I have this device and I must say that it works well, especially for the price. Haven't had a lick of trouble from it in a few months of use making jewelry.
One thing about this tumbler - the electrics inside are all mains voltage, but there's no earth. That makes it potentially *VERY* dangerous - especially when you consider that it's designed to be operated with water in the barrel. Any short to the body from one of the many uninsulated terminals inside (which could well come loose, because the components are only screwed in place) will mean 240v running through your body, your domestic ring main fuse won't blow, and it won't trip your house's RCD. My advice would be to replace the mains cable ASAP with 3 core and connect the earth lead securely to the metal body of the machine. Something like this should really be running off 12v or 24v with an external transformer.
It should still trip your rcd, by the current going to earth through your body. However, the rcd won’t trip if the case (assuming a metal case) becomes live.
Ours stops periodically every now and then in between cycles and it will only go again with a light tap to make it move again. Is there anything you suggest we try to stop this from happening ?
Such a brilliant review, thanks for going into such detail! I have just bought mine and without this I wouldn't have a clue how it works. The piece of paper it comes doesn't explain very much. Mine came with a 3-pin plug - does that mean it's earthed?
Is your tumbler still working. I had to replace belt twice, now it will turn on but won’t turn. Only used about 12 times to burnish jewellery, only use 1 pound steel shot, and a little water not near the 3lb acceptable level.
You're reviewing a piece if equipment, we would like to see some actual performance of what it can do. Some before and after shots of some parts going in it, for example. Just hearing lip service to the item really doesn't offer any insight. Don't be afraid to get the shot wet, that's what it's there for.
Is there a way to bypass the timer? (other than crudely jamming the dial, which is totally what I'm going to do if I can't find a better way). 1 hour isn't too useful.
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Thanks for the thorough description. I just bought the tumbler and with no instructions I didn't know how to operate it.
I have this device and I must say that it works well, especially for the price. Haven't had a lick of trouble from it in a few months of use making jewelry.
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Would’ve been nice to see what the machine could do, and how long to do it, to polish stones etc? Nice presentation though. 🇬🇧👍
One thing about this tumbler - the electrics inside are all mains voltage, but there's no earth. That makes it potentially *VERY* dangerous - especially when you consider that it's designed to be operated with water in the barrel. Any short to the body from one of the many uninsulated terminals inside (which could well come loose, because the components are only screwed in place) will mean 240v running through your body, your domestic ring main fuse won't blow, and it won't trip your house's RCD. My advice would be to replace the mains cable ASAP with 3 core and connect the earth lead securely to the metal body of the machine. Something like this should really be running off 12v or 24v with an external transformer.
could stick some copper wire in the earth on the power point and the other end attach an alligator clip and clip it onto the body of the machine
It should still trip your rcd, by the current going to earth through your body. However, the rcd won’t trip if the case (assuming a metal case) becomes live.
Looks to be a very good unit Steve and not a bad price also, great review mate thank you
Ours stops periodically every now and then in between cycles and it will only go again with a light tap to make it move again. Is there anything you suggest we try to stop this from happening ?
How can I change the plastic belt? Please advise.
Such a brilliant review, thanks for going into such detail! I have just bought mine and without this I wouldn't have a clue how it works. The piece of paper it comes doesn't explain very much. Mine came with a 3-pin plug - does that mean it's earthed?
Steve, won't the plastic tumbler become abraded to near opacity?
No I have been using mine for 2 years and it is still clear.
Is your tumbler still working. I had to replace belt twice, now it will turn on but won’t turn. Only used about 12 times to burnish jewellery, only use 1 pound steel shot, and a little water not near the 3lb acceptable level.
You're reviewing a piece if equipment, we would like to see some actual performance of what it can do. Some before and after shots of some parts going in it, for example. Just hearing lip service to the item really doesn't offer any insight. Don't be afraid to get the shot wet, that's what it's there for.
I have a question... Can I use this rotary tumbler like a ball mill for make black power?
One of the MOST intensive reviews of anything ive ever seen AMAZING
How you liking the unit 11 months on?
Wish I could find a new motor for mine
Any reason you wouldn't put a couple of nuts on those threaded posts. if you are worried about the threads stripping?
Is there a way to bypass the timer? (other than crudely jamming the dial, which is totally what I'm going to do if I can't find a better way). 1 hour isn't too useful.
I expect you could take the wires off the timer and join them. I can't look at mine because I sold it.
can you use this for rock tumbling???
Hi yes you can. Regards Steve
I bought one and wanted to know the same..
I can see water tracking up that belt and into the unit
Hello,
can you send me the instructions for use and maintenance of this device?
Hi I have sold mine now. Regards Steve
@@SteveJordan I understand you. But I dont want you device.I want to
Device usage instructions and care instructions.
Isn't that turning too fast, even at lowest speed ?
I have one and wish it would be slower on its slowest speed. Anyone find a solution?