Chris Bassett Log - Revision history

Christopher Bassett: /* Thurs 18, 2013 */

2013-07-19T00:04:05Z

Thurs 18, 2013

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	Finished the design for the solenoid operated gas cutting torch to be used with the CNC torch table.		Finished the design for the solenoid operated gas cutting torch to be used with the CNC torch table.
	The speced solenoid valves are from ASCO; only by calling a distributor directly with the number can you order this specific oxygen rated valve, which is factory cleaned to be grease free. You won't find it online.		The speced solenoid valves are from ASCO; only by calling a distributor directly with the number can you order this specific oxygen rated valve, which is factory cleaned to be grease free. You won't find it online.

			Something to note about the torch head; it needs to be a three hose type similar to the Victor MT-300 series or the Victor MT-200 series which can easily be modified to become a three hose torch. A two hose torch like the picture I took earlier in the week will not work because it cannot be safely modified for use with a solenoid. It appears the torch on the current prototype is like a MT-200 and could be used.

			Exploded view can be found here:
			http://victortechnologies.com/IM_Uploads/doclib_8023_DocLib_2342_56-1163%20Maching%20Cutting%20Torches.pdf


	[[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]		[[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]
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	2)I left the neutral flame tuning valves on the torch, as most torches come with them. This would save money and tuning the flame is really not much of a bother. If one wanted to tune from a central control station, 2 more of the needles valves could be placed before the torch, or perhaps the valves could be removed from the torch head and relocated upstream.		2)I left the neutral flame tuning valves on the torch, as most torches come with them. This would save money and tuning the flame is really not much of a bother. If one wanted to tune from a central control station, 2 more of the needles valves could be placed before the torch, or perhaps the valves could be removed from the torch head and relocated upstream.

	3)Other possibilities seen have been using hand-held two hose cutting torches, and using an air cylinder to work the cutting handle. Removing the need for compressed air, to me, personally, seems an advantage in creating a similar system. Ie, we already have ample electricity.		3)Other possibilities seen have been using hand-held two hose cutting torches, and using an air cylinder to work the cutting handle. Removing the need for compressed air, to me, personally, seems an advantage in creating a similar system. Ie, we already have ample electricity.


	=Tue Jul 16, 2013=		=Tue Jul 16, 2013=

Christopher Bassett at 23:55, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:55:03Z

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	[[File:BOM_for_torch.ods]]		[[File:BOM_for_torch.ods]]

	There are definitely some points of departure that can be taken from this design		'''There are definitely some points of departure that can be taken from this design'''

	1)You see two solenoids off the tank. This is to be used with the electronic ignition, ie open the flow with the "electric sparker" firing and have that all happen quickly. This would allow for a "set it and forget it" tuning of the neutral flame. If a electronic ignition is not use, these could be omitted and the torch lit with a striker.		1)You see two solenoids off the tank. This is to be used with the electronic ignition, ie open the flow with the "electric sparker" firing and have that all happen quickly. This would allow for a "set it and forget it" tuning of the neutral flame. If a electronic ignition is not use, these could be omitted and the torch lit with a striker.

Christopher Bassett at 23:54, 18 July 2013

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 [[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]
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 =Tue Jul 16, 2013=

Christopher Bassett at 23:38, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:38:41Z

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	[[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]		[[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]

			[[File:BOM_for_torch.ods]]

	=Tue Jul 16, 2013=		=Tue Jul 16, 2013=

Christopher Bassett at 23:36, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:36:55Z

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			[[File:Torch_Diagram.png]]
	~~[[File:BOM of Torch(1).ods]]~~


	[[File:Torch_Diagram~~(1)~~.png]]




	=Tue Jul 16, 2013=		=Tue Jul 16, 2013=

Christopher Bassett at 23:34, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:34:41Z

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	[[Torch_Diagram(1).png]]		[[File:Torch_Diagram(1).png]]

Christopher Bassett at 23:34, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:34:04Z

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	[[File:BOM of Torch.ods]]		[[File:BOM of Torch(1).ods]]


	[[Torch_Diagram.png]]		[[Torch_Diagram(1).png]]

Christopher Bassett at 23:33, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:33:31Z

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	[[File:BOM of Torch.ods]]		[[File:BOM of Torch.ods]]

	[[~~File:Torch Diagram~~]]
			[[Torch_Diagram.png]]

Christopher Bassett at 23:22, 18 July 2013

2013-07-18T23:22:46Z

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			[[File:BOM of Torch.ods]]

			[[File:Torch Diagram]]




	=Tue Jul 16, 2013=		=Tue Jul 16, 2013=
	Created this to work off of and explain how the torch head functions (and to start filling in a BOM)		Created this to work off of and explain how the torch head functions (and to start filling in a BOM)

Marcin at 20:08, 16 July 2013

2013-07-16T20:08:56Z

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-== '''Chris Bassett Log''' ==
+=Tue Jul 16, 2013=
-'''7/13/2013'''
+ The flow is the same as the controls diagrahm, I'll spec the threads on the parts later.
-Design Sprint.  Set Goals to work out details of acetylene/oxygen controls between tanks and torch head (Gas Delivery System).  Review mechanics of slider gantries on table in solidworks for design considerations.
+If a torch like this is used, the manifold between 1 & 2 could be easily connected to a "dummy connector"  and bolted to the gantry.
-== '''7/15/2013''' ==
+=Mon Jul 15, 2013=
 Learned out to work GIT HUB to access file repositories.  Need to download application.  A tutorial can be found here:
 https://help.github.com/articles/fork-a-repo
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 http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-brass-solenoid-valves/=nmzf4c
+=Sat Jul 13, 2013=
-== 7/16/2013 ==
+Design Sprint.  Set Goals to work out details of acetylene/oxygen controls between tanks and torch head (Gas Delivery System).  Review mechanics of slider gantries on table in solidworks for design considerations.