How to cut perfect circles with a Plasma Cutter. Making a circle and radius cutting guide.

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  • čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
  • How to cut perfect circles with a plasma cutter has never been easier with this little gadget. A circle and radius guide makes cutting any circle or radius easy. Simply adjust the guide to the size circle or radius you want to cut. Line up the centre point and off you go. This is much faster than making custom cutting templates for every circle or radius you need. A plasma cutter can cut steel and aluminium too which makes this a very versatile tool in the workshop. The circle and radius guide was simple to make and is even easier to use. I'd highly recommend getting or making one for yourself if you have a plasma cutter.
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    Disclaimer: This video is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is in no way meant to be a set of instructions and therefore no attempt should be made by any party to recreate what has been seen in this video. Any attempt to do so is done completely at your own risk.

Komentáře • 35

  • @MrLookslikeMani
    @MrLookslikeMani Před 4 lety +17

    I would like to see a video about the treatment of your metal parts. I'm looking forward to learn what can be done at home. 👍

  • @JBLewis
    @JBLewis Před 4 lety +2

    The voice-over style this video works well with the content.

    • @chrisstephens6673
      @chrisstephens6673 Před 4 lety +1

      Indeed it does, sound content with just the right hint of humour.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      Thank you both. I'm glad you are enjoying the videos.

  • @qcnck2776
    @qcnck2776 Před 4 lety +1

    Another thumbs up for the cold blueing video

  • @TheAussiePirate
    @TheAussiePirate Před 4 lety +1

    The more I see of these the more I’m thinking about getting a lathe. Great project.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      Hi Carl. They are a great addition to the workshop. Worth doing some good research first though before you commit to spending a fairly big chunk of money. Good luck and thanks again for watching.

  • @jackedwards1306
    @jackedwards1306 Před 4 lety +2

    Brilliant tool, would love to see a video on the metal blackening.

  • @CaptainSwoop
    @CaptainSwoop Před 4 lety +1

    Well, that's just bloody brilliant ... Thanks a lot. Like me, it's quite simple. I too would like to see your metal treatment vid. G'day from Western Australia.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I'll put the phosphating video on the list. Thanks for the support.

  • @damianorourke5109
    @damianorourke5109 Před 4 lety +6

    I also would like to see a treatment of your metal parts.

  • @joell439
    @joell439 Před 4 lety +1

    simple design to replicate - i still need to make one - thanks 👍😎👍

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, it works pretty well. Dead simple to make as well.

  • @lizardkomodo
    @lizardkomodo Před 4 lety +2

    If you loosen (or remake) the torch mount to allow it to rotate around the vertical axis, this will allow you to cut the entire circle at a time.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      Good idea, I hadn't considered that. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍

  • @28gwdavies
    @28gwdavies Před 4 lety +2

    I would love to see a video about the treatment of your metal parts, heating them up with map gas and quenching is a pain!

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety +1

      I'm aiming to get it done for Saturday 25th of this month. Thanks for letting me know. 👍👍

  • @dennisgray7509
    @dennisgray7509 Před 2 lety

    If I only had a machine shop of my own

  • @JaniWasTaken
    @JaniWasTaken Před 3 lety +1

    I think neodymium magnets in the bottom of the base would be a good addition, too. This would help to have a more stable setup.

  • @loydsa
    @loydsa Před 4 lety +1

    You might want to add an adjustment post to the torch holder so you can hold the torch just off the surface you are cutting. This will increase the life of your plasma cutter tips considerably. Best Regards Sarah

  • @miningbruno
    @miningbruno Před 4 lety +2

    I'd rather like to see a video(s) on surface finishes/treatments, not just black phosphate. Everyone seems to stick to hot/cold bluing, or paint.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety +2

      Cool, i'll put it on the to do list. I've always fancied getting into anodising. Did a pit of copper plating a few years ago as well. Maybe I should do a little series.

  • @crisislord00
    @crisislord00 Před 4 lety +1

    It would be awesome if you good share the treatment process! Hmm about the way the plasma cutter is attached, is there a way to allow the torch to rotate on itself?
    Awesome video!

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety

      I'll put it on the to do list. Thanks. 👍
      Regarding the torch. It can tilt back and forwards so you can direct the plasma into and away from the cutting direction due to the rotational freedom of the rose joint. It wont rotate in the holder though once it's tightened.

  • @andrewarcher880
    @andrewarcher880 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi, what do you do for a living? Something to do with engineering I presume 😁
    I'd love to see how you do the black phosphate coating. Keep up the great work.

    • @Handmadeextreme
      @Handmadeextreme  Před 4 lety +5

      Hi Andrew.
      I started out doing sheet metalwork and machining for an Aeroplane component manufacturer. Then spent a few years in factory automation and control. Then went back to school for few years to do a degree in Automotive Engineering. Then worked for an injection moulding company as a design engineer making bodywork for Jag/Landrover. Started a PhD.....Quit a PhD... I'm now a self employed engineer. However due to the whole global pandemic thing going on I don't really have any work so I'm working quite hard on the CZcams gig at the moment. Hopefully I can grow it into a full time thing. I think I almost broke even last month.... well providing you doing include my time.. hahaha
      The phosphating video seems to be quite a popular idea, so i'll add it to the to do list.
      Thanks for the continued support. 👍👍