SXmini M Class (TEMP CONTROL)

[TruSound]

Thanks fellas...

 

[HolmanGT]

In this case, the metal tubing was not cleaned of it's factory protective coating before it was powder coated and the wind blew the nice shiny powder coat flakes off in 2 to 6 inch pieces...

Bikenstein,

That is really strange - actually I often took my stuff over to the Coat shop but never watched their procedure. The stuff I was having coated was for the Corning Glass that made the LED Gorilla glass and if anything had flaked off like that I would have been in deep Poo-Poo. Any particles getting on the hot glass would have spelled my demise.

 

[Bikenstein]

Bikenstein,

That is really strange - actually I often took my stuff over to the Coat shop but never watched their procedure. The stuff I was having coated was for the Corning Glass that made the LED Gorilla glass and if anything had flaked off like that I would have been in deep Poo-Poo. Any particles getting on the hot glass would have spelled my demise.

It's not strange if you fail to prep the metal. I had several problems training people to powder coat properly. Temperature and oven time makes a big difference also. There are also problematic areas like corners and edges sometimes that refuse to accept the powder because of the electrostatic charge, especially with earlier equipment. Preheating makes for a much better coat. If manufacturers don't use proper procedures, their powder coating can easily fail. It can result in a soft coat that will rub off, flake, blister etc.. I've seen all kinds of results.

 

[Yozhik]

Awesome. Not sure they're going to get anywhere with Kanthal But Stainless should be very possible with Yihi's supposed 0.001Ω accuracy (at least it displays to 0.001Ω so hopefully it's accurate to that level)

Kanthal is a trademark for a family of wires, so it might be a Kanthal other than Kanthal A1.

 

[TruSound]

Looks like a pretty straight forward assembly with a screw mount board and 3 solder points, once mine is thrashed down the road I might have it powder coated, I use PC on a product I've been selling for 15+ years and it's tough as nails and an inexpensive process.

Thanks again for the feedback everyone.

 

[refuzeandrezizt]

I used to do a lot of powder coating, and still do from time to time. Proper prep, proper application, and proper bake and cure are essential. It is better than standard paint in many areas. It's not the end all coating, but it's very nice and extremely durable. I always thought the coating on my SX felt like powder coating.

 

[TruSound]

I used to do a lot of powder coating, and still do from time to time. Proper prep, proper application, and proper bake and cure are essential. It is better than standard paint in many areas. It's not the end all coating, but it's very nice and extremely durable. I always thought the coating on my SX felt like powder coating.

My first thought when I got it was a ceramic finish, wishful thinking.

 

[Quantum Mech]

think I will see if I can get my SXM's plated

a two tone chrome finish for case and c frame would be nice

Edit : a quick google finds a local company ... rizult

NORTHAMPTON AND MIDLAND PLATING - ANODISING, ELECTROPLATING AND METAL POLISHING

 

[KTMRider]

George:

Yeah, I think ECF is gonna rename search to "lost"

Duane

If you want to get really techie...

Make a blank bookmark and use this as the url:

javascript:(function(){var h,q;h=location.hostname;q=(window.getSelection ? window.getSelection() : document.getSelection ? document.getSelection() : document.selection.createRange().text);q=prompt('Search \''+h+'\' using Google:',q);if(q!=null){if(h){q='site:'+h+' '+q;}location='http://www.google.com/search?q='+encodeURIComponent(q);}})();

It gives you a pop up window and will use google to search the current site you're on for what you're looking for.

 

[Bikenstein]

Never mind...................

 

[TruSound]

think I will see if I can get my SXM's plated

a two tone chrome finish for case and c frame would be nice

Edit : a quick google finds a local company ... rizult

NORTHAMPTON AND MIDLAND PLATING - ANODISING, ELECTROPLATING AND METAL POLISHING

Looking forward to seeing what you do with it, gotta say though...chrome would be a serious fingerprint magnet and chrome rusts as well, the joke could be on me though...not sure you're serious about chrome.

 

[druckle]

If you want to get really techie...

Make a blank bookmark and use this as the url:

javascript:(function(){var h,q;h=location.hostname;q=(window.getSelection ? window.getSelection() : document.getSelection ? document.getSelection() : document.selection.createRange().text);q=prompt('Search \''+h+'\' using Google:',q);if(q!=null){if(h){q='site:'+h+' '+q;}location='http://www.google.com/search?q='+encodeURIComponent(q);}})();

It give you a pop up window and will use google to search the current site you're on for what you're looking for.

Cool tip....
Thanks

duane

 

[speed4mee]

A link to SXM disassembled. I've already posted it

SXmini-M-Class with Temp Control - Page 69

 

[Braddahbill]

The force is strong..... in this lesson of enlightenment and knowledge you share.

If you want to get really techie...

Make a blank bookmark and use this as the url:

javascript:(function(){var h,q;h=location.hostname;q=(window.getSelection ? window.getSelection() : document.getSelection ? document.getSelection() : document.selection.createRange().text);q=prompt('Search \''+h+'\' using Google:',q);if(q!=null){if(h){q='site:'+h+' '+q;}location='http://www.google.com/search?q='+encodeURIComponent(q);}})();

It give you a pop up window and will use google to search the current site you're on for what you're looking for.

 

[Quantum Mech]

Looking forward to seeing what you do with it, gotta say though...chrome would be a serious fingerprint magnet and chrome rusts as well, the joke could be on me though...not sure you're serious about chrome.

Here's a black chromed C frame

Think its the way to go, but as you say will like prints although a microfiber cloth will keep it looking good for photo shoots

 

[HolmanGT]

Looking forward to seeing what you do with it, gotta say though...chrome would be a serious fingerprint magnet and chrome rusts as well, the joke could be on me though...not sure you're serious about chrome.

TruSound,

I am pretty sure Chrome doesn't rust. Fingerprints probably but a microfiber cloth will take care of that.

 

[HolmanGT]

Here's a black chromed C frame

Think its the way to go, but as you say will like prints although a microfiber cloth will keep it looking good for photo shoots

Quantum, is that SX yours? It looks like a million bucks.

 

[Quantum Mech]

Here's a few more metal finishes have seen, polished , brushed & chrome again

 

[Quantum Mech]

Quantum, is that SX yours? It looks like a million bucks.

Unfortunately not mate

Need to get one of mine stripped & chromed though asap

 

[Maverik_X]

Unfortunately not mate

Need to get one of mine stripped & chromed though asap

what place does this kind of work? they look freaking amazing loving that cf chrome one wow