Making a Simple Steam Engine

[@andrewpage94]

I hope the viewers appreciate how skilled the work here is. I came here to understand how a steam engine works and left impressed by the craftsman the built this. Nicely done.

[@jadeyes1]

one of the most elegant I've seen. lineup is incredible. Would love to know how many watts it produces

[@sharjeelali1242]

some fucking pop there. very nice, try mirror finishing the parts before coating with teflon for more efficiency

[@gillfdk536]

Me too

[@ebitsantoso2519]

​@@jadeyes1 ko ini ini ini Bu ni ni

[@unemployedshrub3372]

but him wearing gloves at the drill press was stressing me out! 6:14

[@davidterry2038]

I am jealous of two thing here: 1. Your very well stocked workshop and 2. Your excellent fabrication skills. A pleasure to watch. Thank you.

[@bod3102]

I'm thinking of the cost ffs, how much

[@bencrispe9562]

As impressive as this is, it really makes me appreciate the first steam engines even more, since people didn't have all these modern electric crafting tools back at the start of the industrial revolution.

[@dashiellgillingham4579]

The first thing medieval man thought to do, when he invented a precision milling machine, was build a steam engine with it.

[@bencrispe9562]

@@dashiellgillingham4579 Medieval? I think you've skipped right over the Colonial Era, then the late Colonial Era/Early industrial Era.

[@bob7500]

I love how you make it look so very simple and break it down into easy to follow steps! Great job and thank you!

[@jjhack3r]

It is simple...

[@MohdYunus-px7qn]

@@jjhack3r Not possible.

[@jordanasparadoxproductions8401]

@@MohdYunus-px7qn i mean he did it and so did many other people

[@DMAIRS]

@@jjhack3r exactly its simple

[@dsweet5859]

It definitely seems simple. If I had access to his work shop including all his tool, I’d probably have no problem making one myself

[@leejohnson7851]

Videos like these are among the most valuable on the internet. Thank you.

[@maciejnowakprojects]

Thanks !

[@oysterjamivxx]

@@maciejnowakprojects we need to couple this with a fresnel lense, in an observatory made like setup dat aling itself to the sun using its own energy pulled out from the dynamo. i would even couple a farmbot to it.. this all in open share.. even the vegetal recognition... and with 3d printers now...

[@roger3858]

What would be a practical application for a steam engine that size? Like what could you power

[@UhrBushaltestelle]

charge your phone 😂

[@danielboughton3624]

light weight tools e.g. an old jigsaw, small generator, small water pump. They used them during ww2 for radio power and you can use anything that burns as fuel.

[@Teastott]

Most impractical fan ever maybe

[@Why-sn5gt]

Desk fan

[@0akenPrince]

A lightbulb

[@Krystian33TD]

I also made similar engine and i have few tips. Instead handtight bolt with nut which holds cylinder use longer bolt with soft spring and nut, it will seal better. Also if you want engine to run faster you can clean these bearings from grease and lube them with few drops of oil Great job as always

[@velux1662]

Do the intake- and cylinder holes have to be 100% aligned at the "top of the circle", or at 90°, for it to work? (if the piston is the furthest into the cylinder at 0°, then the "top of the circle" would be at 90°, and the bottom would be at 270°) I am considering making one myself, but afraid I don't have the same facilities. Could this work with a soda can, syringe and a little experimentation?

[@martian3139]

This is so beautiful that it makes me excited to be alive in this world again. It is incredible how such a machine can be built by anyone willing to learn in this day and age.

[@Jan-iq8ep]

Yes

[@steam212]

FANTASTIC! Beautiful in simplicity, construction, and operation. Well done indeed 👍

[@allanwatson3550]

Awesome job - I’m gathering tools and supplies to build a small table top steam engine right now and this video gave me some great ideas. Nice clean job!

[@aarepelaa1142]

Remember to make a safety valve so you don't make a literal bomb.

[@drvks75]

Where exactly is the inlet of steam ? That part is moving !!!! How the steam is going into the piston exactly??

[@TusharSahuTS]

The pipe yousee connecting boiler and piston

[@wediadi6788]

By watching this clip one learns not only how a steam engine works, but how to make one at home!

[@lotuselanplus2s]

Good job, only thing the 'rack' that you screwed on the end of the crankshaft is in fact a 'toothed pully' and the 'pressure fuse' that you used as a stopper is a 'safety valve'.

[@XCyclonusX]

Just a question. Wouldn't you get better efficiency if you attached the pivot point of the piston cylinder with a bearing so there's less friction as it pivots up and down? Awesome machine.

[@jakefriesenjake]

Probably not, because it does not move that fast, wear is very minimal, and the crank stroke is using its leverage against the stationary pivot. Could probably use a bearing on the flywheel side where it attaches to the connecting rod.

[@juliusfucik4011]

This is why he used the brass fitting. It has less friction than steel.

[@snakegaming764]

Incredible video can’t believe I’m sitting here watching a truly talented craftsman at 4 in the morning.

[@СамоучкаДмитрий]

Прекрасная и НАГЛЯДНАЯ РЕАЛИЗАЦИЯ ПРАВОВОГО ДВИГАТЕЛЯ!!!!!!

[@JoshuaClipp]

When craftsmanship and video editing meet! Clean.

[@Diohernandez]

Fantastic demonstration of how a steam works! My son loved the video.

[@smallblock3056]

I'd be very interested to see how much power this rig makes, interesting idea for a video for sure!

[@fsecofficial]

That big old flywheel on there it can probably provide 6-12v. You would be better off with a steam powered turbine. You wouldn’t loose as much energy to friction. If you mean mechanical power not much you can stop them with one finger. The pressure determines the power here. Whatever the boiler can put out and the engine can withstand.

[@TheRenofox]

@@fsecofficial Apparently turbines require very hot steam to not take damage from water droplets, which is why I've been looking into steam engines myself. If it's plausible to use steam to generate at least 1kw of power, combined with the heat of burning wood in the first place would be enough to heat and power a house during the cold and expensive winter months.

[@zoro-i8u]

@@TheRenofox Yep, precisely why I'm looking into it too. I've been thinking of building one with a rocket stove around it to save as much heat as possible.

[@blakegray3427]

@@zoro-i8uor just use the rocket stove to heat the house lol

[@Gboyy777]

@@blakegray3427 can rocket stove provide electricity?

[@scuzyprod.1611]

Can you please tell me how long is the stroke compared to the crank length? Thank you for this video, by the way!

[@s.v.o.579]

The accuracy and precision of this man’s measurements is insane

[@anthonydennis3089]

You could make the boiler more efficient if you put some rods vertical as to let the heat warm all the water instead of just the bottom. Very cool build all around good job.

[@TusharSahuTS]

Thanks

[@manjubinduhewa1177]

Tks bro I am from Sri Lanka I got many tips of simple solutions for pneumatic handling. Nice craftsmanship. Waiting for ur next clear precentation. We will get together & make this power greedy world into a peaceful planet

[@kentgladden4316]

Always a pleasure to see the spirit of Craftsmanship so well executed. Classic KISS mechanical engineering. Larger scale versions of this will make an excellent supplementary power source for electricity (when using the fireplace, fire pit, wood burning pizza oven...) in colder months out on the farm 😁

[@georgeblack589]

Oscillating steam engines have plenty of issues of their own to contend with! The main advantage is a compact form factor for a low center of gravity -- ideal for boats. If you wanted to go through the effort to make a larger version, there's no reason I can see to avoid a traditional crosshead and valving.

[@christopherh6361]

Can you explain.......... I see the hole for the inlet steam, how exactly does the hole in the rod change position and hit the outlet/exaust hole? Looks like it moves left and right without the piston spinning, please help

[@rockcrusher4636]

Very nice, just a little polite tip, leaving the chuck key in the chuck is a very bad habit, and an accident waiting to happen. Cheers.

[@allancornell2191]

im curious about how much resistance that pulley can withstand when a load is added. if i put an old idler pulley and a converted fan motor(diy generator) on it with a repurposed engine belt how much torque/speed will be lost and how much would it generate? would it be enough to charge battery banks (depending on set up) quicker than solar cells?

[@siphesihlelanga5783]

As tiny as Is, the engineering and the creativity that goes in there is amazing

[@MCsCreations]

Brilliant work, Maciej! Really well done! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@waynemetevia7983]

Whoever made this definitely has some serious fabrication skills. 👌

[@theultimatehoomanperson6701]

Let him cook, he's about to start a new era in the human race 🔥🔥

[@Yellowstone216]

As a steam locomotive fan, I approve this

[@Aper-re1xh]

Wow thank you so much for helping me visualize these things!

[@johnhili8664]

Nice job I would like to know how you did the marking out for the two holes the inlet and the outlet as you drilled them before the engine was assembled??

[@finnski4917]

what pressure was the safety valve rated for

[@ronarmstrong835]

I can appreciate the simplicity of the valve system.

[@wagikandi]

how does the valve system work?

[@robertludwig8047]

i am wondering about friction-based temperatures involved, and how many hours before performance will degrade with or without lubricating.

[@themadfarmer5207]

Impressive craftmanship👍👍👍

[@homemade_projects]

Lovely steam engine, well done great workmanship. I like it 👍

[@therailheader1896]

Its good that you put a safety valve on top, but i must reccomend you put a sight glass on the boiler. It will allow you to know how much water is inside the boiler, thus preventing the thing from exploding.

[@brighambaker3381]

Fantastic video with fantastic explanation of every part as well; thank you!

[@marklagana2769]

So the SS pipe was accurate enough off the shelf, you didn't bore it in the lathe? Did you do incremental passes on the piston until it was the perfect fit? awesome vid thankyou.

[@shivv7877]

You gotta look for a pipe that doesnt have a seam on the inside , they are a little bit more pricy but not too much , if it has a seam on the inside you can feel , this wil not work;

[@EricFB]

Beautiful work. I'm wondering if one of these would have enough power to turn a small prop on a 10' aluminum boat. Well done

[@martinnermut1630]

The efficiency is very low and you need to have fireplace on board. The real steam engine has much more sofisticated and complex boiler.

[@palaklokhande5850]

Sir , from where is the steam in the cylinder is helping the wheel to rotate

[@palaklokhande5850]

Sorry , now I understand

[@boharihamen]

can the water be in a closed loop as compared to it being lost now?

[@anthonykariuki5153]

would it be more efficient if the wheel was spoked., less weight etc? Interesting project

[@zbarjevsky]

Did you try generate steam using heat pump with COP 4.9?

[@percival23]

I would to see you hook this up to an electric generator. I would really love to how much power a steam engine this size could generate.

[@baileydombroskie3046]

I wudnt be surprised if the amount of force this small steam engine makes is enuf to run a push mower, not using electrical parts to convert the force to energy to electricity and then using a electric motor back to a force, but rather the drive shaft or watever it’s called be directly connected to the parts that make the blade move. And with how small it is it wud be more efficient with that small size.

[@Grigori423]

Oh boy! It would be awesome to see second version with propper steam dome, valve gear & reverser (for applying pressure to both upward and downward stroke of piston and changing direction of rotation). Don't forget throttle bar like in real steam locos too! Subed up!

[@alexanderx33]

Would be more efficient if you had a way to time supply pressure, instead of a continuous feed. It would require a larger pressurized line but would also decrease the range of pressure the boiler was subjected too by cutting off the low end of the cycle.

[@jowey_2077]

where did u make this? do you privvately own this machines or is there like s public space or..? asking cus I wanna build stuff like this

[@rdyer8764]

I am absolutely convinced that if you could think of a fun use of a matter transporter that you would figure out a way to make one!

[@pinkmagicali]

That is stunning. And really beautiful craftsmanship.

[@bobmeginnes324]

I've tried and tried to make something like that but never came close 😂 Great job.

[@steamturbinesdoingjobsbyen1589]

❤❤❤

[@veetchand4894]

Too good lad, I am impressed. Hope you innovate something really good. Thank you for sharing your hard work and skills.

[@bernymozar2195]

Very nice job you are doing, thank you for sharing, are you goi g to put some lubricating in some areas?

[@whitelion7976]

So the inlet is at the top of the piston chamber. Where is the exit hole then? Right above the piston bottom position? Want to try making this. Are values critical? Fridge compressor piston or car shocks perhaps. I want to use it on the farm to make small electricity

[@martinnermut1630]

The exit hole is at the top of chamber too. There steam is pushed out thanks free revolution of flywheel

[@whitelion7976]

@@martinnermut1630 why is it not shown in the video? Where must I drill it?

[@martinnermut1630]

@@whitelion7976 4:10, there is explanation

[@velux1662]

Do the intake- and cylinder holes have to be 100% aligned at the "top of the circle", or at 90°, for it to work? (if the piston is the furthest into the cylinder at 0°, then the "top of the circle" would be at 90°, and the bottom would be at 270°) I am considering making one myself, but afraid I don't have the same facilities. Could this work with a soda can, syringe and a little experimentation?

[@TiagoSilva-sq4gp]

man this is amazing! you should do a bigger one an power some vehicle, like a bike with some car tires, it would be sick!

[@kulebyakinjoe]

SURE IT LOOKS COOL, BUT WHERE CAN IT BE USED IN PRACTICE?

[@hog8035]

Nice to have all the tools ate bro. Lovely tutorial. Thanks

[@martinbisschoff988]

Super and simple efficient craftmanship!! Well done. I just have a thought. Will the piston and shaft need some kind of lubrication?

[@alpha001ful]

Great engineering. Just wondering, where is the valve to direct the steam flow ?

[@spiroketal7024]

Love the cylinder design! Thanks!

[@ClownWhisper]

Why did you make the cylinder open on both ends and then weld a cap on to it rather than just boring a blind hole?

[@fernlenker]

4:07 THANK you ! every kid should have build one ? to think about things work =) this is art work ! welding as a state of the Art !

[@petedazer3381]

Very nice, excellent craftsmanship sir!

[@ZygmuntKiliszewski]

Good job, congratulations 👌. Dziękuję Tobie za prezentację. Thanks you for the presentation 😀.

[@ZygmuntKiliszewski]

Dziękuję 😀.

[@1islam1]

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[@anadelinagalvis7847]

Gracias por mostrar este proyecto; es la demostración de que el vapor genera movimiento, y es el principio , utilizaron en las locomotoras, debían ,de llevar vagones llenos de carbón, pero ahora se puede con hidrógeno,,.Desde Barrancabermeja Colombia

[@Antoniolopezjimon]

what is the name for that metal heating you got to weld? please and thank you loving the video!

[@Antoniolopezjimon]

wait is that just a regular torch? whoops

[@JustFun-iz9rf]

Beautiful workmanship thank you 👍🏼

[@jrd3807]

Wow this is beautiful. Any idea how much psi the boiler runs?

[@georgeaquaro5440]

Excellent project! Question: what is the pressure rating for the release valve you used?

[@Strutingeagle]

Thank a cigarette that with new machines like this, man will achieve powered flight within a century or so.

[@johnwood551]

Great job. I love steam powered machines .

[@tbengs]

Hi. Nice job! :) I wonder where I could find advice on how to return the condensed steam back to the boiler when making a closed loop project? Any pointers?

[@shivv7877]

Purely theoretical , your condensate is pressureless. So just build the engine above your tank ( steam will go up ) and co densate will flow down back into the tank if u connect it

[@shivv7877]

You will also need a 1 way valve so the steam is trapped

[@TomBerryman]

can it work if made out of nothing but brass? or does it have to be a mix of metal and brass?

[@ahmednaji9065]

until time of 7:51 , no connection between the steam tank and the gear shaft, so how is it running?

[@73mordka]

Maciek, does this engine use any oil? If so how it's applied and what kind of oil do you use?

[@joshuaviola6865]

Love the welding looks very good I’m going to make one of these

[@NavyVeteran1776]

Now you need to put it on a rolling chassis and use rc parts to make a steam locomotive.

[@datfloof2732]

How much horse power would this have? Like is it strong enough to power something?

[@christiansoldier1547]

what would you charge to make one that could power a generator ?

[@john3775]

Very nice piece of workmanship.

[@McBruce999]

Awesome work indeed. Wouldn't it be better, if the piston rod were static, instead of moving along with the rotation of the wheels. A connecting rod between the side of the wheel and piston rod, would make it even more efficient.

[@chamagical]

*???????* This is an oscillating steam engine : a connecting rod is not needed and not wanted , because it wouldn't work at all ! 😊

[@sideswipe147]

You had it in the lathe... why would you saw it off rather than parting it off with the lathe. It would most likely be much cleaner that way. Or did just you not feel like setting up a different tool?

[@L30x]

Impressive craftmanship, what kind of welder is that? Very nice video!

[@rainbowboa100]

i built a similar one in hi school, fun project! it'll also run on compressed air.

[@uglybob0072]

I learnt more about how a steam engine works from this than many other videos I've watched. Thanks.

[@peterfranks5031]

Very nice, it reminds me of the wileso seam engine I had. The old reliable oscillating cylinder. I like your work

[@mogulisvalar3369]

I love what you've done here. Have you ever thought about combining this with a solar ray collector as heat source, and turn a small generator?

[@ToyMarston]

Magnets on flywheel to power induction heat source electronics ?

[@alejandroaguilar9038]

Question : have you thought about using another method to heat up the water ?

[@DIYwithBatteries]

Man there is a lot of hard work in this really great work man 👍

[@AlexAtramental]

excellent craftsmanship

[@lewallen2897]

Honestly the fact these were around before real engines when I'd say these were much harder dangerous but essentially were the backbone of the world's goods trains even ships

[@Mahad458]

I dont have all the tools you are using, what solutions is there

[@remkojerphanion4686]

That thing is built to last a lifetime!

[@LordVenom45619]

How much woukd the cost be to build one to produce energy?

[@wyleong4326]

Now imagine it with an adaptable solar concentrator as the other “fuel” input. Great build’ Subbed!

[@oysterjamivxx]

yes a fresnel lense would be ideal, in an observatory made like setup dat aling itself to the sun using its own energy, u could even couple this to a farm bot dat you print yourself the pieces with a 3d printer, the vegetal recognition systems and all is in open share alrdy. this could lead people autonomy on clean energy and food, you only will only need the particles for the 3d printer, which can print pieces for alot of people.