Economy Frame Rail Feeler
11-11-2008, 10:11 AM
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I'll let you know in a week, but initial thought is 11 gauge (.105") thick. That is the maximum we can turret punch economically. If it goes to 10 gauge (.120"), that will have to go to laser and we will lose the economy that I was trying to put into these parts. Turret punch is much less expensive than laser.
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11-17-2008, 08:41 PM
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I'll let you know in a week, but initial thought is 11 gauge (.105") thick. That is the maximum we can turret punch economically. If it goes to 10 gauge (.120"), that will have to go to laser and we will lose the economy that I was trying to put into these parts. Turret punch is much less expensive than laser.
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11-18-2008, 09:46 AM
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I got the package I was looking for when I got in the office yesterday. FM rails are a lot thinner than I guessed, so turret punching will be NO problem. I haven't measured yet, but looks like 12 gauge. I am confident that the pice point can be hit. I need to finish my drawings and will update the group. I plan on having parts the end of January. I will let you know how many sets will be available. I will be buying based on the number of parts that can be cut in full 4x8 or 5x10 sheets, depending on which use the material most economically. The software will calulate orientation for least waste.
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11-19-2008, 09:48 AM
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About time he got them to you. Cant wait to see what you come up with.
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11-19-2008, 10:43 AM
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I just went back over the thread and it looks like we have around 24 still interested, so I will quote 25 sets minimum, rounded up to make a full sheet on my quote.
I won't take any money until they are done and ready to ship. I plan on including all of the stainless steel mounting hardware so you don't have to run around looking for it, plus I will be able to buy it bulk cheaper. There are a couple of commercial fastener companies locally that sell in bulk.
I won't take any money until they are done and ready to ship. I plan on including all of the stainless steel mounting hardware so you don't have to run around looking for it, plus I will be able to buy it bulk cheaper. There are a couple of commercial fastener companies locally that sell in bulk.
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11-19-2008, 10:55 AM
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11-19-2008, 12:22 PM
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Yeah, once I get a firm price, I'll start a GB thread. No money until done. I trust that the "in" people will come through. We will get a good count before I order.
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