Yup, me too. Another improvement to my reloading processes. Thanks.62chevy wrote:Thanks RD never thought about the 4 seconds or the 2.5 inches I just looked for the change in color.
annealing questions from a novice
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Re: annealing questions from a novice
"Well here's another nice mess you've gotten me into." Oliver Hardy
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Re: annealing questions from a novice
You're welcome guys...
Here are the notes I included on Youtube but they are not presented with the video embed...
Case annealing using a propane torch and Lee trimmer stud on a cordless drill.
The setup uses a wire 2½" wire so that the cases, one to the next, maintain a consistent distance from the torch nozzle for a consistent heat across individual cases. Spinning the case with the Lee Case Trimmer stud allows for an even heating of the neck on all sides.
A four second burn with the case 2½" from the nozzle melts the 750° templaque just inside the case neck, you will see the paint flare up, but not melt the 350° templaque at the base of the above the case's web.
The video is a real redneck unscripted setup with a set of pliers in a vise holding my phone, I apologize for the that but I wanted to post this for a fellow to show how to achieve consistent, case to case, annealing with as little setup as possible. Using the simple wire guide, adjust the flame as I described and also use the wire to keep the case at a consistent distance from the nozzle.
Here are the notes I included on Youtube but they are not presented with the video embed...
Case annealing using a propane torch and Lee trimmer stud on a cordless drill.
The setup uses a wire 2½" wire so that the cases, one to the next, maintain a consistent distance from the torch nozzle for a consistent heat across individual cases. Spinning the case with the Lee Case Trimmer stud allows for an even heating of the neck on all sides.
A four second burn with the case 2½" from the nozzle melts the 750° templaque just inside the case neck, you will see the paint flare up, but not melt the 350° templaque at the base of the above the case's web.
The video is a real redneck unscripted setup with a set of pliers in a vise holding my phone, I apologize for the that but I wanted to post this for a fellow to show how to achieve consistent, case to case, annealing with as little setup as possible. Using the simple wire guide, adjust the flame as I described and also use the wire to keep the case at a consistent distance from the nozzle.
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Re: annealing questions from a novice
Some real good stuff you demonstrate, Michael - mucho thanks!!
I think I gave the "thanks" button a couple of punches on this thread....LOL I shouldn't a mentioned my birthday!!!
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