05-26-2018, 04:53 PM
Mr. Mark graciously and most grandmotherly explained, "I was teasing, of course, Mr. Grepper."
Thanks for that Mr. Mark. Whew! I was emotionally crushed and left but to cower in the corner in search of a rock under which I could crawl and hide from life.
TMF – Test Media Fixture
I seriously doubt that the mod I did changes the readings. The length of the threaded media is for all intents and purposes the same, it does not change the tension compared to the un-modified version at all, and test media does not stretch. Even if it did, I would think that the very short difference in length between the mod/un-mod versions would be of little or no consequence. I noticed no difference before/after I did it. That said, like I mentioned, I have not done razor blade testing to verify and I see no real reason to do so. But, I may get around to it eventually just for grins.
I get the idea that the BESS certification process is a grueling process and not for the faint of heart. But, that’s what it takes to have a reliable, predictable standard. A good thing.
Because the media so effortlessly slips under the screw, it’s way easier to hold just the end of the media whilst pulling it under the screw, rather than having to wrap it around a finger. My average length of media per test is 1.75”. It’s a way faster, smoother and easier operation. "I really like it", fearlessly exclaimed grepper.
I would not want to grind the mortise off because it positions the media and holds in place. I don’t see how it impedes the process at all. But maybe you are on to something. Could you please explain you thinking and more about how you might implement that? (I like mods).
I put a LOT of thought into that mod and considered many different options. One of which was just to get rid of the flat side on the fixture. Just not having that side flat raises the screw and makes it easier to get the media under the screw.
Other than using a lathe to make the little knob, I did the drilling on a mill and grinding/polishing on the Kally.
Mr. Bud is correct. The PT50A is 1 gram resolution, faster processor, more rugged and can measure up to 3,000 grams (the B is 2,000g).
BTW, I like your cork idea. I've thought about widening the slot a couple of times, but I think your idea makes for even a smoother operation. It would be one thing if the fulcrum was fixed to the platform so as to ensure perfect centering of the blade over the slot in the TMF, but since the fulcrum is stuck with a magnet and easily moved anyway I think your idea works very well indeed. Even if the cork eventually chips away, so what? Super easy to replace.
Thanks for that Mr. Mark. Whew! I was emotionally crushed and left but to cower in the corner in search of a rock under which I could crawl and hide from life.
TMF – Test Media Fixture
I seriously doubt that the mod I did changes the readings. The length of the threaded media is for all intents and purposes the same, it does not change the tension compared to the un-modified version at all, and test media does not stretch. Even if it did, I would think that the very short difference in length between the mod/un-mod versions would be of little or no consequence. I noticed no difference before/after I did it. That said, like I mentioned, I have not done razor blade testing to verify and I see no real reason to do so. But, I may get around to it eventually just for grins.
I get the idea that the BESS certification process is a grueling process and not for the faint of heart. But, that’s what it takes to have a reliable, predictable standard. A good thing.
Because the media so effortlessly slips under the screw, it’s way easier to hold just the end of the media whilst pulling it under the screw, rather than having to wrap it around a finger. My average length of media per test is 1.75”. It’s a way faster, smoother and easier operation. "I really like it", fearlessly exclaimed grepper.
I would not want to grind the mortise off because it positions the media and holds in place. I don’t see how it impedes the process at all. But maybe you are on to something. Could you please explain you thinking and more about how you might implement that? (I like mods).
I put a LOT of thought into that mod and considered many different options. One of which was just to get rid of the flat side on the fixture. Just not having that side flat raises the screw and makes it easier to get the media under the screw.
Other than using a lathe to make the little knob, I did the drilling on a mill and grinding/polishing on the Kally.
Mr. Bud is correct. The PT50A is 1 gram resolution, faster processor, more rugged and can measure up to 3,000 grams (the B is 2,000g).
BTW, I like your cork idea. I've thought about widening the slot a couple of times, but I think your idea makes for even a smoother operation. It would be one thing if the fulcrum was fixed to the platform so as to ensure perfect centering of the blade over the slot in the TMF, but since the fulcrum is stuck with a magnet and easily moved anyway I think your idea works very well indeed. Even if the cork eventually chips away, so what? Super easy to replace.