Pounamu is Poisenous!

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Күн бұрын

Did you know that carving jade can be dangerous? In this video, we take a look at the potential hazards of jade dust and the importance of safety precautions for carvers. Learn about the health risks associated with inhaling jade dust, why water is crucial during the carving process, and how to properly protect yourself while working with this beautiful stone.
campbellcarving.co.nz
0:00 Intro
0:03 What is Jade Dust?
0:13 The Dangers of Jade Dust
0:37 Why Water is Important
1:04 My Water System
1:36 The Importance of Cooling
1:57 Why I Cut Multiple Slices
2:37 Safety Precautions

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@oldwaysrisingfarm Ай бұрын

Just one thing to add, the soft fibers you were touching literally are a form of asbestos, there are 6 minerals that form true asbestos, and as you mentioned jade is one of them! Soapstone, jade, serpentine and asbestos are all forms of serpentinised ultramafic magma, all are extremely similar chemically and usually form in deposits with more than one member being laid down in close proximity. The differences in hardness and physical properties have far more to do with crystallization pattern than any real chemical distinctions. Nice video, thank you!

@CampbellCarving Ай бұрын

Thanks for the extra info always good to learn.

@darlene7461 Ай бұрын

That was interesting to see how your equipment is set up. I think we all have our fill of sludge of all sorts. I really wished I had a vertical flat lap. I think I can build one easy. Just trying to plan it.

@CampbellCarving Ай бұрын

Good luck i hope you work it out.

@darlene7461 24 күн бұрын

Is there a block of sponges ( blue and yellow) to reduce the water spray on Trim saw? I really like how the water tray goes under everything. I think you said that you built your vertical flat lap. Did you have any plans for that? I have been looking everywhere for one. I’m sure someone makes vertical flat laps.

@CampbellCarving 23 күн бұрын

The top block is closed cell foam I had lying around to catch the water. The flat lap was built on a modified bench grinder, no plans. I pulled it apart to get the shaft out and got it machined to size, they made a backing plate and threaded it etc. It could work without modification if the shaft is the right size. It did cost a bit. I made a video about pulling the grinder apart, it was an interesting exercise.

@mammiv 24 күн бұрын

I have a question for you and any others who wish to comment. I want to buy a respirator for jade carving and rock grinding and carving. Do you recommend a "particulate" filter? an "asbestos" filter? Thank you

@CampbellCarving 23 күн бұрын

Yes, absolutely. I personally have only used a cloth mask. I rely heavily on using water to keep the dust down though. Sorry I don't have any better recomendations.