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Sorry guys I'm still on the same kick. Can I use Antifreeze as a EDMing fluid?? Brian....
Brian Fairey
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Jun 2, 2008
4:51 pm
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The question of using Propylene Glycol as a dielectric comes up on the list from time to time. I had never tried it, so this past weekend I purchased a gallon...
Ben
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Jun 4, 2008
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Thanks Ben, That was very informative!&nbsp; I wonder if you can give us a Pros and Cons on the use of that "Crystal Brite EDM Fluid",&nbsp; and regular...
James Sterner
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Jun 5, 2008
4:07 pm
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Thanks Ben for doing even more work to keep us informed . I have worked with many dangerous chemicals in the past and I like the idea of starting a new...
Geoff
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Jun 5, 2008
6:50 pm
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This is my experience with Crystal Brite Crystal Brite is a semi-Synthetic dielectric. It is available through MSC industrial supplier in quanties as small as...
Ben
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Jun 5, 2008
8:34 pm
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Thanks Again Ben, Sounds like great stuff, and it's actually designed for EDM too.&nbsp; I'm going to get this stuff right off the bat, instead of trying...
James Sterner
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Jun 5, 2008
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Hello Ben. What was the trade-name, or 'use' for the PG you found at NAPA? All of the automotive stuff I'm aware of is ethylene glycol. Thanks, Gordon...
Gordon Heaton
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Jun 6, 2008
4:39 am
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It definitely is Propylene Glycol It is called RV Plus Antifreeze made by Zecol. I paid $4.69 for a gallon. Ben ... From: Gordon Heaton To:...
Ben Fleming
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Jun 6, 2008
1:13 pm
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hi Ben, i couldn't figure why you had a problem with the conductivity changing in the PG as edm fluid until this post! all of the RV antifreeze's that i could...
cary heestand
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Jun 6, 2008
4:17 pm
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Thanks for pointing that out Cary. I double checked and yes water is the #1 ingredient!!! in this brand. I did not catch that when I purchased it. Now I...
Ben Fleming
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Jun 6, 2008
4:25 pm
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My mind is made up and it did not take long. I purchase a gallon of the Peak Sierra antifreeze, as I poured it from the jug I suspected less than great...
Ben Fleming
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Jun 6, 2008
8:58 pm
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Hi Ben, Wow that was fast!&nbsp; Thanks for running right out to test this much purer PG, I must admit my curiosity was "sparked up" a bit (pun intended) when...
James Sterner
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Jun 6, 2008
10:50 pm
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For short periods of time I have stored in the work tank but usually I leave it in the storage tank. I have several EDM's in the shop and they are all of...
Benjamin Nathan Fleming
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Jun 7, 2008
2:19 am
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I use lamp oil it works great cost is 4$-6$ a half gallon and you can get it at any hardware store or wal-mart.&nbsp;&nbsp; mike maxim &gt; &gt; &gt;...
mike maxim
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Jun 7, 2008
3:33 pm
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Is that de-odorized kerosene?? Brian....
Brian Fairey
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Jun 7, 2008
4:30 pm
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Whats it smell like?&nbsp; Does it evaporate fast?&nbsp; Ben maybe with your many set ups you can give us a run down on this stuff too!&nbsp; That stuff might...
James Sterner
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Jun 7, 2008
5:23 pm
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I have used it and recommend it's use as a good sub for EDM fluid. I think I suggest its use in the last printing of the book it is basically deodorized...
Benjamin Nathan Fleming
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Jun 7, 2008
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I have been using it for years and have not seen any&nbsp;evaporation that I would worry about. but I do keep it mostly covered when not in use. When you are...
mike maxim
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Jun 7, 2008
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Thanks Mike, That sounds like a much cheaper alternative.&nbsp; I went with a slightly deeper tank and I think 5 gallons wouldn't be enough.&nbsp; The Crystal...
James Sterner
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Jun 8, 2008
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Ben, Is Crystal Brite inflammable? It would be nice to have a non- inflammable dielectric liquid. Bruce...
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Jun 8, 2008
7:43 pm
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Any Petro based liquid I am familiar with is subject to some flammability this stuff is not water! Even water has it problem with flammability as hydrogen is...
Benjamin Nathan Fleming
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Jun 8, 2008
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G'day The June meeting will be held this Sunday 15th June at McDonalds Cafe Bar Corner Berwick Street & Canning Highway Victoria Park Western Australia at...
Jack
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Jun 11, 2008
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I was sent this fantastic 100% free link by a friend, so I thought I would share it with the group...enjoy! The link goes to a web page where you can collect...
davidmerriman43
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Jun 11, 2008
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I'm getting good readings on all pins except 8 & 11, only 2.2 volts. any sugestions?...
blake8635846
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Jun 12, 2008
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Blake do you have it connected to the high voltage supply yet?? The reading at those two pins is the voltage divided (down) from the high voltage side. What...
Ben Fleming
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Jun 12, 2008
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(I'm helping blake8635846) When we established that his circuit board ground had no connection to chassis ground per the book schematic, we added a wire from...
RJM
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I am trying to follow your email and now sure I do. Are you trying to say that there is not a common ground connection between the high voltage cirt and the...
Ben Fleming
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Sorry guys about the HPV message this member has been ban from the group. She requested to join yesterday and I had question about her but went ahead and...
Ben
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Jun 12, 2008
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WOW Ben you are right on top of it?? I have another question, why do some 2 color LED's have 3 wires and others 2? Brian....
Brian Fairey
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