Skips V2.0 case annealer

[@6CM1]

Skip, Just GREAT. Thank you for posting all your information to this and previous versions.

[@Beniah107]

Great work, Skip, thanks for showing us the journey of improvement. Credit to your knowledge and skill in craftwork. Great work and brilliant that you have kindly shared it.

[@paltryengineer]

gday mate, thats alot more refined than the last design. Making the feeder roller feed single cases is quite well done. good stuff

[@aechez]

Another great version skip :)I'm interested to learn more about the sensor you use on the feeder wheel!

[@jamie57061]

Thanks for posting the videos Skip. I'm in the process of getting the items together to make mine. I'm hoping you can help me out with a bit of info?...... How have you got the small black "feeder wheel" to stop once it drops a piece of brass down the "slide" and onto the main wheel? And secondly, What is the black wheel made of, and could you give me it's dimensions, including the size of the cut-out you have made for the .223/6.5CM/.308? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers. J.

[@dhphotography644]

It's a inductive normal closed prox sensor. 4mm detection. Dunno what they worth now, about $10odd. The round case feeder is made from 50mm delrin or acetal or hdpvc. Delrin is common. The hole is from memory 8mm and a 5mm grub screw used to attach the shaft of motor. Slot size depends on the case. 10mm-14mm will cover your cases. You can cut as many slots you like in the feeder wheel and use a block/blanker or some dome head screws to blank of slots not in use. Skip

[@westucker4387]

What have you found is the best way to cut the rim off of the cake pan and the notch? Also what is the best way to find the exact center of the pan?

[@JTSOUTDOORLIFE]

Cool bud! Thanks for the videos!

[@bushy051]

Hi Skip witch proximity detector did you use. Can I get the info for it please.

[@hilltoptommy0959]

tommy fron Ireland,great job,can you give me a link/info on the wee button sencer you use that stops your case feed wheel,were to buy,cheers

[@aussiepewpew557]

Nice work bud. 👌 I think I'll have to make me one of those....👍

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Aussie PewPew good luck with your build, happy to help be of some inspiration to build your own.

[@lukemcintosh5108]

Hi mate, Interested to know if you are still building these mate, they look the goods for sure?

[@joeloehlephotography]

I have trouble with the brass not spinning. I have thought about etching the inside of the pan to give it some grip, or adding a strip of silicon mat to it. Any thoughts?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Joe Loehle the case sound like it’s sitting at 6 o’clock on the drum. Move case stopper to 5 o’clock or even 4 o’clock on the main drum. That should get your case spinning nicely

[@brad1943]

Howard Hi Buddy have ordered the sensor to build one what is the magnet for and were does it go

[@curtgivens8943]

Nice machine. 2 quick questions 1) how well do these work with rimmed cases? I have more straight wall cases that need annealing than i do rimless 2) have you ever published a parts/source list? Thank yo

[@craigfisher146]

where abouts do I go to find plans for this?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

It's been posted on a number of forums. In US I posted on AR15. Com that was like 20 pages long or see the number of vids in the builds other did from where it all started.

[@indianamaquis7596]

Me and my dad are building this. I wish I could post a pic of the modification we made on the drum so it can easily be resized for different cases

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Ted Feasel G-day Mate, glad you got your builds done together. Family time especially something to work on together, is a cherished moment. Especially when it’s something your both interested in. If you go to the forum address posted in the vid or earlier vids. Pm Skip, if you would like to show your mod or post it in the thread. I’m sure others would like to see the mod. Skip

[@indianamaquis7596]

SKIPPYISAAUSSIE I went to the link for the forum and it said link not found.. I really would like to post and share what we did... and thank you for the awesome project

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Ted Feasel This should work: www.shootingaustralia.net

[@indianamaquis7596]

SKIPPYISAAUSSIE I think I got it now... I made a post and uploaded the picture..... I think lol

[@philippalmer7814]

Skip, I didn't catch what type of sensor you're using to sense the case in the standby position. optical, pressure or contact? Other?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Philip Palmer it's a inductive switch, you could use a optical breaker type switch also if you like.

[@joseagnaldooliveira2321]

Hi ! I am intending to buy this case annealer. How much and how many time for shiping? I have family in FL.

[@twistedbrilliance3908]

what hardware did you use for the case stop and the torch mount? Where did you source it?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Twisted Brilliance hi mate. Not sorce parts, I tried to sorce components I could use. But was simpler to make it for the application by me. The components are mostly machined Ally. The sorced components are just the inductive sensor, the motors, the display, the power supply, on/off switch, cooling fan etc etc.

[@rodneyriddle135]

Hi Skip, could you please tell me how you wire in the induction 3 wire switch please?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Rodney Riddle if the same cable the black wire is the control. ( you want the NC sensor "not" a NO )

[@md9897]

Awesome! I'm building one myself and was wondering can you tell me the dimensions on the delrin "puck" that picks up the cases? Thanks

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

md9897 50x50mm

[@Fatonzzz]

First off, thank you for this! Skip, in your later models did you go with a smaller main drum? I'm currently building a version and have ordered both 6" and 5" cake pans. Was thinking of using the 5". For the power supply I ordered 12V, 2 a. Hoping that will be sufficient to drive the motors. In addition I've ordered a 3 wire, 6V-36V inductive NPN normally closed proximity switch. I've read reports of people having to bias the motor with a 1K resistor or install a relay switch in order to get the switch to function. Has this been your experience?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Fattonzzz_&_Jenzzz hi mate, Still the 5” drum, mainly that’s what best suited most calibers. But you can sure go bigger if you like. Tried to make it compact as possible as it’s only used when needed. I do mine in big batches of brass. I use in the later, just a 12dc 2amp wall wart ( 12v dc power supply plug in ) and wired it in a way that you can also run it off a small battery using a jack with spade connector. There is a inline fuse inside the machine. The sensor was wired as is with no resistor or a relay ( as mentioned a number of times in comments etc you have your + - and load wire ( black ) connects to your neg on case feed motor ) The whole machine is pretty much a simple wire up as it can get. I also have a 12v fan to draw and withdraw any heat from case ( 40mm fan ) that keeps the motors cool and extends there life a bit over a non fan.

[@Fatonzzz]

SKIPPYISAAUSSIE Thank you so much for such a detailed and thoughtful reply 👍

[@Fatonzzz]

SKIPPYISAAUSSIE Finished the build today. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHzWkomHrMuNg7s I'll be making a few small changes, but otherwise I am pretty happy with it. Unfortunately my proximity switch is faulty and I've ordered another. It turns out I had an extra motor controller lying around, so until the new switch arrives I'll just have to put up with timing the drums manually. Thanks again for all these videos. This thing was a pain in the arse to build, but is pretty satisfying to watch operate.

[@njneer7511]

Looks awesome! What is the black roller that grabs the cases made out of?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Derilan, acetal, or PVC is what ever i can get at my local.

[@markahdz]

Great project I want to build one, can you let me know what is the diameter of the acetal ? also what did you use for the brass space a table saw ?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Mark Hernandez it's 50mm, original bb had 40mm, it was just what I could get at the time. I used a mill in V2 but you can use a drill and or drill press. Just clamp it down, start a pilot hole so you remove 3/4 of the material and clean up with a file. You could use a table saw. Use what you have on hand and your imagination to achieve the wanted result.

[@glenndesormeaux]

Thank you for posting these videos. I've built one of my own, but I'm having a problem with something that should be easy... but I can't figure out the best way to do it - How do you cut the edge of the cake pan so you get a smooth, consistent edge? I was able to figure out everything else, but I'm messing up cake pans trying to get them cut right. Thanks again!

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Glenn DesOrmeaux Hi mate. To mark out the cut. What you can do, depending on the tools you have. You can chuck it in a drill. Then hold a pencil while it's turning to get the line. Or you can fold a a4 piece of paper. Then with the fold , wrap it around the pan then tape it then trace the outline, or you can do the same with emery cloth, Then cut. If you have a drill press you can do same as the drill. Or lathe you can do it also. Plenty of ways to skin a cat.

[@brettlong9625]

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[@macrocha5251]

Hey "Skippy" G'Day! Do You sell your machines? Can you ship it to NZ? Great stuff, love to see how much improvement you have made since the first one. Cheers.

[@bushy051]

Hi Skippy, do you still make and sell your annealer and how much is it? CheersDavid

[@SigurdtheRyder]

Skip, how do you cut the cake pan? I am building one of these myself....a clue would be helpful....my lathe wont do it jaws arent big enough

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

With a 1mm cut off wheel in a grinder is how I cut mine.

[@SigurdtheRyder]

@@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE I ended up using a hacksaw of all things, and a belt sander to clean it up after...it actually looks ok!

[@rodneyriddle135]

Hi Skip, sorry you said to me the black wire is the load wire but how do you wire it in? Are you able to tell me how you wire all three wires for the proximity switch as im no good with electrics

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Rodney Riddle blue neg, brown pos, black (load) to your neg wire from motor.

[@rodneyriddle135]

thanks mate

[@rodneyriddle135]

Hi Skip, sorry to be a pain but still don't understand how you wire the proximity switch in. so is it the blue neg wire go to the neg terminal of power supply and brown pos wire to pos on power supply and black wire to neg wire from motor and pos motor wire to speed control??

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Rodney Riddle yes as above

[@THLR]

Impressive project! How goes the shooting and hunting?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

G-Day Thomas, not a lot of shooting mate. Mainly fox control on the farm. Since we last spoke, I've moved to the other side of state mate. How's your hand going? Skip

[@THLR]

At least you're out with a rifle every now and then. Not much hunting here either, I'm having a short bird trip in octobre and later the deer as usual. Will even try the bigger red deer this year.

[@FC2ESWS]

Hey Skip, how do you connect the black plastic case feeder to the motor?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Sivutha Pot Mate I just used a grub screw, m5 stainless grub screw, as the motors have a flat spot on the shaft so you could use a grub screw, bolt, what ever you like. ( ex: cut the head off a bolt, and then cut a slit in the bolt so you can use a fine blade flat head screwdriver) that's a option so you don't need to go buy a grub screw. Plenty of ways to skin a cat

[@FC2ESWS]

thank you sir

[@wjsiri]

Skip, How can I order an annealer from you mate? I like the simplicity of your machine, pure genius!

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Warren and Janet Siri hi mate, if your outside Australia it's not really worth it as shipping gets very expensive. I am just about finished what will most likely the last batch of this type. I'm working on another version.

[@EricBourlet]

Thanks for great info.Do you have info on the inductive switch and how that's setup?

[@Later2u]

This is what he's using. Look where the case is waiting for the drum to rotate. www.ebay.com/itm/401126722206?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[@zee7056]

Hey mate, nice job. Can I ask what the case feeder drum is made from?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Zee 705 Delrin

[@Targetmaster1066]

Hi Skip - Excellent work. The inclusion of the proximity detector is a good improvement, Darwin at work in the real world.:) I have a couple of new projects in the pipeline - I'll post videos shortly. (I've just subbed your channel)

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

thetargetmaster hey TM, thanks mate, I subbed your channel a long time ago. When I came across your 10-10 scale video. With that optical breaker and tricker gizmo. Pure genius mate. I've got a old 10-10 scale I've tweeked, I'm still mucking about trying to build my own auto trickler. Love your sneakers too mate, top stuff. From one tinkerer to another Skip

[@aaronokamoto1680]

I'm not down under with ya so I will need a link or way contact you out of the forum, as it's $20 just to join.

[@johnniegruesome1464]

Hey Skips...Been looking for an annealer for a loooong time...Would I be able to purchase one of them from you? I'm in WA.. thanks

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Frank Oorlog hi mate, I have a couple left, please go to the forum and PM me for further info. Regards Skip

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Frank Oorlog hi mate, Sorry for the belated response, I seem to only get 40% of message notifications. Basic machine from 3 left is $295, as your in WA add a extra $20 to help cover post. Avg cost to WA to post is $50-65 depending where you are. I need to know what calibers you use also to make drums and feeders.

[@ericcromb3011]

hello great build...are you interested in building one for a fellow West Aussie ????

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Eric Cromb see the comment above or below, i‘ll possibly make another batch in future.

[@walterfisler2616]

Hi Skip, How can I order an anealer from you mate?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Walter Fisler hi mate, I haven’t built any for a year, but have had some interest again over the last month. I had issues with the cake tins last time. Being sent wrong types and size twice, which I had to Take on the chin. If I get a few more I interested,I’ll consider making another batch. Working 6 days a week isn’t much help to be in the shed.

[@biggun6658]

Mate can I still get a annealing machine off ya . I'm in Brisbane!

[@big_country1086]

Hey mate how do I order an annealer?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Mitchell Alderton if your not in Australia, then postage becomes quite prohibitive. $$$$ There a possibility I’ll make another batch.

[@petemartin7422]

Hi SkipWhat price are u selling the machines forPete

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

pete martin hi If your in Australia, depending on location. The basic machine from the 3 I have left of last batch. $295 posted ( if your in WA,NT far north qld add a extra $20 shipping. )

[@allenhenry4526]

Tried to subscribe, but could not, what do I do now?

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

? what are you subscribing too? If the forum, check your junk folder.

[@allenhenry4526]

SKIPPY, thanks for the come back, I got it. I was trying to log in to Shooting Australia; like your annealer model going to build one for myself.

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

Ahh, No Prob's Mate. Don't forget to show your build. Thing about DIY is you can make it your own how you want it. Skip

[@drd1924]

Build it, and they will come.

[@brettvanrysinge4102]

he lives :) wb

[@mortenbreiland3984]

Before you make these super machines. Look for the right temperature for properly annealing your brass. They will tell you that you need tempilaq to get the correct brake temperature. This is nonsense, use what they used to in the past. dark red, two orange. 750 ° F tempilaq will give you stress relife (longer case life) but will not give you reduced hardness (cool release).

[@petemartin7422]

Hi Skip Pete martin here again great machine works fin. Do you have anymore for sale got a mate wanting one If you can send me you number again Ill get him to contact youThanks Pete

[@SKIPPYISAAUSSIE]

pete martin hey mate, if you can go to the forum and PM me as I think I no longer have your details.

[@petemartin7422]

Hi Skip my number is 0427469299 Got a mate wanting a machine if you have anymore Pete martin