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Texte wiki de la nouvelle page, après la modification (new_wikitext) | '<br>Over the past two months I've been getting ready to do some maintenance on some of my stamping equipment and one thing I've noticed is that the tool I use to do this work, a rotary hammer, is not holding up as well as it once did. That rotary hammer is part of my line of heavy-duty stamping equipment; however, it is also a key component to my stamping press setup. I've run the hammers through a battery of tests and while there are no mechanical issues with the tool, it does not perform nearly as well as it used to. Here's what's going on with that rotary hammer.<br><br><br>Over the last couple of years, I've purchased several of the best brands of stamping jewelry presses. The reason I've done so is because they are built to last, perform better, and cost less than many of the inferior products on the market today. In particular, the brands I've selected have all had excellent reviews and nearly all of them have been awarded a "five star" rating by consumers. As a result, I am very happy to know that what I'm using to work on my handmade copper jewelry pieces is holding up for the long haul.<br><br><br>However, over the last couple of months I've noticed something troubling. Despite having the best materials available for my stamping jewelry presses, the finish on my aluminum tooling is starting to wear away at the edges. I am noticing that in addition to the normal wear and tear on the edges of my aluminum tooling, I'm now seeing the same signs of aging on my stainless steel stamping jewelry presses. The mild steel on my stainless steel tooling is getting worn down at an alarming rate.<br><br><br>What I believe is happening is that over time, the tiny abrasive rubbing pad brakes on the aluminum tooling wheels are wearing down due to the constant rubbing action applied to the wheels. Over time the friction caused by these small abrasive pads against the steel wheels of my stamping jewelry presses is wearing them down to the point where the finishes on the steel tools are starting to look unsightly and even rust. This is not a new problem; I have had problems with rust on some of my small metal stamps because of the fact that they were left in the saddle bag overnight. The rubbing action of saddle bags and metal stamps are two very aggressive cleaning methods that should never be allowed to remain on metals that they are meant to clean.<br><br><br>My best suggestion is to take your jewelry making presses and lock the wheels of your equipment. To learn more info on [https://www.Barkandsqueak.com/groups/construction-equipment-parts-features/ www.Barkandsqueak.com] take a look at our own website. I would also recommend that you invest in a small rubber mallet to prevent any damage to the stamping equipment. This is my best suggestion for preventing damage to these items. If you don't lock your wheels then there is always the possibility that the equipment can become jammed in the case of an accidental break or mis-hutup.<br><br><br>Cleaning your copper and sterling silver stamps is very important and should be done daily. A damp cloth is the best cleanser to use. Never ever use a scouring pad or any type of steel wool. I have found that a microfiber towel works the best as it has a soft bristle on it and will not scratch sensitive areas like the face of a sterling silver or copper plate. Keeping the above mentioned points in mind when you start off stamping with copper and sterling silver will insure that you can maintain the highest standards of your work.<br>' |
