DIY POWDER COAT OVEN

[@RusThompson]

I really liked the way you walked us thru this. Us older guys know what we know and that's the way it works for us. Thanks, I learned more from your 16 minute video than I have from watching a dozen others. Well done!

[@CycleFab]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching my channel!

[@williamsmith8322]

How do you keep a constant 400 degrees in cabinet

[@RusThompson]

A thermostat like an oven you cook with.@@williamsmith8322

[@johnkadzura4014]

Thanks, I am building an oven right now and you have just done it for me as I was kinder stuck. It cannot be explained any better.

[@CycleFab]

Glad my video helped you, hope you got "Kinder" unstuck. LOL

[@XMotogodX]

Wire it into a PID Controller using a gas solenoid and it will regulate your temperature for you and save a bunch of headaches. I'm using a torpedo heater piped into my oven, so same concept.

[@CycleFab]

Hey, great info! Thanks, will definently research that.

[@CozoneCozone]

Hey luv your videos!! I’m building a oven using the heater you are using im not too sure about exactly what you did with the 4” vents you said one on top and one at the bottom are they just open holes or something else? Thanks.

[@TheRoadTaken]

@16:14 Yes, I enjoyed it very much, thank you for putting this together.

[@tallhair]

Great overview and instructions

[@CycleFab]

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[@Magilla614]

Very well done. Nice, simple, and to the point. Tons of information for such a short video. Thanks for posting.

[@CycleFab]

Very happy that you liked it, thanks for watching my channel!

[@tedbastwock3810]

This is fantastic, you've really inspired me. I'm wanting to start powder coating, but will not pay $$$ on oven. I still don't know why in all the Eastwood powder coating videos they say don't use a gas oven .. I'm beginning to think its because they don't want us to build our own. Thanks 1M for sharing this with us. p.s. I want you to be safe, I hope you have some fresh air flow while you're waiting beside the oven. I hear the powder coat puts off unhealthy fumes, as does galvanization above about 395F. Also, I will be looking at the temp rating on that insulation. Thanks again.

[@CycleFab]

Thanks for watching and commenting! I don't remember the temp rating for the rockwool insulation that I used but I do remember that it was pretty high. Good luck with your build. And yes, there is a fresh air and exhaust vent for any of those nasty gases.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

nice job on the Oven and sharing your thoughts ,findings ,and reccomendations on the Oven i am aRetired Woodworker by trade and at one point in my career i went to work for a Competitor that also had a MetalWorking shop in their facility roughly 25 years ago all their Powdercoating had to be sent out because of those shops having the Ovens large enough to accommodate the products the messed up part was always we were at the Powder Coaters time frames on most of our jobs the DIY kits has really changed a lot of the ways Metalworking gets done currently i have a freind /former Coworker who is a Professional Drag Racer and Hot Rod builder who has another Hobby of Off-roading on ATVs and doing fabrication and Performance upgrades he now does all of his ownPowder Coating in-house with a Oven he built that’s also heated with Propane his oven is about half the size of yours as he Specializes on Honda 3 and 4 Wheelers and he does lots of Swing Arm fabrications plus brackets for his Drag Racers. he Powder coats

[@CycleFab]

Awesome!

[@deankay4434]

I like it! Project Farm (Or someone) found the "Blue" oil/water filters with more media, so better. Most regulators are not, they are valves, either plunger or gate. Ones w/diaphragm, springs, viton rubber tipped moving parts are $80+. Grounding is important but placing two feet away from the roofs edge helps get it where rain falls, if it rains. It makes sense to increase the positive electrode surface area, my first thoughts are old carb main jets cleaned on wire wheel. The pipe on nozzle is brilliant.

[@CycleFab]

Thank you very much! Loved your comment.

[@mustangmatt1987]

Hey there great video and explanation! I have been using a normal oven but want to make a bigger one to do larger items like rims, or trailing arms off sleds, maybe rear ends etc. Looks great! I'm sure the r value doesn't matter if you can touch it when it's on when working it's fine!!!! I love rockwool, used it for the sidewalls on my garage!

[@CrustyRestorations]

Looks great, about to try PC for the first time👍👍

[@HalfAssHomestead]

Thank you. I was looking for a way to do it, that wouldn't hit the electric bill like the oven coils would time and again.

[@CycleFab]

Me too, that's why I designed my oven to easily utilize gas. Glad my video helped, thanks for watching.

[@richardgunn8651]

Thanks for all the info, Great presentation was easy to follow.

[@CycleFab]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@T0tenkampf]

Great video, lots of good information. I will say from my experience in designing analyzer shelters for installation into Canada that you should NOT compress insulation. The air spaces in the material are important to its function. Maybe your walls are still working fine for you, but you have decreased the R value enough that instead of buying R15 rockwool you could have used properly installed R13 fiberglass.

[@CycleFab]

Yes! I do agree on compressing insulation does deminish it's R factor. I took this into consideration during the design phase and it works great for the operating temperature that I'm working with. Thanks for watching and for the insight.

[@hardcore4476]

It’s only going up to around 400° it’s absolutely fine

[@ELDIESTRODIY]

Love your video my friend when I end my shop build gone do 1 like yours but I always told we can't use gas burner I been looking 100s of videos always say the dame don't gas burner 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@CycleFab]

Thank you so much! I've been using gas for a couple of years now with no negative issues. You just have to be very safe when using gas and respect it. Also use metal gas lines.

[@anthonyreddy2834]

Very informative video on this, what is good and what's Overkill. Thank you. Now I have to figure out a bigger version of a blast cabinet/blast chamber 😂

[@CycleFab]

Your welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@maryowino5475]

thank you good work

[@brianblackburn2743]

You have given me a little hope. I keep hearing that it is dangerous to use a gas/propane stove for powder coating. Obviously if you are doing it that must not be true. I only need to do 4 or 5 parts for my car and then I won't need it anymore. Hoping to find a cheap way to build a box. I already own a heater like yours.

[@CycleFab]

Propane gas is used all the time in large manufacturing facilities for powder coating. Just be sure to use a metal gas line inside of the over, not rubber.

[@theodoremcadow]

Thank you for making this video. This is a brilliant concept and you did a great job with the explanation of the whole process. Also regular wall insulation will work as long as it doesn't have the paper layer.

[@CycleFab]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@michaelliburd3870]

Excellent work my friend. Would like to make a 15'x5'x8' one day👍👍👍

[@CycleFab]

Thanks! It's well worth it.

[@theroughblueram114thgen5]

Most informational oven build video I’ve seen !! Question ? Will that model Mr heater work for a 5’wide x 6’ tall x 8’ deep oven or would the next model up the up to 200,000 btu be better ? What size propane tank do you use ? Thank you for your help Sir

[@Masterdecoy1976]

Looks good I would have liked to have seen your build in process I do not know if you have a video of that uploaded, I am at a point where I need to be able to have more oven space than the conventional oven I got on marketplace for 20 buck lol

[@CycleFab]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it! Unfortunatly no, I do not have a video on the oven build. Good luck with yours!

[@samuelrd61]

Thanks for the video, we think a lot alike. I've been daydreaming about how I want to build mine and I was thinking about gas. A gas grill was a thought for the burners, and I also thought about the grill temp gauge. I got some good insight from you. I like how you have it vented; I was thinking that if the burner went out, it could fill with gas. How many times can you run it on a bottle? TSC sells larger bottles for campers, that could be an option if it goes through those grill bottles too fast.

[@CycleFab]

I get about 5 to 7 runs on the standard size tank. This was actually easy to build but you will need two people to assemble it.

[@ivanscountrymusicandcars2357]

I was told you were not to use a gas oven. Maybe I was told bad info. This build is awesome.

[@CycleFab]

Gas is fine. Most of your large industry manufacturers uses gas. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@ivanscountrymusicandcars2357]

@@CycleFab I love it. Gonna try and build something!

[@bbconrad92]

Thanks for the video dude! Looks solid as hell.

[@CycleFab]

It is! And thanks man. I appreciate you watching my channel and taking the time to comment.

[@abrahamrojo]

Awesome work…!!! Great explanation Thanks for sharing

[@CycleFab]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching and subscribing.

[@jeffsmoger8443]

I like some videos, I don’t like others people provide… I thought the content here was honest and helpful. I’m moving a bunch of stuff from my garage to my storage unit so I’ve got my headphones on- why in the world did you not record in stereo!!??? This was an outstanding video, it should be appreciated in stereo!

[@CycleFab]

Thanks for the advice, I'll see if I can do that.

[@charlesbaron4163]

So i love your oven by the way. Great job, mine is actually the same size inside and i have currently been using electric with a expensive pid control and 3 elements. I was going to convert to the mr. Heater forced air torpedo style and then i saw your video. My only concern is that unit you use. What about the plastic parts i.e. switches and knobs they dont melt and gas off? Maybe a stupid question but a concern. Id rather spend $105 vs. 300 on a heater thanks

[@CycleFab]

Yes the plastic knob will melt/deform. I took mine off and just use a pair of pliers. Other than that, no issues. I do use a metal line for the gas supply too. Happy to hear you liked my video, and thanks for watching!

[@charlesbaron4163]

@@CycleFab Thanks for the quick response. You are the best.

[@johnson4775]

I was wondering the same thing, thanks for the answer. I’m looking to build an oven with in the next couple months.

[@appliedprecision]

Thanks!!! It appears the door lip lays over the 1.5 x 4 frame to create the area where the gasket goes/seals. Can you explain what size material was used for the door frame?

[@CycleFab]

You're right it is 1.5" x 4" x 16ga. I put a bottom in mine but in hindsight it's not needed. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@JohnRoss-ps4vh]

I like this im going to build my own

[@CycleFab]

Go for it!

[@W9HJBill]

Great video, I'm looking at making one now because of your video. For a typical powder coating job, when you go from cold to turning off the gas, about how much propane do you use? Looks like you have multiple 20 pound tanks in the video. How many times can you fire up the oven on one tank?

[@CycleFab]

You'll only need one tank. Two, if you want to run one completely empty before you refill and if you run out of fuel in the middle of a job it's nice to have an extra. One tank last many runs.

[@tysonsmith2064]

Did you ever get a detailed build sheet on your oven? Did you get it hooked into a PID controller for the heat control? Great build looks like a quality oven , not thrown together

[@CycleFab]

No I haven't and I apologize. I have been really busy as of late but it is on the list.

[@MikefromMOMichaelTurner227]

Hey Bud, love your oven! I’ve been trying infrared electric heaters but I’m not quite hot enough. I have a 3x3x4 box. I do have a infrared gas 20pound bottle heater that i mite try..make an opening set it in front of.. do you have any thoughts on gas infrared heating ? I do plan on doing it better at a later date.

[@CycleFab]

I'm not an authority on using infrared heating so I can't give you an answer on that. But 400 degrees Fahrenheit is still 400 degrees regardless of how you produce it. Good luck with your project!

[@MikefromMOMichaelTurner227]

@@CycleFab thank you I think i just panicked a little lol keep up the good job 👍

[@FrozenProductionsCPF]

Do you have a link for the material list for the frame looking to build one and there’s no info on any of the other DIY ones

[@CycleFab]

No, sorry. Unfortunately I do not.

[@roberth1858]

are there any parts inside that heater you need to remove before using it? Parts that can melt since it's not made to be in a closed hot box.

[@CycleFab]

Yes, the plastic knob that turns it on. I use a pair of pliers and that seems to work just fine. Not a single negative issue with it yet.

[@roberth1858]

@@CycleFab Thank you for the reply

[@brianblackburn2743]

Hi. I am back to this project of building an oven. How are you regulating the temp and keeping it steady? I see people using "PID controller" which I am unfamiliar with.

[@CycleFab]

I just open the door a little if it starts to get too hot. I also was told to use a PID, but really I don't need one for doing one off jobs. Now if I were running all day long in a production process then yeah, I could justify a PID.

[@douglasvance9444]

Yes sir how efficient do you feel your propane oven is compared to electrical oven do you think it's actually a little cheaper doing propane versus electricity

[@CycleFab]

Yes, the propane route is more efficient and less expensive than electric heating elements.

[@douglasvance9444]

Thank you so much for the response I am also on your ebay page buying the upgrade for the harbor freight powder gun. Thank you so much for your content it's been very helpful.@@CycleFab

[@rodneyhall1435]

First ,Thank you for sharing your build. Lots of good ideas. The only question I have is your heat source. Is that an open flame? the fumes from powder coating are flammable and could blow up your oven if exposed to open flame.

[@CycleFab]

Fumes from powder coating are not flammable. I've worked in large manufacturing plants for years that used open gas flames in their ovens without incident. However, atomized powder in high concentrate floting in the air can be very flammable!

[@rodneyhall1435]

OK thanks I'll take your word for it

[@09hdmike84]

How much does it cost for those defuser for the dual action Eastwood powder gun. Thx

[@CycleFab]

Here's the link to my Ebay store: www.ebay.com/str/cyclefourfab

[@Icemaiden28.]

Did you have a link for the heater please.

[@keving.mercadoreyes8476]

Do you have to manually re ignite the heater once you shut it off or does it have a continuous spark so you can just shut off the gas??

[@CycleFab]

Manual.

[@bubbasmithie1970]

Great video!

[@CycleFab]

Thank you very much!

[@MikefromMOMichaelTurner227]

Hey mr Larry, how’s it going? No video for awhile 😊 hope all is well!! I do have a question. With a span of 4ft did you put a divider in your walls? Doesn’t look like it on the video so I wasn’t sure. Keep up the good job!!! Mt.👍

[@CycleFab]

I'm good, just taking a break from KZbin. I've been making videos about every week for almost three years now. As far as a "DIVIDER" in the walls go, no, there isn't any, it's not necessary. Thanks for watching and commenting, I'll be back!

[@MikefromMOMichaelTurner227]

@@CycleFab thank you for the information!! I will be starting my oven soon. Getting ready 😊

[@garysmith1138]

I have an older gun safe that is 5 ft tall 2 foot wide and 16" deep that I think would make a good powder coat oven. All I would need is to insulate the inside and install heating elements. and controls. any suggestions

[@CycleFab]

I'd insulate the outside of it, not the inside.

[@rodneyhall1435]

sell the safe for what you can get and build your oven. You could see if they make a high temp liquid insulation but probably not worth the effort.

[@keving.mercadoreyes8476]

Also, did the knob to ignite it and adjust the heat not melt inside the oven? Or do you ignite it and take out the knob?

[@CycleFab]

I was taking the knob out every time until I forgot it once. And yes, it melted! I just use a pair of pliers to turn the knob now.

[@brianblackburn2743]

Hello again. What would be your opinion of using steel fire doors to build the box for a furnace? I can get these free or cheap. I only want to do a few long parts for my own car so I am trying to go cheap. Do you think they would be safe to use?

[@CycleFab]

That's a great idea! My oven is used primarily for just a short amount of time at 375F - 400F degrees, so going off of that and the door in question is STEEL with nothing that will melt or burn you should be good.

[@brianblackburn2743]

@@CycleFab Awesome! The only that I worry might burn is the paint. Thanks again for replying so quick.

[@houladog]

That one bag of insulation in the description, was it enough for your application?

[@CycleFab]

No. I had to buy another bag to finish it out and I really don't remember how much of the second bag I used.

[@meriscehajic7738]

I just bought that heater because I want to switch to propane oven, where did you get the yellow line from and how was was it?

[@CycleFab]

I think Amazon or a propane supply store for the metal yellow feed line, and it didn't cost much.

[@meriscehajic7738]

@@CycleFab did you leave the plastic control knob on there? Will it melt or burn off while in the oven. I’m currently removing the stickers off the side to prevent it from catching on fire

[@CycleFab]

Yes, it will melt. I use a pair of pliers.@@meriscehajic7738

[@meriscehajic7738]

@@CycleFab appreciate it man! Thanks for the advice

[@wmlbiker1]

Great video, thanks!

[@CycleFab]

Thank you for watching, glad you liked it!

[@nonconformist4802]

Well build and straight to the point. Love the idea that you rather build it yourself instead of spend money on something that don't give better results. I build myself one - Inside dimensions 10 feet long, 3.6 feet wide and 7 feet high, also lpg operated. for the burner I simply put a 0.8mm mig tip on the end of 5/16 rubber hose from the gas bottle. On the inside of the oven I used a H shape 1 inch diameter metal tubing with slots cut into it every 1/4 of an inch and the pipe protrudes on the outside I simply push the rubber pipe inside the metal pipe and that allowed enough oxygen to enter the burner. Cheap, easy and very effective.

[@CycleFab]

I like the way you think! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@dwaynelejeune3508]

Just fond ur channel. In my early research on powder coating stated not to use a gas oven,but here you are using propane as a heat source! What is the difference from gas stove to your oven. Any issues?

[@CycleFab]

I've never had a negative issue with gas. I use to work for a large school furniture manufacturing plant that powder coated and their ovens were gas. Also, if you look on KZbin you will see others that use ovens like mine were gas is used.

[@exemjazhuel3428]

Bro which cabinet you use for sandblasting motorcycle frames?

[@CycleFab]

Done outside.

[@camerontrent1564]

What gasket you use to seal the door?

[@CycleFab]

I use the replacement gasket for the Green Egg BBQ pit. Any BBQ replacement gasket should work though.

[@adelfarhan1340]

What saiz plat do you use?

[@brentvoris2308]

Badass man

[@77Avadon77]

For that size why not use electric? It's not that big

[@CycleFab]

Easier at the time for me to do it in gas.

[@Roadglide911]

I took the guts out of a gas grill and put them under a plate that doubles as a floor inside the oven. Yeah I’m cheap but it works 😂

[@CycleFab]

Awesome!

[@captainstory16]

Can you list all metal parts you needed for oven itself?

[@CycleFab]

I will, and I'll list it in the discription box for that video ASAP. Thanks for watching!

[@mdsami9463]

Kitne rupees hai

[@CycleFab]

74,767 rupees, kitne hai.

[@dennisz494]

don't need a 10 minute speech on pros and cons of new or home made. What a bunchof BS.

[@CycleFab]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@dawndavenport9139]

Wait you wanted to use metal studs but you had 155 and youndidnt need that many so you used metal tubing ..super confused

[@CycleFab]

Sorry about that. The metal studs that I wanted to use originally, can only be purchased in a large quantity which was more than what I needed. Mechanical rectangular tubing (1.5"x3") on the other hand was more easily accessible in the amount that I needed. Thanks for watching and commenting.