Making that Bullet Collator

[bigmike111]

Amazing work Tyler.
I've been scouring the forum tying to determine pin dimensions and placement.
So far the only mention I've found was on page 55 mentioning a 5/32" diameter pin.

I drilled a 1/8" hole and used a 1/8"x1" roll pin, it seems to work well.

[thump_rrr]

I drilled a 1/8" hole and used a 1/8"x1" roll pin, it seems to work well.

How far from the end of the shaft?

[thump_rrr]

Awesome!!! Love the clutch. I see your comment...no Hex version. "Yet." I assume you are planning on making one for us Hex guys? I don't have any shafts drilled/pinned. Something like this?

Attachment 276366

What dimension is that hex?
This is evolving faster than I can print LOL

[kc10kevin]

What dimension is that hex?
This is evolving faster than I can print LOL

12.4mm. I just threw it together as a possible example. Nothing even printed or tested. It's for this hex adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07V55PGQZ/

[kc10kevin]

I drilled a 1/8" hole and used a 1/8"x1" roll pin, it seems to work well.

Sorry for the ignorance. I've read every single post in this thread plus searched Google. Apologize for the stupid question, but if I decide to drill out my shafts, where do you get the roll pins from? Thanks in advance!

[thump_rrr]

Sorry for the ignorance. I've read every single post in this thread plus searched Google. Apologize for the stupid question, but if I decide to drill out my shafts, where do you get the roll pins from? Thanks in advance!

https://www.homedepot.com/p/1-8-in-x...9318/204225883

[thump_rrr]

12.4mm. I just threw it together as a possible example. Nothing even printed or tested. It's for this hex adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07V55PGQZ/

Would you mind posting up the STL file?
If it can save me the trouble of pinning my shaft I don't mind being the guinea pig.

[kc10kevin]

https://www.homedepot.com/p/1-8-in-x...9318/204225883

Thanks so much!

[o416]

Thanks guys. I just posted the files. There are two versions, one with a 10mm shaft diameter and one with an 8.5mm shaft.
I also posted a new version of the generator to create the plate. It has a new parameter:

// SHAFT SLIP CLUTCH
useClutch = true; // Allows use of a slip clutch

Also, the collator plate needs to be printed with supports to handle the bottom side of the clutch rotor.

You can use two #6 x 1/2" or 3mm screws, and a couple of lock nuts. If you are using it on a really thick plate (anything over 15 mm or so), there is also a cover to cover the center hole. Give it a try and let me know what you think. Oh and sorry hex guys but there is no hex version yet.

Looks amazing man! I will update the manual. Also, I would appreciate a hex version for the clutch lol I am too scared to drill the shaft on my motor :/

[bigmike111]

How far from the end of the shaft?

I can look tomorrow but I think it’s roughly 3/16” - 1/4” from the end.

[bigmike111]

Looks amazing man! I will update the manual. Also, I would appreciate a hex version for the clutch lol I am too scared to drill the shaft on my motor :/

If you have access to a lunch and a drill press it’s not bad. I used a pair of vice grips to hold it to the platform and it took 5 seconds to go through.

[djinnpb]

I can look tomorrow but I think it’s roughly 3/16” - 1/4” from the end.

I'm using Dayton motors. I did both of mine 4mm from the end and 4mm centered. I cheated though and put it in a mill to drill then same as bigmike111 1/8" x 1" pin.

[Anuccite]

Are you using pin thru shaft or hex mount?

I'm Using the Hex.... with the Gearestain motor

[Anuccite]

How is that motor working out for you? I am considering trying that motor because the Mcmaster/Grainger motors are a little excessive for this application.

I like that motor.... The Price was right, And even though the documentation says it might cause mounting issues, I've not had any

[Anuccite]

Thanks guys. I just posted the files. There are two versions, one with a 10mm shaft diameter and one with an 8.5mm shaft.
I also posted a new version of the generator to create the plate. It has a new parameter:

// SHAFT SLIP CLUTCH
useClutch = true; // Allows use of a slip clutch

Also, the collator plate needs to be printed with supports to handle the bottom side of the clutch rotor.

You can use two #6 x 1/2" or 3mm screws, and a couple of lock nuts. If you are using it on a really thick plate (anything over 15 mm or so), there is also a cover to cover the center hole. Give it a try and let me know what you think. Oh and sorry hex guys but there is no hex version yet.

Patiently awating the hex version! In the mean time I will print another Base! With My New Dillon Blue

[Anuccite]

This is almost an exact match to the dillon blue, prints well and is very strong. And it's actually in stock at the moment.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

What temp are you running that at? I am printing a temp tower now... and It HATES 200 so far!

[thump_rrr]

How does this look for placement?
It’s 3/16” from the top of the Dayton motor.
That will leave 1/8” from the top of the pin.

[bigmike111]

I like that motor.... The Price was right, And even though the documentation says it might cause mounting issues, I've not had any

I think the only issue I’d have is with pinning the shaft, it appears it’s much shorter than the Dayton I’m using.

[Anuccite]

I think the only issue I’d have is with pinning the shaft, it appears it’s much shorter than the Dayton I’m using.

It is, I went the hex coupler method.... and and now with the clutch plates... This should work out nicely

[TylerR]

Printing up a hex version now of the clutch and assuming it looks good I will post it.