Machinery’s Handbook, Pocket Companion – Product of the month

October 22, 2018 / Spencer Gould

Think of this as the cliff notes for the official Machinery Handbook, at only .900″ thick this one is not a door stop.

Machinery’s Handbook Pocket Companion is designed for anyone in the machine trades for whom convenient access to just the most basic data is at a premium. Extremely concise yet authoritative, this invaluable tool draws on the wealth of tables, charts, and text in the Machinery’s Handbook, 30th Edition. Much of the subject matter is reorganized, distilled, or simplified to enhance this book’s usability and to keep its bulk down. Both practitioners and students will find the Pocket Companion to be a convenient ready-reference to keep nearby while working on the shop or factory floor or learning the fundamentals in the school lab. While it serves as a complementary text, this book does not replace the Handbook.

Runcam FPV camera – product of the month

August 8, 2018 / Spencer Gould

If your looking for a cost effective onboard FPV HD recording solution the Runcam unit could be the right fit for you, a fraction of the cost of a GoPro with 1080P resolution. Bright Orange color makes it easy to find in the event of a crash.

I’ve been flying a Mobius action cam for years and I would consider the Runcam the technical successor to the mobius.

High Definition 1080p@60fps 720p@120fps
Low Latency 60ms under 1080p 40ms under 720p
Built-in Wi-Fi iOS App Android App
USB Power Port 5-17V 2-4S batteries
FPV Camera Removable lens hood Multifunctional bracket RF shielding

Extra Battery

The battery is also removable and you can get spares for longer recordings for epic FPV adventures.

SanDisk Micro SD card & adapter

To see the older generation Mobius action cam at work:

HTRC Dual battery charger “C240” – (product of the month)

July 20, 2018July 20, 2018 / Spencer Gould

A real good charger option for quad racers and FPV.

Charge your flight pack & and FPV goggles at the same time with one charger.

Plugs into a wall outlet or a 12V DC source.

HTRC C240 DUO AC 150W /DC 240W Dual Channel 10A RC Balance Charger discharger for LiPo LiHV LiFe Lilon NiCd NiMh Pb battery

C240 is a new design dual balance charger by HTRC,which can charge two different kinds of batteries simultaneously.Multi-function,high power,Utilizing 2×16 LED display,built-in cooling fan,DC 11-18V or AC 100-240V dual power.Designed for charging LiPo LiFe Lilon LiHV NiCd NiMh Pb Smart Batteries.

It can support power distribution in AC mode, total power 150W (CH1+CH2=150Watt), and in DC mode, works in 2 * 120W.Max charge current can reach 10A each port in both AC and DC mode.

Features:
*Full plastic shell, safe, compact, beautiful.
*Twin-channel,charge two different kinds of batteries simultaneously.
*high power,single port max 120W.support power distribution.
*Practical for variety of batteries.LiPo LiFe Lilon NiCd NiMh Pb,and high power battery LiHV.
*Automatic identification of Li-Po batteries cells counts
*Adjustable digital DC Power.
*Built in smart cooling fan for easy heat dissipation.
*Built-In PFC AC adapter high efficiency. with power switch.
*Multiple charging modes.
-Lipo/Lilo/LiFe/LiHv: balance charge, charge, fast charge,storage, discharge.
-NiMH/NiCd: Charge, Discharge, Cycle.
-PB: Charge,Discharge.
*Multi-extra function:
-Battery Meter:Display lithium battery cell counts, total voltage, battery capacity percentage,each cell’s voltage. (does not support 1s battery)
-TVC(Terminal voltage control):The Charger allows user to set the charge/discharge end voltage.
-Lithium Battery internal Resistance Check: can display each cell’s resistance.(does not support 1s battery)
-Balancer: individual-cell-voltage balancing,cell voltage Monitoring
-Smart battery:Smart battery I,II,III,(Need optional DJI Charging cable)
*Data storage and loading
*Re-peak and cycling of NiMH/NiCD battery.
*Maximum Safety:Automatic charge current limit,Delta-peak sensitivity, capacity limit, processing time limit,temperature threshold.
*Firmware update.

Specification:
Model No:HT-0098
Input: AC 100-240V / DC 11-18V
Charge power: AC mode 150W (CH1+CH2=150Watt),DC mode 120W*2 =240W
Discharge power:Max 10W*2
Charge current range:0.1-10A *2
Discharge current range:0.1-2A*2
Lilon/LiPo/LiFe/LiHV cell count :1-6cells*2
NiCd/NiMH battery cell count:1-15cells*2
PB Battery voltage:2-20V*2
Smart battery:I/II/III*2
Current drain for balancing: 500mA/cell
Net Weight:0.48kg
Dimension:145*105*64mm
Gross weight:0.9kg
Package size:215*155*75mm

Package list:
1x C240 charger
2x Charge cable banana plug to T-Plug
2x Extension charge cable T-Plug to XT60
2x balance board with pin cord
1x AC Cord (US EU UK AU optional)
1x DC Cord
1x User’s Manual

3M Worktunes AM/FM & headphone jack (product of the month)

June 18, 2018June 18, 2018 / Spencer Gould

I’ve been using my 3M Worktunes headphones AM/FM radio & headphone jack for over a month at work around some loud equipment.

I know some people use ear buds under there normal headphones however the 3M product line is a good turn key solution. They offer a bunch of different versions however I liked the combo of AM / FM radio with a conventional headphone jack and 2 AA batteries. Other combos include AM / FM with blue tooth and blue tooth only versions.

The frequency, AM/FM and channel pre sets all have audio feedback from a computerized voice. It’s a nice feature so you don’t have to take them off just to change the channel.

https://radio-locator.com/cgi-bin/locate is a free web site where you can find close by FM & AM radio stations near you. This can help speed up the process when setting up your presets.

3M Worktunes AM / FM radio with a headphone jack

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 24 dB
Great AM/FM radio performance and bass boost option for enhanced listening experience
Voice Assist Technology provides operational and set-up guidance–without having to take off the headset
Voice Assist Technology helps you program up to 50 AM/FM radio stations and lets you know when your battery is running low
Auto-scanning helps you quickly find and save your favorite stations

3M Worktunes AM / FM radio with bluetooth

Safe Volume control technology allows for increased Volume, yet corrects to maintain safe levels over an 8-hour work Day
Audio assist technology provides setup and operational guidance without having to Remove the headset
Am/FM digital Radio with enhanced Radio performance for clearer sound quality; saves up to 50 stations
Requires two 1.5 AA batteries (not included).

3M Worktunes bluetooth only

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 24 dB
Bluetooth Technology lets you seamlessly stream entertainment from your mobile phone and any other Bluetooth enabled device
High-fidelity speakers provide premium sound quality.Compatible with non-Bluetooth devices via 3.5m audio cable
Integrated microphone lets you make and take phone calls without removing the ear protection
Cord and antenna-free design lets you move easily on the job

Welding shirt- hourly rate (Product of the month)

May 3, 2018June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

I can sure relate to this one. Its a great find as a gift if you know someone in the industry.

Don’t forget to check out the welding section of the web site for many more welding goodies (TIG machines, helmets, gas lens kits and more):

https://gouldaero.com/weld/

Tacklife – SC L01 laser level (Product of the month)

April 3, 2018June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

Laser level projectors can be a valuable tool on aircraft and car builds.

This unit from Tacklife is truly impressive, it runs on common AA batteries and can be tri pod mounted via a standard 1/4″-20 thread.

Here i am using a laser projector to align (left to right) my tail wheel spring socket for bonding.

Rocketeer 27 x 40 Movie poster (Art Deco Version) (Product of the month)

March 4, 2018June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

One of my favorite Aviation movies was the Rocketeer, it’s a well done & original comic book movie, 2 decades before Marvel & DC flooded the market with big budget movies.

This is a picture of my poster going out to the shop, I find it inspirational & the date reminds me of simpler times.

I got the frame from Michaels Crafts but it can also be purchased from Amazon

The original movie poster was an Art Deco styled version and has become quite collectable. To help the movie get better traction they came up with a 2nd version that featured the main actors including the main box office draw Timothy Dalton, who was the current 007 before he was replaced in 1995’s Golden Eye.

#9 Flex head TIG torch & Gas Lens Kit (Product of the month)

January 31, 2018June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

A great torch for thin wall 4130 work

Many options & combinations with this gas lens kit.

The long ceramic cups allow easy access to tight spots like this flight control weldment. The slender profile of this cup allows good visibility on the weld and access for the filler rod.

Weller 40 Watt Soldering Station (Product of the month)

January 2, 2018June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

My go to Soldering Iron station, with its 110V plug on the side you can plug in other brand / specialty soldering irons and still control power, give it a place to rest & clean off the tip.

The Weller WLC100 Soldering Station includes everything you need to start using solder to join metals and create efficient, electrical connections. Designed with the hobbyist and the do-it-yourself enthusiast in mind, this kit features a high-quality, lightweight pencil iron with variable power control, a cushioned foam grip with a replaceable heating element, and a safety guard iron holder. And it’s from Weller, the world leader in soldering since 1945.

Durable, Easy-to-Control Pencil Iron
At the heart of the WLC100 Soldering Station is a high-quality lightweight pencil iron with an ST3 iron-plated copper tip. To ensure that you can work comfortably for long stretches of time, the iron has a cushioned foam grip that sits comfortably in your hand as you work. It has a replaceable heating element, so you can continue using the same iron for a long time to come.

Easy-to-Adjust Variable Power Controls
Unlike many basic soldering kits, which can be difficult to adjust, the WLC100 features a variable power control that lets you adjust the power level from five to 40 watts with a simple turn of the knob on the base unit. This lets you choose the precise setting for each unique job that you tackle. The base also includes a “power-on” indicator light and on/off switch to help keep you from leaving a hot iron on accidentally.

The workstation also provides a built-in iron stand to keep your workspace organized and a natural sponge tip cleaning pad to keep your tip ready to go at all times.

High-Quality Accessories for Dependable Performance
The WLC100 includes an ST3 iron-plated 1/8-inch screwdriver tip. Weller also offers a wide array of compatible ST series tips to perform a variety of applications (additional tips are sold separately).

All Weller tips are constructed of solid copper and plated with iron, as well as nickel and chromium to protect against corrosion and solder creep, helping to ensure that your tools perform reliably over time. Additionally, Weller tips are pre-tinned with tin/lead solder.

This WLC100 Soldering Station is UL-listed, which means it has been tested and meets independent safety standards. It is backed by a one year warranty against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship.

Evolution RAGE-B 7-1/4″ metal cutting saw (Product of the month)

December 2, 2017June 2, 2018 / Spencer Gould

Cut Steel & Aluminum like you would wood.

Ive been a big fan of evolution power tools for a while now and like their innovative approach to cutting metal with the familiarity and cost of wood cutting saws.

I bought this unit a few weeks ago and have been truly impressed with its performance

This is a UK brand saw and is offered in multiple voltage and frequency options to suit what ever country you are in.

Evolution RAGEB 7-1/4 in. Multi-purpose Circular Saw is capable of cutting steel, aluminum, wood with nails in and plastics with just one blade. When cutting steel, the RAGEB cuts cold, no coolant is required. Because the material is cold it can be handled and worked on immediately. A combination of a hi-torque motor and gearbox, heavy duty construction and ultra high grade TCT blade enables the RAGEB to cut materials which simply weren’t possible before. A blade can cut up to 165 ft. of 1/4 in. mild steel before a replacement is required. Includes Evolution’s 3 year warranty.