!NEW! Ultimate DIY Power hammer build - pneumatic money maker - part 1

[@johnmartlew5897]

I’m a senior/pensioner who doesn’t believe in retirement. I taught myself to weld, dry and mortar stone work, Harley mechanics, all from YT videos. Doing wrought iron gates got me dreaming about anvils etc. I don’t sell work, just beautifying the home grounds. Thanks for the inspiration. Liked and subbed. Great engaging presentation. 😎🇨🇦❤️

[@joshuadelisle]

That is awesome! I failed school and did the same. I now hope to start a metal working club soon for kids who struggle in school with dyslexia, ADHD etc. and show them they don't need to be accademic to be valued and any body has it in them to learn a skill. cheers J

[@johnmartlew5897]

Joshua De Lisle ....that’s fantastic. You will make a great teacher. I know. I have ADD, and you sure got my attention.

[@joshuadelisle]

I don't see it as s disorder. I see it as an adaptable creative strength that can't be restrained nor tamed. These kids just need freedom to be them selves in a creative inviroment without being told what to do. I just want to facilitate safety and good mentoring and unleash their strengths. God willing. Cheers J

[@johnmartlew5897]

Joshua De Lisle ....FYI....doctors in India have recognized the “symptoms” of ADD, ADHD, etc., longer than western medicine. They never thought is was a disorder. They think we are old souls who come back often to complete many unfinished important tasks. Reincarnation aside, for me the point is, a culture recognize our difference and it’s value and found a positive response to our situation. I could go on and on but you are very busy......

[@joshuadelisle]

@@johnmartlew5897 that is excellent! I love India. Went there once to help build a leprosy clinic with YWAM and bought the locals a welder to use on the steels and we made a BBQ and shared with the whole village. Thank you so much for encouraging me John. All the very best. J

[@Nruiz43]

The excitement I had while watching this was sensational! There are so many things I want to say, word vomit. As an aspiring blacksmith/ creator/fabricator the elation knowing you are out there making a quality product, providing the schematics(for a small fee, of course), and didn't even upcharge or inflate the price even after having fallen on hard times. For me, you are a man of vision, integrity and resilience. I hope the road you travel will be paved in gold, because you are a man of excellence, along the likes of Nikola Tesla-rarely seen. I will definitely be buying these schematics in the near future.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much that was very kind. All the very best my friend and catch up in next videos. Cheers J

[@everetthunter2073]

i can not WAIT.... to cuddle my power hammer! lol Welder/fabricator/smith here, own my own shop/business, and NEEEEED a power hammer. But like you said, the expense and the maintenance......oooooyyy, the maintenance! Plus, I just really want to build my own. After seeing yours.... Wow! The simplicity of your simple pneumatic system is simply insanely genius!!! (....yup) I have an early 1900s elevator motor and GEARBOX, was considering using that somehow, mostly just cuz it LOOKS way cool, but you just changed my mind entirely! Thanks! Really appreciate you sharing your build, as it is definitely going to sell very well. Looks very solid, curious to know of any hiccups or changes you've made since...I'll look for updates. commented, liked, subscribed!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! Only changes I've made is to the pipe and foot pedal. I added a cushion inside the cylinder to protect it on the extension. The chassis is working great. All the very best. J

[@jimmypopp2695]

Good luck brother. I wish you every advantage you can find. We so need more people such as Josh, and you and I to keep these iron smithing ways alive.

[@Lmr6973]

There is at least one happy man in this world. The kinda of happiness you can't hide even if you wanted to! Great build. Thanks for sharing.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Hopefully I can share some needed joy. Cheers J

[@CB-dx6hy]

Wow it's been 5 years since you made this...I remember watching it the day it came out......I still haven't built mine but sounds like its time to forge a life worth living....

[@jesseharris6466]

It's so relaxing watching someone else who's stick welding slag peels itself off. I havnt seen too many others have that. You should treat yourself to tig welding, you'll have golden rainbows for days

[@johnwhauserman]

OK guys I just Downloaded the Blueprints and all I can say is I can't believe how simple this power hammer is. I don't think it could be made any more simple. I've been in manufacturing since 1975 and I've been looking in to building a power hammer for the last year and a half. I've looked at all the different types of power hammers and this design is the simplest I have found bar none. Also i think the the price for the blueprints is very reasonable. Mr. De Lisle has hit a home run with this design I wish I had found it a year and a half ago it would have saved me a ton of work. Thank you Joshua.

[@joshuadelisle]

Wow thank you so much! that's very kind of you. I have wanted a power hammer for so long and I did as you did, research, research, research! I kept drawing ideas and got disheartened by complexity, expense and lack of productive time. Until I came up with this out of stuff I already had. I'm delighted that the journey I've been on can now bless others. I've made some interesting modifications and upgrades. New video coming very soon. I look forward to hearing how you get on and if you have any thoughts on changes let me know and I'll share it with the rest and update the design. Cheers J

[@josephfarris2871]

You sure are one amazing intelligent person. I've been fabricated steel for 20 plus years, and I'm still learning new things by watching your videos. I am starting the process of fabricating the power hammer. Thank you for sharing your ingenious ways of metal working with everyone. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so very much! Plenty more coming soon. Cheers J

[@hendrand]

I like that this guy got right to business, it made listening to the commentary possible. Absolutely brilliant build.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Cheers J

[@skysurferuk]

Retired Boilermaker, here. That's an excellent job. Everything looks spot on, top job!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Cheers J

[@commiezombie2477]

Aww. He so proud of his lil hammer 😎😎

[@torbjornahman]

Super cool and simple design! Have you seen the "KA 75 power hammer" ? It works much in the same way with a simple valve and foot pedal but very different in design. How sensitive is the valve, I mean can you make small soft blows easily? Hard to tell from the video.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey Torbjorn! I haven't I will look. You can get it very sensitive even at 120psi but I can also change the psi to give me a wider control range. It's very different to control and takes a little getting used to. Like controling the sound on a drum kit pedal. I can crack an egg and close a match box with it with a light press almost half opening both sides of the valve. All the very best. Cheers J

[@torbjornahman]

@@joshuadelisle Cool, sounds great!

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@Pef273]

Awesome job! Did not anticipate it would need such a big concrete base

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@keithmcfarland8302]

I've researched power hammers for about a year. I decided on one yesterday.........then I stumbled on to the greatest "DIY" power hammer I've ever seen. I'm so pumped right now. I showed my wife expecting the same excitement......eye roll. Nevertheless 👊 bump across the pond.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much Keith! I'm sure she'll be more impressed by what you make for her using it. All the very best, if you need any help or advice please feel free to ask. Cheers J

[@jimmypopp2695]

Joshua, that is Awesome!!!!! I will definitely be building one of these!! I used t be a chemical engineer but was in a horrible accident where i was burned over 30% of my body and my lungs. Been out of work for a year so I am out of money. I decided to do something I like. I decided to start a custom chopper and vintage motorbike shop that also restores vintage farm tractors. Thank you for showing this!!

[@joshuadelisle]

That is awesome what you're doing! All the very best and pray it becomes very successful for you. Thank you for your encouragement. I would love to custom build tanks for motorcycle in my design style like my sculptures. take care. J

[@jimmypopp2695]

@@joshuadelisle We are pretty far away but we should get in touch. How can we get in touch? I have six bikes that I am working on right now and the vintage cb750 chopper will be done in a month or so and it needs a tank...well so do all the rest. I am on Facebook. Jimmy popp, parkerford Pa. friend request me and I'll will give you my contact info.by the way your welds are perfection!!

[@joshuadelisle]

@@jimmypopp2695 thank you that sounds awesome, I'm in Worcestershire UK, where are you located?

[@jimmypopp2695]

@@joshuadelisle I am in pennsylvania, USA. I thought you were in Australia. I was looking at some tanks and they were made in the UK. I am so busy with the bikes and farm tractors but I just found n attex six wheeled vehicle I am going to restore also. If you can find me on Facebook I will share some info that i do not share publicly. When things get going better for me I would love to have you come over and hang out for a couple weeks on me and help build a few cool things. Friends are good to have wherever you are from. I have a friend Dylan that is in the Uk but is way too busy being a comedian and a writer as well as an electrical engineer to ever come over. I have some ideas and inventions that I would love to share with you that will blow your mind.

[@jimmypopp2695]

@@joshuadelisle I cannot believe the fact that I am seeing any dislikes. I guess even they had to watch the video...LOL

[@daveadams4128]

I'm seriously impressed with the performance of the little inverter welding set, seems to run like a charm. Looking forward to being able to purchase plans to build on of those

[@joshuadelisle]

Me too. I bought it for site welding job almost as a throwaway item at that price but is working brilliantly. If I used it every day like the ones at work it wouldn't last but it works the same as an expensive one.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@skysurferuk]

@@joshuadelisle I bought the Aldi £70 DC inverter welder. So far so good, runs 3.5mm all day. Just putting together a scratch start TIG for it (WP9 torch). Cheap as chips, & it can run off a flex as thin as wet string, too! Love your content. 👍

[@joshuadelisle]

@@skysurferuk nice one 👍. I've just been given a 10 in 1 welder (actually just 5 with 5 other features) to review. Apparently it is stick, MIG, flux core, tig, and a plasma cutter. Well see if it's worth it but claiming that it is 10 in 1 was a brow lifter. Cheers J

[@jtsimmons3133]

Pretty awesome, Sir! Well done, well done. And yes, I am interested in your design. I've not seen such a simple, functional, effective design.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! Designs are ready. There is a 20% discount link in the description for you. Check out the other video for upgrades and maintenance. Cheers J

[@crkerriklein]

I love this small footprint to this thing, most of the power hammers that you can diy are large with the commercial offerings being even larger.

[@LittleRedJK]

Great looking stick welds mate :)

[@joshuadelisle]

Thanks Dude!

[@Mad.Man.Marine]

Using stainless rods?

[@joshuadelisle]

@@Mad.Man.Marine it's a 309 dissimilar rod I believe to weld high carbon to low carbon steels.

[@Mad.Man.Marine]

Joshua De Lisle thought so. 309 is stainless steel.

[@joshuadelisle]

@@Mad.Man.Marine yes it is. One tip I didn't mention in the video is to pre heat the parts that are above 1"(25mm). Cheers J

[@ltsallwood]

This is by far the best power hammer I have seen so far. It actually looks doable with my limited metal working tools. It will be a while before I can afford to make it, but it is definitely on my wish list! Steel seems to be pretty expensive though so even when I get the plans it will still be a while, sadly. Would love to see the look on my grandpas face though since he use to be a farrier and I don’t think he’s ever used a power hammer.

[@joshuadelisle]

The steel is still cheaper than a new hammer. you could do a group purchase, you get 4 hammers out of a 6m length of 100mm round.Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@ltsallwood]

@@joshuadelisle If I converted the metric measurements into imperial, would I have issues with fitting it together or is there some wiggle room?? I feel the main road block for me would be the cost of steel, since it's still way out of my league right now, and the fact that I only have a 90 amp welder and I would assume I couldn't get a strong weld in such thick steel. Still really want to try it, though. Do you worry about that plate that is attached to the upper round and the piston? Is there a chance a weld could break in that point?

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! I've made two lots of measurements on the drawings to make it simple in metric and imperial for you lot across the pond. I'm not worried about the welds but 7018 electrodes would give it better tensile strength. I got my 200amp tig for just £200 and works a treat. Cheers J

[@ltsallwood]

@@joshuadelisle I use a flux core wire welder, but 200 isn't bad for a stick welder. Always thought about having one of each. Tig welders also look cool, and I always wondered how well those could be used to fix bad welds by remelting it to make it smoother. But that's fantastic you have both measurements!! When I can get the cash, I will definitely buy it. Would love to have it built by next year to show off to my grandfather. I did look into steel prices and it's really expensive. Over 400-500 dollars just for the solid rounds alone. I will try to find a local source, maybe they will be cheaper. I'm a freelance carpenter and work hasn't been steady the last couple of years so I'm living on pennies right now. Thanks for the replies, Joshua!

[@joshuadelisle]

@@ltsallwood I wish you all the very best mate! that does sound expensive, best bet is to find out if a local industry near you has any on the shelf, they may sell it to you some cheaper as they buy in bulk especially if they have off cuts. cheers J

[@paulorchard7960]

Joshua, hi mate, love that video and am now a subscriber! Danger is life’s elixir, keeps people on their toes, all of mankind’s discoveries have involved some form of danger, whether it was exploration, scientific discoveries or just farmers doing something different than everyone else there was always an element of risk. You have faced danger and failure but pulled up your trousers and threw yourself back in for another go! Congratulations, this next phase will benefit from knowledge of past mistakes. I wish you well, and will follow you tube every time it pops up. My first impression when I saw you bolting down the beginning of your hammer with quick bolts I almost clicked out thing this will be junk but thankfully I kept watching and the footing you finally prepared is almost exactly what I would have done! Keep filming mate, I’ll be watching and the plans, especially details , i’ll be looking for,

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you for staying! That means a lot what you said. I wasn't sure how thick that concrete was until I gave it a quick test and immediately pop out the ground! I figured out the total weight of the anvil and concrete should be 10X the weight of the hammer head. Concrete just needs to disapate the remaining energy after the initial impact on the Anvil. Made it separate to the pad so it can vibrate and not crack my floor any more than it is. Thank you and catch up in the next episode. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@malj7890]

Great to see you so happy, good job on the concrete launch pad.

[@joshuadelisle]

thank you! We'll see how it goes. I wondered if it needed a rubber or wood barrier to absorb the impact but I think direct to concrete is working fine so far for the energy transfer. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@TandaMadison]

I'm happy too! So glad I came across your channel. I don't even have a forge and now I want to build a power hammer and power my shop with steam.

[@joshuadelisle]

I'm glad you found me, thank you Tanda! Very exciting times ahead, welcome to the journey. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@keithspencersr.6806]

Surprised you didn’t do a paint job for her, outstanding job my friend

[@joshuadelisle]

I am definateloy doing nice paint work on it, I'm still upgrading it and making a few very slight changes (next Video), when I know I'm not going touch it with a grinder It'll get coated. cheers J

[@gregbenwell6173]

absolutely brilliant!!! I love the build and I am always looking for shop tools, because in my world I can't just go out and "buy them"!! For some reason the women I have been with think "my money is their money" and then I am not allowed to "buy tools" but yet they want me to fix things without them!!

[@joshuadelisle]

I feel your pain. cheers J

[@MrTimmmers]

Epic engineering. You definitely should manufacture these. You'll have no competition to speak of.

[@opforgeron]

Absolutely stunned by the result !! Excellent work! I would be interested to see some plans of the hammer.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Olivier! Coming soon cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@EdgePrecision]

So it naturally goes up and you push the pedal for every stroke? Kind of like a treadle hammer. Do you have enough control to hit lightly? It looks very simple and easy to build.

[@joshuadelisle]

yes exactly that and yes full control and can adjust psi if needed. cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@jakobfaram5091]

Power hammer cuddling is definitely a nice feature! Id like plans FYI and thank you!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Jacob, love your work by the way super sweet stuff. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@dakotafoster1147]

I love the power hammer! Looks nice and I would like the plains if you have them

[@joshuadelisle]

@@dakotafoster1147 Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@mojo6524]

That's a kickass power hammer!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you! So far it's working very well. Cheers J

[@heardashot]

This is a monumental achievement by this man. Gutted for you when you told the massey story and then literally jumped with joy and so happy you have your foot on the ladder by means of another hammer of sorts. A small shop with a big heart!! Love your spirit Josh. A trier and those hands say, a hard worker. What a guy, an inspiration. Enjoyed that hammer build so much. That's one hell of a hammer. So well thought out and the fabrication is outstanding. Its a credit to you. As you say, tool her up well and the best of luck with production. You're on your way again!! So happy for you man!! The very best of luck!! Again, that is an outstanding design and that's coming from a design engineer of heavy construction equipment with over 15 years design experience. Congratulations! Happy forging indeed!!!

[@joshuadelisle]

Wow thank you so much thats so kind! you're such an encouragment. blessings J

[@heardashot]

@@joshuadelisle You've very welcome Josh. In a similar come back myself after a fire and things starting to work for me also. Got an old blacker hammer from Somerset and yet to set up and that is a game changer. All the best again. Keep up the great work!!

[@joshuadelisle]

I wish you all the very best. Hey we should catch up at the north Somerset show next year. Blackers are awesome I nearly designed my hammer like one but with pneumatics, ended up too complex and was able to simplify it to what it is now. Thank you so much. Cheers J

[@heardashot]

@@joshuadelisle Thank you very much Josh, appreciate that. Yes a trip to that show would be great. Just need to get up and running with craft type stuff and sell the dam things. That's my priority now. Young family & the mortgage. Have to get your good self over to Ireland for a break. My guest! Will be in touch before the year is out and I'll order some horse head plans. Very much looking forward getting stuck into that project. All the best!

[@joshuadelisle]

That would be awesome. Got 3 kids myself and we homeschool. Why I don't have much time... Catch up again soon. Cheers J

[@banjosambar]

Fantastic job Joshua! That is a simple design I’m sure we can all make. Love your content mate

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@banjosambar]

Thanks heaps Joshua. I just jumped on your espy page and bought the plans for your power hammer, rams head and horse head. Hope that helps you out. Can’t wait to try them out and look forward to seeing your amazing future content. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@joshuadelisle]

You are an amazing person. Thank you so very much for valuing me and my work. Hope to catch up again soon. Cheers J

[@deadcrow6888]

plans please, that is one of nices hammerz I have seen. I love the simple compact size

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@jimkerr1537]

Stunning little power hammer - definitely need plans for this

[@joshuadelisle]

cheers Jim. just trialing it first, design out any gremlins that may appear and make it as safe as acceptable, i'm going to do a video on tooling and upgrades then definately sharing it soon after. cheers J

[@danielcrawford7315]

@@joshuadelisle awesome sauce!! I'm definitely interested. Ok so take my money lol lol. 🙏blessings abundant sirSir Crawford out 🧙‍♂️

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@nwngunner]

@@joshuadelisle would it be a good idea to make a removable set of anvils for other shapes or punches? I am not a Smith just an observer.

[@karlhorn7747]

Excellent job. Would love to have one. I am a truck driver, but am looking for new hobbies when I get to retire.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@brookgreen7943]

A true craftsman. Well done sir, thank you for sharing!

[@ianlowe4666]

I think you've made yourself a perfectly functional power hammer Josh. It's always a great feeling when a self built machine works as you'd hoped and it made me smile to see your enthusiasm. It'll obviously make a huge difference, they're such a huge time saver it isn't even funny, and unfortunately yes that's the difference between making money or not these days. Good on you bloke. I've made two hammers so far but neither were pneumatic, or for me even. They were both variations on the 'tyre' hammer design and I think Kevin Boys is still running one of them over at Surrey Docks. I've got a couple of questions about the pneumatic design: The valving seems to be a straight on or off system, either picking the ram up or pulling it down, so I'm guessing the only way to feather that is to switch the valving before it's completed a full stroke? Are you tapping the foot control rapidly when the ram is down to get the lighter blows? The other thing that struck me Is that knocking sound every now and then on the lifting stroke. Is that the piston topping out against a hard stop of some sort, either inside the cylinder itself or on the frame? I noticed when you didn't let the piston run a full cycle on the lift the camera didn't shake anywhere near as much as when you did. Feels like there's a lot of shock transmission going through the frame there. Personally, I'd try to run it without hitting that hard stop as much as I could to save wear and tear. Cheap replacement bits still aren't as cheap as no replacement bits eh? May I suggest making a hydraulic forging press from a log splitter for your next homebuilt machine? You'll have a full house then, or a full shed at least. :D

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much Ian! Yes tapping foot, if I go half through the valve I can get a very light blow by reducing the speed and can adjust the psi for more control range, it's very much like a drum kit. Knocking top is my first gremlin to kill, I'm thinking a rubber washer inside the ram maybe? Tire hammer was one I looked at but wanted it smaller and easier to build. Hydraulic press is one I would love but other than space it's lack of decent power for that, I'm on extension leads from the house still. Fuse hasn't blown yet and wires don't get too hot but can't have any serious power operations, the welder and compressor work off a blue 16amp plug and have to switch it over so they never run at the same time. I am thinking about a gas forge though on the outside of the shop with a hatch on the wall close to the side of the hammer? Thought that would keep excess heat and carbon monoxide outside. Cheers all the very best. J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@raymondmarseglia8939]

Dude I would love to buy a set of plans, this is the exact type of power hammer I need (before I knew I needed it). Keep up the great work, and I'm glad I found your channel

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Raymond! Just optimised it further and made it more powerful! Plans coming this week. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@raymondmarseglia8939]

@@joshuadelisle Thanks for the discount, I just purchased. I move into my new house in two weeks. I have upgraded from an 8 foot by 8 foot shed to a 20 foot by 40 foot garage and this is going to be my first project. Wish me luck :-)

[@joshuadelisle]

@@raymondmarseglia8939 That is Awesome thank you so much. Need any advice feel free to contact me. All the very best. Cheers J

[@thagipper]

Great build! Thanks for the detailed video. I'm curious, are you pressing the pedal for every stroke of the hammer? Do you adjust the impact strength by lowering air pressure?

[@joshuadelisle]

Yes it's controlled completely by the foot pedal as you say. No I keep the air pressure on max and regulate it with the pedal. Cheers J

[@clydeulmer4484]

I got a huge smile out of seeing your infectious, unbridled glee upon using your hammer. That hammer is a well designed piece of kit -- most designs seem to just throw mass and brute force at the problem. And some of the Frankenhammers that result are things I wouldn't want to even be in the same building with... Clyde

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Clyde! I've just been optimising it further. It's such a little beast! Got rid of the top knock as the cylinder fully extends and increased the flow rate with bigger pipes. im hiding the pipes in the pillars too to make it super sleek. I think I'm going to powder coat it white to emphasize it's minimalism, though I know the moment I put my black hand on it I'll regret it.... Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@rubene4403]

Who doesn’t like and want a power hammer. I recently found some of your cancer laser cutting videos and then saw you forging legs for a table. Really like all the information you give and would it be possible to scale down the power hammer for a hobbyist even though yours is about as small as it t gets. I still have to say it’s an awesome hammer you made.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. This power hammer design is pretty optimal for forging with, you can't really get it bigger without an industrial compressor and you wouldn't want it smaller as it wouldn't be enough. For something compact, cheap and easier to build do check out the 30T press I made recently. It's probably a better option for hobbyist jobs and upgradeable too. Cheers J

[@jonhunter8725]

Look at wood gasifier also known as wood gasification I believe they're more efficient in Steam.

[@joshuadelisle]

I like it. cheers J

[@nameloc1000]

How is the gasifier producing the steam? If you can message me a link to an explanation I would be very greatful

[@jonhunter8725]

@@nameloc1000 gasifiers will produce excessive Steam if the wood chips contain more than 20% water and when the gasifier is in use and when the chips are under high heat and low oxygen the gases content will travel through the gasifier and most of the steam will condense to the cyclone and the radiator will help condense more of the steam back into water and the filter media example straw will also create more surface area for the steam to condense on. And when you get your gasifier operating properly the only byproduct from the wood gasifier will be activated carbon that has uses in itself

[@dwergazhamarr9479]

“That power hammer was a symbol of that” I know this feeling all too well!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Let's see what the future holds. Cheers J

[@PJTForging]

Finally! I've been looking forward to this! :D

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@PJTForging]

@@joshuadelisle very kind... but I'm in the middle of restoring my new (old) powerhammer. ;)

[@joshuadelisle]

@@PJTForging no worries the discount can be used on all the designs in my shop. all the very best with the restoration. cheers J

[@blackoakmushrooms]

dude the power hammer is amazing as hell!....but the c-clamp drill trick? mind blown. Now I wish I hadn't gotten ridden of so many of them over the years.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Dave. I got an impact driver shortly after, makes it super fast and lots of torc. Thought of making my own clamps using M24 bolts and rose nuts. Cheers J

[@cheesewizard1306]

You are truely a magician burning stick. Love your scope of do it yourself ability.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Cheers J

[@DavidJohnson-kl2tk]

Thank you for your power hammer. I would like the plan to make one.. Turtleman, David Johnson

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Turtle man! Coming soon should be ready by the end of the week. Cheers J.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@jeffhoyle7900]

I would like the plans to build one. Nice job

[@joshuadelisle]

@@jeffhoyle7900 Thank you so much! The design is ready now, find the link in the description, use POWERHAMMER1 for 20% off all my designs as a coupon code. Cheers J

[@yandiwa4707]

Just a question what max psi do you run your compressor for this set up? Cheers

[@yandiwa4707]

120psi cool

[@joshuadelisle]

I've just optimised it further and made it more powerful by replacing the pipes with bigger ones for better air flow meaning faster acceleration. Cheers J

[@yandiwa4707]

Well done man, keep the great work going when you got time!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you! Might not be regular like KZbin wants me to be but can be sure I'll do something creative as some point. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@arnienonymous4458]

Nice work, mate. Your stick welding skills are quite up to snuff.

[@joshuadelisle]

Cheers Arnie!

[@fhagerber4079]

Nice welding video

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! cheers J

[@tanteonghooi4951]

Brother your power hammer so solid and very useful. You are so genius every thing you fix is so good you can post your design and make more beautiful. God bless you with healthy life.

[@daven953]

Nice project. I can appreciate those welds😎 . Looking forward to the plans and future vids. Cheers from Canada

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Dave! Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@the_sharp_carpenter]

That is awesome, first video I've seen of your work subscribed!!

[@joshuadelisle]

Fantastic Rodney! Welcome for the ride. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@garyhuston]

Perfect! I have just got a quote for a Chinese power hammer, but now I might try and make my own! I just need a bigger compressor ..🥴

[@Blacksmith-Joe]

I bought an Elsen 40kg. Still got it in the box, it does look great!

[@joshuadelisle]

Cheers Gary! I'll sort you out the blue prints. Got my compressor at a good price second hand. Not slot to them if parts need replacing. I put a new air filter and upt the circuit breaker and has been working well since. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@millagnir]

@@Blacksmith-Joe p0p

[@Sickofsociety1]

Just ordered your plans from Etsy. Wooooo hooooo! Got some cylinders from work that were being thrown out. I forgot to mention that I love the roller skate wheels to guide the hammer and keep it aligned. Great great idea!

[@TheTradesmanChannel]

Just found your channel while researching a build. You have an excellent personality on the camera. Hope you don't mind but I'm going to shout you out to my 22k viewers. Excellent work.

[@joshuadelisle]

That was so very kind and really supportive to my channel. I appreciate it. Thank you. Cheers J

[@TheTradesmanChannel]

@@joshuadelisle your content is excellent. You will do well.

[@joshuadelisle]

@@TheTradesmanChannel thank you. Love your barn too it's beautiful. Looking forward to more on your smithing videos too. Cheers J

[@setheloe7090]

I would LOVE to see some details, that thing is AMAZING for the price.

[@joshuadelisle]

Plans are in the description. Just upgraded mine to be even more powerful. New video coming very soon. Cheers J

[@setheloe7090]

@@joshuadelisle Can't Wait!

[@shawnwright8970]

@@joshuadelisle I love your design! I have been looking at different designs for a while and I definitely plan on purchasing your plans. You state you have an even more powerful design. Could you please mention the specs on your new design, as I want to build this once and would like it to be as powerful as possible. Also eat on your new plans. Great video and I appreciate your enthusiasm. Big greetings from Texas!

[@JimmysTractor]

0:13 I went to the comments looking for what should have been comedy gold.

[@joshuadelisle]

Yeh my wife wasn't as impressed as I was.... made a good hammer though. ;D

[@totherarf]

Yeah ....... I would say that would be a different website ;0)

[@matttaimuty5397]

Brilliant Josh, Brilliant. I built a hammer that is much more complex than your. Wanna trade? 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@joshuadelisle]

Thanks Matt! this started off very complex, but just kept re designing it as minimalist but functional as possible. so far working well. cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@stubbs2369]

Started watching the video weeks ago and never got past the first few minutes because there was no explanation but glad I did because I might buy your plans to make myself one. I can afford to go buy some scrap steel every now and again. And have buddies who work with plasma cutters etc who can help

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Dylan. Any help or advice feel free to ask anytime. Cheers J

[@KrugerrandFarms]

I invented the Andela Pulverizer we sold them all over the world including a couple in the UK. Blackburn I believe. You can Google us. Yours is a beautifully simple design Josh. Very economical and fine craftsmanship which I would expect from a british engineer. Well done mate!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! I will have a good look at that. Has it been very profitable? Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@Maccreeperslayer]

0:14 "DEMONITIZED!!!"

[@joshuadelisle]

Ha ha! Like my wife says, it's not the size that matters it's how you use it. He he. Cheers J

[@tsasso6199]

It's only do it yourself if you can afford the parts that's still under a loans probably six hundred bucks at least

[@deadcrow6888]

do you have any scrap yards around you, in my town I could easily pick up the steel for less than a hundred bucks and build something very similar, of course the cylinder and air parts will cost some. but I believe a crafty person can come up with something very close to this with low cost.

[@spacecadet0]

T Sasso, what do you want? Nothings free, so that's off the table... if you've got better by all means, do demonstrate. The nerve it takes to complain about a DO IT YOURSELF build...

[@coffinsnail6930]

And 600lbs is way less then what ypu would pay for a used big blue if you can find one.

[@batfrog84]

Outstanding ..works really well..i been looking at powet hammers for years as i used to use one..i built a gas forge now i neef one of these..ill have to pop over to etsy soon and buy the planes..horses head has come out a treat .next is the rams skull .. brillant 👌

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey Tony! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@davidbrock8573]

Love it.....I have done fencing.....using large hydraulic hammer.....top nut was left a little loose....I guess for misalignment? IDK

[@Thatguy08413]

Having watched nearly a dozen different homemade power hammer videos, this is by far the best one. I never leave comments on videos, but with how simple and effective your setup is, the engineer in me can't help but appreciate it! I 100% plan on building one of these. I'll buy the plan just to support you and this quality content.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much Jake! check out the description for a link to the plans. all the very best. J

[@GStone-jl1ov]

More videos on that powerhammer please 😀

[@joshuadelisle]

Working on it right now. cheers J

[@johncollins3597]

I like how small your power ham is. It's very good for small work shops.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Cheers J

[@michaelbeaumont9526]

Power hammer 🤛 🔥 inspirational keep up the good work. Love it from down under Australia. A fellow Pom.

[@chaosrulez6211]

As a thirty year metal fabricator here in the USA I can say that is a beautiful piece of work. It fits the need without a load of extra waste. My one concern is the bearings, The side loads and stresses from a 1 to 200 lbs person skating is a far cry from what the shearing forces the pneumatics and steel might exert. But aside from that OUTSTANDING job. just needs some machine shop grey or green paint to fit right in amidst the other professional machines in a shop.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! update and upgrades video coming next. cheers J

[@jacquibrace6655]

wow this guy is true genius.amazing talent bravo

[@joshuadelisle]

Your very kind. Thank you. Cheers J

[@ruatarengsicolneyrengsi8924]

Truly awesome!!! Using air compressed air power minimising movable parts, bulk, and free of oil and grease. Great job.

[@EduardoSVA]

Awesome power hammer! Simple and efficient! Congratulations from Brazil!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you! Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@Moondog-wc4vm]

Just discovered this channel , you got an immediate subscriber. I wish I had the skills (and more importantly the testicular fortitude) needed to build something like this. I'm very definitely a hobbyist and will never need this for a business, but who wouldn't want their own power hammer? Especially one you can cuddle! This would fit perfectly in my forge (for forge read 'garage' Who needs to protect their car from the elements?) Really interesting that your employer is showing an interest in creating a commercial version. I hope they are willing to give you a decent kickback after designing it! You said under £2k for the finished product. Speaking only for myself if you could get a delivered price of £1500 I could be persuaded to put myself in debt and danger to own one of these if it had an attachment to anchor spring dies (sold seperately of course) and a catcher tray for the scale (slightly graded of course) with a tube to add the tube of your DeWalt industrial vacuum at the bottom for dust/scale extraction. Oh BTW I won't cuddle mine until after I install googly eyes just like Daniel did! (so cool that it was yours first!, even though I feel bad for you that you had to sell it) Oh and far as colour goes, paint it bright scarlet and call it Big Red One.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much! Interchangeable shoes are what I'm making for mine and a tool holder for things like fullering tools and bolster plates for punching holes. All the very best. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@billgeorge7804]

Superb piece of engineering. More people should subscribe to your channel! Thank you.

[@shaniamills7684]

Amazing job I’m definitely gonna build one may I suggest running a small air tank on the power hammer it’s self as a quick air reservoir that will give a faster recharge on the cylinder

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. You could but that means less run time when in use. I would actually recommend getting a secondary tank or even two compressors in tandem. Cheers J

[@michaeld9484]

Yes plans! Plans now! Nice simple design similar to log splitter hammers but even simpler and more compact. I like this because it can fit inside even a smaller shop

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Michael! Working on it as we speak. Cheers J

[@michaeld9484]

Joshua De Lisle I thought about this.... you may want to give the dimensions and measurements in metric but also imperial. I’m sure you thought about that but would save both camps the trouble of trying to do conversions

[@joshuadelisle]

Definitely a good idea. I don't like too many decimals so I may do 2 designs rounded up to either imperial or metric whole numbers. Cheers J

[@jimtalbot3989]

Cuddling ones power hammer? Who can do that?! Off grid steam power you say?! This guys nuts. Well I love it!! Wheres the subscribe button, gonna have to keep an eye on this guy!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Jim. Been getting everything together for the steam generator. Got lots more on the hammer too. Cheers J

[@geodeaholicm4889]

always cool to see someone apply ingenuity & resourcefulness to get great things done.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Cheers J

[@4a8d698f]

Thank you Joshua. I'm new to your channel and am still flirting with blacksmithing. I'm a locksmith by trade and been wanting to expand into this. I would love to be able to build this. Thanks

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Jim! You should check out Joshua hill's work he's a lock maker and very good. All the very best. Cheers J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@hangtoughhomestead2229]

First time on this channel, I don't know how I've missed it .You sir are a top notch CRAFTSMAN and teacher. I would really like to see a set of plans.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. All is in the description. Do check out the latest video on the hammer developments. Cheers J

[@odinsbeard1117]

Your welds and fabrication skills are awesome!! I have heard of people building these and it’s nice to see someone build one right! I also like that the cylinder is air operated and not hydraulic powered that saves you some time and money on pumps and fluid for it! Great job!!!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Lots more coming soon. Cheers J

[@vyranlaise8356]

Ya nice job on that power hammer. What a God sent. That will save your forearms and shoulder's jest a little when your older that for sure. That's for sharing your video.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you! I've got lots more coming soon. Might have over 2000 nails to make and I think I've figured out the tooling to do them on the power hammer super quick. Cheers J

[@TheKahu78]

Best design I've seen. Simple genius. Good job

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Cheers J

[@savos020]

This is so inspirational to watch you and your process of picking yourself up after failure, Life is full of failures but what sets us apart are the choices we make after. Your shared life story reminds me of a quote from one of your countrymen- Success is not final, Failure is not fatal: It is the COURAGE to continue that counts- Winston Churchill. Lastly I have written on my powerhammer, If your dreams dont scare you a little bit then you are not dreaming big enough. Thanks for sharing part of your life's journey with us.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Failure is very hard but you are right, I'm still alive, I've learned a bit from it and hopefully I can help others too by applying what I found. Thank you again for your kind encouragement. J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@MrRezdez]

you got my stamp of approval all the way.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you!

[@kevdotf]

Really well done so many applications like for people that just don't have the strength and energy to swing a hammer all day

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Kev! It certainly has improved my life immensely. Cheers J

[@valinra1289]

You are the best for the extra info and links. Maximum respect for ya Joshua De Lisle!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Do check out the latest video on the hammer for the most up-to-date information. Cheers J

[@ben-jam-in6941]

Great work man all of it from the welding down to the complete hammer.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Ben. Cheers J

[@tubthumper42]

I now have power hammer envy and i dont even have a forge. Awesome job ATB Andy.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Andy. Do check out the latest video on the hammer. Cheers J

[@weta-linetv5354]

Well done. What a great build.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@joebaldwin8258]

great piece of work well done

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Joe. Cheers J

[@christianandresloboSinPerj-TDR]

Thank YOU, Josh, my Brother.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Christian! J

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@mattmccusker7639]

Smashing job mate , LITERALLY!!

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@race-all]

Great job. I don't have much money but have a lot of steel scrap cutoffs. I never throw away scrap & always look for any give aways that people may have. Looks like I can afford to build this beauty. I was just wondering how powerful that pneumatic cylinder is. I was going to make a crankshaft style counter weight hammer but If something went wrong that would be a disaster. I only need the cylinder foot valve & exhaust valve. Got the rest of it to build one of these. Looking forward to seeing some more of your ideas.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Ken. I put links in the description for the parts. All the very best. J

[@vuk.v1988]

Thet is the best home made power hamer I so on internet. Simple, cheap and working soooo good. I'm impressed. Please doo more!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you, lots more definitely coming. Cheers J

[@dennisobrien3618]

Nice design & build. A power hammer also means you can keep something for many years without your body breaking down. I was lucky enough to buy a 1904 Mayer power hammer for a great price. I just need to get out to the shop and use it more.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. I'm hoping to forge a few axes and sculptures with it. Just got a commission for 1000 nails so that's my next project. Got to make it earn it's keep. Cheers J

[@riglenduwaer3587]

Very good my friend , it's a good idea

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@willsteed1728]

Very impressive the simple design is genius. You are my kind of crazy dude. Your welding skills are amazing as well, when you are done your weld and the slag falls off in one piece is the mark of a great welder.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J

[@asdfjkl1935]

It’s so nice to see someone on KZbin throw down a beautiful bead!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you I try my best. cheers J

[@user-po1pf8hs5y]

Would enjoy plans for sure

[@joshuadelisle]

Hey! Thank you so much for your kind comments and subscribing, patterns are now available on my Etsy shop detailed in the description and to say thank you here is a discount code for 20% off! just type POWERHAMMER1 as a coupon code. cheers J