A FANCY Lathe Tool Height Gauge || INHERITANCE MACHINING

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Күн бұрын

Being an engineer I have a knack for finding problems where they don’t exist, and coming up with over-designed solutions. Combine that with being a wanna-be toolmaker and things can get out of hand real fast. But in the case of this project I think I may have stumbled upon something actually useful! On a metal lathe there are a few tricks of the trade for setting the cutting tool heights. Like referencing a tailstock center, or the centerpoint of a faced piece of material. But these aren’t exactly precise methods. A common (and extremely simple) approach to this problem is to machine a reference bar whose length is the exact distance between the spindle centerline and the way surface. Then setting this on the ways near the cutting tool to set the height. While all of these work just fine as far as resulting in a good finish, I still see room for something a little more elegant. So in this video I’ll be putting together a lathe tool that I’m not sure exists. And maybe for good reason!
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0:00 You See, The Problem Is...
2:04 Where the Pencil Meets... the Paper
4:37 Grandfather Was Right
7:44 Boyle's Law
10:19 Lack of Foresight
12:07 Milling Mojo
13:27 If it Ain't Broke
14:49 Highly Eccentric
17:43 Slightly Less Eccentric
19:50 Does it Do the Thing?
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@matthewdebeer8453 Жыл бұрын

"What good is a machine shop if I can't make an over complicated version of a tool I don't really need?" I don't even have a machine shop, and I feel this

@H3rry118 Жыл бұрын

Time to make a machine shop, somehow

@matthewdebeer8453 Жыл бұрын

@@H3rry118 well I don't really need it, so I guess I had better get started on an over complicated one right away

@mooreevair Жыл бұрын

I feel this . but with a conventry die holder. I needed to thread 7 parts yesterday and damn if I didn't want to single point thread, or use the janky die holder, which I ended up using anyway after trying several other more complicated methods. I really want to make the die holder like Swap Lamp made on his channel, but..time..

@josephlovell6951 Жыл бұрын

@mooreevair I like the electronic lead screw project clough42. Now I can cut any threads and it takes out the guess work. And no changing gears

@mooreevair Жыл бұрын

@@josephlovell6951 I've watched some of what he did. I think I'll need to revisit it . cheers

@dscroop Жыл бұрын

Love your videos, but everytime I watch your drawing, as an ex-drafter (sadly only on CAD) , I can't help but thing you should create a 2nd channel dedicated to a complete ASMR style video of just your sketchs.

@matthasaname Жыл бұрын

I second this suggestion. Every shot is macro. Mic preamp turned way up. No narration. Mmmmmmmm.

@rhombo323 Жыл бұрын

@@matthasaname i can hear it now "Shhhhckk,,,, shhhhhckk,,,,shhck"

@ikbendusan Жыл бұрын

@@matthasaname thanks i hate it

@Bob_Adkins Жыл бұрын

I like a few seconds of drawing too, it brings back memories. But a whole channel dedicated to it? Naaaah.

@420people Жыл бұрын

Love me some quality drafting footage!

@giovannicintolo89 Жыл бұрын

You're not a wannabe toolmaker, you've got it. I've been a machinist all my life, was a manufacturing engineer for a few years, and a machine shop teacher for a few as well. I'm really blown away with your talent. The pin or rod through a hole on top of the vice trick can be a life saver. Use it with two holes and two pins and you can get very accurately milled angles, although you may have to skim the top of your vise jaws for the 2 pin route. I have seen a couple of shop made tool height setters out in industry. Typically just an L shaped block that is non adjustable. The Tsugami swiss types screw machines I programmed and ran for a few years came with an adjustable magnetic one, but these were used for the tool stick-out length, not setting the center height. None were as beautiful or functional as this.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

That really means a lot! Thank you! I hope my ideas end up helping or inspiring others to tackle problems of their own. Also yes that 2 pin method you mention is great! Though I never considered checking/skimming the top face of my jaws. Fortunately they weren't critical parts!

@RobertBrown-lf8yq Жыл бұрын

I’ll second the ‘inspirational’ comment. I note that your finished products closely match your ‘old school’ drawings… in quality as well as ‘to dimension’. I’m in my late 70’s…. and you are definitely inspiring me to ‘up my (old) game 🤣🤬 Regards Robert

@robbiecarter5640 Жыл бұрын

20yrs of machining and I have never seen a setup like that! I am beyond impressed. Hope you don't mind...but I think I will make one for myself from your design. Love your videos! Keep them coming!

@DanielMartinez-xy5mk Жыл бұрын

Talented!!!! I've Been Fabricating For Most Of My Life And Now That My Body Is Hurting To Much That I Have Decided To Try My Skills In The Machine Room , Been Exciting Times But After Seeing This Display Of Pure Knowledge Is Making Me Eager To Get Back To Work And It's Saturday , lol , I Hope You Don't Mind But I'm Going To Attempt To Make Something Like This Guage , If Not I'll Buy One , lol

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

@@robbiecarter5640 Be my guest! Thank you

@Boltboy-kh7yw Жыл бұрын

You are the type of machinist that i aspire to be. The ability to not only design but perfectly manufacture anything that you want is inspiring and extremely impressive to me. One day i want to have my own machines and be able to tackle your projects myself

@Eric-vq9nq Жыл бұрын

Depending on your location there may be a Makerspace nearby that could let you get started right away.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

You very kind! Thank you. I hope you get there one day, man!

@PenumbralFigure Жыл бұрын

I really like that term, "magnetically transparent." Your cinematography and machine work is gorgeous as always!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I felt pretty clever with that one 😁 Thanks!

@Rickd-jh7iw Жыл бұрын

As a trained Draftsman that learned on a board, it's really nice to see someone doing a really nice hand drawn drawing. The invention of CAD made life a lot easier, but it lost the romance. Drafting standards suffered too as speed became more important than details. With laser cutting and CNC programming direct from the CAD model, some drawings we issue now just have a couple of views with overall dimensions and a note stating "See CAD model for detail dimensions".

@lilylodon Жыл бұрын

The most relaxing 22 minutes of the week, thank you.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thank you as well!

@sophakpeth4346 Жыл бұрын

Am I the only one that’s more impressed with the drawing than the matching?

@DamienDarkside Жыл бұрын

It's also becoming more and more impressive the amount of custom tools you have in your videos. As you make more things, you use them in your projects so they end up on camera in practical use. Seeing your custom knurling tool in use made me remember that video and how many more you've made. Commenting before the inevitable "New Shop Size" or something similar video.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Making a tool that actually ends up being useful is probably as rewarding as making it in the first place. There may come a time where the only thing I use is hand made tools! Thanks, man

@Hiraeth90 Жыл бұрын

You sir are an artist! Thank you for keeping manual machining alive!!! Keep it up Brandon!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Can't let the computers have all the fun! 😂 Thanks!

@rocketprops3739 Жыл бұрын

FIRST! Awesome, meticulous work as always.

@dodojesusrex5380 Жыл бұрын

I´ve watched every single video you uploaded, ever since your first one. I was instantly hooked, since even back then you had this mesmerising, soothing and well thought out way of doing things. I´ve seen you fail, I´ve seen you succeed and I enjoyed every second of it. I´m a apprentice machinist and I love my job so much it´s more like a passion. And, It really makes my whole day every second friday, when I come home from making chips and get to see your next project. You´re a talent at making machining interesting and enjoyable to watch! Keep up this good work, Brandon!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I remember you username from the early days 😁 My hope with this channel was to bring my own take on the hobby I love so much. So it really means a lot, you saying that. Thanks for the support all along the way!

@aren3413 Жыл бұрын

An entire video without a side project or a visit to the box of shame.

@Lwimmermastermetalart Ай бұрын

Another amazingly well done project. I would imagine by the time you’re my age you will have a true machine shop museum . Great video as always young man 🤙🏻

@mcleodautomation Жыл бұрын

KZfaq is stunned. I can't believe it has never, until today, recommended this channel.

@haraldd.4910 Жыл бұрын

When something went terrible wrong in the workshop, your channel is there to relax and calm down. Thank you for beeing my therapist!

@starlitstreet Жыл бұрын

I'm genuinely amazed that you can produce such high quality videos at such a high frequency. With how good these videos are, I'd be fine waiting months.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

It does help that I'm able to do this full time. And that my wife is an amazing video editor 😁 But still, thank you!

@briansavage932 Жыл бұрын

Blessed are the Gods! Our boy has uploaded a new build!

@rbdesignsnh Жыл бұрын

this channel is probably one of the best things about Friday.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Daww, shucks 😊

@ianbrown5314 Жыл бұрын

Makes my Fridays better!!

@ot0m0t0 Жыл бұрын

Man Im so tired and this video will heal me right now. Thank you.

@michaelfmarcos Жыл бұрын

Where in the world have you been my man, I’ve been checking daily for videos in case KZfaq algo hasnt surfaced it. Hope all is well, looking forward to the next installment.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

All is well! Just had to skip a video after getting tied up with some home projects that took longer than expected. New video tomorrow 😁

@robertschauer376 Жыл бұрын

Because it was a "Nice to Have" vs "Have to Have" it makes it all the better!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

You know... I think you are right!

@ginge6365 Жыл бұрын

Great vid as usual! Your work both behind and infront of the Camera is top class! You deserve so much recognition.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

That is very nice of you to say. Thank you!

@RonCovell Жыл бұрын

Your machining projects are a joy to watch, with some of the most beautiful cinematography on KZfaq!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Ron!

@30bones 6 ай бұрын

Civil designer of 30 years and your drafting brings back a lot of memories. Super cool channel

@ebayollis 5 ай бұрын

"Let's get rocked" is a great one too

@user-jc6uy6hs8j 2 ай бұрын

As Usual, Your videos are a joy to watch

@Horus9339 Жыл бұрын

I'll say it again, beautiful. There is something almost surgically about the tools you make. The finish, the style/design, really impressive work. Thank you for sharing your time with us.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Absolutely my pleasure. And thank you for the nice comments as always!

@Nadeli0 6 ай бұрын

I love these videos, I know fuck all about machining, but it is super interesting to watch your videos! Hearing your voice is also really relaxing and the machining noises only add to it! Defintely one of my favorite channels ❤

@EngineeringCommonsLLC Жыл бұрын

Very nice, you should consider a custom flat dial indicator tip or attachment to help read the height at the tip of the insert. I've always found it difficult to line up the rounded tips like that. Beautiful build!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! Thank you 😁

@marley589 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, you have saved thousands of other comments stating the obvious. It's the part that actually touches the tool tip, which is readily available & was not used?

@colinhinze1115 Жыл бұрын

That eccentric flag machined really well. Great to see your manual skills improving in each and every video

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Colin! I wasn't sure how much trouble that was going to give me but I think my insert selection made a huge difference

@robertcrossley9803 Жыл бұрын

magical to watch from conception to end. Finally your thoughts on paper are found to work, that must be very satisfying. Nothing in the junk box even better. Thanks for the video

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

It's always the best when it actually works! Thanks, Robert!

@jtarver8256 Жыл бұрын

I'm a machinist and look forward to watching his videos every sat morning with my coffee. This guy is great!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😎 Thanks!

@steelshepherd6843 Жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Perfect blend of planning, drawing, machining, and finishing meshed together with flawless production and a little bit of story telling. I have been watching YT for a longtime since I moved away from traditional TV over a decade ago and this channel is a great example of why.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

That really means a lot! Thank you!

@seethedeo 8 ай бұрын

Truly my favorite channel on KZfaq. Found your videos because I tinker, but more just the basics of metalworking, ginding/sharpening, acid etching, stonewashing what have you. But, I always come back to this channel because it really showcases the journey of creating something, lucky breaks, box of shame, mistakes, calculated success, elbow grease. I come into every video like, "I've never seen this tool in my life, why is this necessary?", and leave every video like, "well, of course it's necessary, that's what it is, what else could do that?". Thanks for the relaxing and enlightening content IM, appreciate you!

@junior1138 Жыл бұрын

Your work seems to have something of an art deco flavour

@CraigsWorkshop Жыл бұрын

And... another fortnightly parcel of machining joy has been delivered to my screen 😁 Thank you Brandon. Really loving these videos.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

You bet, man! Thanks for the support as always!

@MrMorbitron Жыл бұрын

no entries into the box of shame. our boy is getting better 👏

@jordanlake9151 Жыл бұрын

You content scratches my brain in the best way possible.

@greggminkoff6733 Жыл бұрын

All I can say is: Another PERFECT project completed ! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁

@ChrisS-pr6hj Жыл бұрын

The fact that you reply to nearly every single comment, even a few days after publication, is astonishing to me and certainly is a wonderful show to your character. Mad respect. And as always, great machine work!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I certainly try my best when I can. Thanks for the support, man!

@sachie123 Жыл бұрын

Mesmerising...don't know what I like the machining,design,drawing,video or the narration......🤩🤩🤩

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bradleyhowes848 5 ай бұрын

After stumbling across your channel, I decided to (deliberately) throw myself down the rabbit hole. My approach to learning is to do projects. I’m rewatching this video now and I’m struck by your line about this not being something that’s strictly needed. I’ve seen though many times how such tools are often some of the best made!

@garyparkerson9527 Жыл бұрын

Having now watched all of your videos, first randomly, then again in chronological order, I have an observation: You could anticipate every conceivable eventuality, no matter how seemingly trivial, execute the part, step by tediously planned step, then report that, as always, there were no surprises. Or, you can do what you do, which makes for a far more engaging human tale. Throw in your compelling intergenerational backstory, and … well, thank you for every blissful minute.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I could even manage to think through everything in that level of detail I would probably only be able to make a video once every 6 months haha! I guess that means messing up is sometimes faster than planning all the way through 😉 Thanks

@Barty.Crowell Жыл бұрын

Found the channel in the last couple days and have watched almost every video since. The level of quality of the videos, prints, and parts are beyond impressive. I'm missing machining more and more with every video.

@harmlesscreationsofthegree1248 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous chips from that eccentric part 😍 and a beautifully finished and functional tool, fantastic!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😁Thanks!

@patrik978 Жыл бұрын

So good. My favourite crafting channel

@wolfiemuse Жыл бұрын

Ooooooooh. This is a great idea. I’ve never used one of these.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😎 I recommend one!

@savage_x89 Жыл бұрын

No side projects or box of shame this time. Well done! Great project and great video 👍

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I get by every once in a while 😁 Thanks!

@roburner8762 Жыл бұрын

Nice job and no visits to the Box of Shame!

@Locane256 Жыл бұрын

All that and not a single Side Project! Great job!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

To be fair I skipped a very obvious and necessary one 😂 Thanks!

@user-dn9ve6es8c 7 ай бұрын

I have been watching your informative videos, long enough to appreciate your brand of humor. I particularly liked this offering; as like so many others setting the tool height is a bit of a pain; not so much now that I moved from the that damnable 'lantern' to a proper QCTP.

@cooperised Жыл бұрын

14:26 Ah, the old "chemical press fit". Who among us hasn't been there. 😅

@BruceBoschek Жыл бұрын

Shop-built tools are the sign of a true craftsman. Beautiful work, as always. Thanks for sharing this.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bruce!

@robb1267 Жыл бұрын

"The general theme of this project is making something I don't strictly need, so I'm going to spice it up a bit" is one of the greatest sentences ever. And it's why we're here! I'm less than 3 minutes in and already I'm having fun. I hope there are side projects...

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😂 I have my moments. Thanks, man!

@willpeterson1177 Жыл бұрын

Amazing quality and attention to detail!!!

@ibaimandaluniz2668 Жыл бұрын

Perfect! Is hypnotic and Zen.

@stevesteve6506 Жыл бұрын

I initially thought, silly machinist, they already make inexpensive height gauges that work well. But then watched what you made, WAY BETTER and cooler!! Can’t wait to try to make one and curse my way through the process. 😅

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😂 I call dibs on the swear jar! Thanks

@BigPoppaCreech Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic. Good show

@bryanwanek46 4 ай бұрын

Love your builds! Thanks for sharing. Going to attempt this one at some point. Having your tools at precisely the right height makes such a difference in performance.

@nathanielkhoom6043 Жыл бұрын

I could watch your work for hours. Beautiful machining.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Username_5536 Жыл бұрын

honestly, your channel gave me all the motivation to give all my efforts in my machining classes to make the best pieces, I wasn't all that motivated for personal reasons, but watching your videos made reignite that passion for making the best job for the satisfaction of knowing you made something really good, it's only a shame I discovered your channel at the end of the classes, but still, it quickly became one of my favorites and made me discover a new favorite hobby

@denachtegaal2007 Жыл бұрын

And again a delightful video. Thank you so much. I have a one year old here and with all the stresses of life, your videos always manage to calm me down completely. Keep going!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Glad I could bring a little bit of respite your way. Thanks, man!

@michael-james1970 Жыл бұрын

Who else gives a thumbs up before watching the video ?

@StarfallSabersForever Жыл бұрын

*That's what she said* Great video! Not one Box of Shame trip. Impressive!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😂 Thanks!

@janmuller4343 Жыл бұрын

always nice to see a new video from you

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

😊

@aniciorossitorella7794 Жыл бұрын

really awesome. Thank you for your gifts to us.

@dibbuk5730 Жыл бұрын

It is awesome how you are able to carry an idea from an initial concept to a finished tool. You make it look easy.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

A 20 minute video certainly doesn't do it justice. But hours of my scratching my head also isn't very entertaining! 😂 But in all seriousness, thank you

@ShinnahWilde Жыл бұрын

This channel is my therapy.

@joelawton123 Жыл бұрын

I love to see previous builds in use :)

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

I make them for a reason 😁

@MisFakapek Жыл бұрын

Good video - need more of them and more often!

@manasnain6695 Жыл бұрын

They just keep getting better.

@steveforbes7718 4 ай бұрын

That was beyond impressive! Now I want to make one!

@alekskanev3576 Жыл бұрын

Very nice project ! Keep up the great work !

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@HexenzirkelZuluhed Жыл бұрын

These are the very best of projects. Looking really good!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tincansailor9437 Жыл бұрын

No offerings to the Box of Shame - bravo!!

@rodblundell3338 10 ай бұрын

Like you said, I didn't know I needed it until I needed it ! Just started to make my own. 😁👍👍

@davemciver6577 Жыл бұрын

As always your work is top class Brandon. Really look forward to new content and loved your journey so far.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dave!

@zeanyt2372 Жыл бұрын

You know it's good content when you want to rewatch it like TV shows. I think that's really all I can say.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

That means a lot actually. Thanks!

@jodyvanliew2514 8 ай бұрын

Great job . I really like all the thought that went into this and the solid functionality . Keeping tools on center in a lathe is critical .

@mauserkk98 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully simple but elegant work.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@brandonclifton2027 6 ай бұрын

Anyone else here to wind down before bed? My six year old daughter and I are!

@RedDogForge 9 ай бұрын

that opening music. hits sweet. every single time.

@InheritanceMachining 9 ай бұрын

😁

@wrongtown Жыл бұрын

That's a great piece, and nothing added to the box of shame! 🎉

@mr.picklesworth Жыл бұрын

This is a great idea. I'm going to have to add this to my list of things to make one day.

@NeMoC53 Жыл бұрын

Such a great design. Well done Brandon. 👍😎

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, NeMo!

@Neecola88 Жыл бұрын

AMAZING! Pure bliss!

@Rubbernecker Жыл бұрын

Well done! That tool is beautiful!!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@joewhitney4097 Жыл бұрын

That tool turned out really nice and I think you will use it a lot. Thanks for sharing.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joe! And I hope you are right. At least I've already used it more than some of my other builds 😂

@ec5838 Жыл бұрын

Very cool idea man, and great craftsmanship!

@CreepyChappy 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful work

@winstonchurchill9985 Жыл бұрын

Yessss, the best way to start my weekend - a lot of love for another beautiful video, you've taken the fast-track to being my favourite channel!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Thanks, man

@SharkyMoto Жыл бұрын

your channel has grown to be one of my favourites, thanks for sharing your journey

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks for following along 😊

@ccbproductsmulti-bendaustr3200 9 ай бұрын

Great build 👌 Cheers Chris

@mikepelelo5657 Жыл бұрын

It looks good. Nice to have sharp looking handmade tools. Thanks for the video!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mike!

@davidchanget2563 Жыл бұрын

As always, you never cease to impress. Look forward to your content weekly. Your love of machining is very evident in the craftsmanship you achieve.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks, David!

@jsteifel Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea for a height gauge. And not overly complicated. Well done.

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Arthur-ue5vz Жыл бұрын

Clever! Yeah, I caught the trapped air early on :) Overall, nice job! Thanks for sharing!

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Similar past experience yourself? haha Thanks!

@Arthur-ue5vz Жыл бұрын

@@InheritanceMachining 😀

@ZacKoch Жыл бұрын

The solutions you come up with to solve problems are amazing. Nice work

@InheritanceMachining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!