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Mike H
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Torch Questions
2013-12-18, 9:48am
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Flame
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6,179
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Mike H
John, I think that Malcolm is on point ( as he...
John, I think that Malcolm is on point ( as he usually is when it comes to glass equipment )
about running on a tank. If your mix is correct a tank will produce the best flame but, if you can...
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Torch Questions
2013-12-14, 5:51pm
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4
Fittings needed for extending hoses from footpedal?
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Mike H
John, take your setup down to your local welding...
John, take your setup down to your local welding supply ( its right off the freeway by you )
and see if they can make you up the lengths you want. I've been to that supplier and they are pretty cool...
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Boro Room
2013-10-28, 8:50pm
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marble swap
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4,057
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Mike H
Generator.
Generator.
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Studio
2013-09-27, 3:56pm
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Homemade Torch, Kiln ,Controller and .....
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45,213
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Mike H
This is where I got the torch info, it appears...
This is where I got the torch info, it appears that he does not have that info available anymore. http://mayneislandglass.com/instructionalvideos.html
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Studio
2013-09-09, 8:03pm
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Homemade Torch, Kiln ,Controller and .....
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45,213
Posted By
Mike H
I sealed them at the beginning with solder
I sealed them at the beginning with solder
Forum:
Customer Service Kiosk
2013-09-03, 8:13am
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large rods of soft glass clear
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16,018
Posted By
Mike H
Even Schott will oxidize a little so some peeling...
Even Schott will oxidize a little so some peeling will still be needed for the best end result but, Schott is imho the best soft glass available to use for projects that require the most clarity.
Forum:
Torch Questions
2013-06-22, 5:03pm
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8M sm21 running hot on oxycons?
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2,737
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Mike H
I have the same torch and tip and yes it does get...
I have the same torch and tip and yes it does get a bit warm. I would definitely use a second concentrator as I use two for mine and it works pretty good.
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-06-06, 3:14pm
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What kind of crack is this?
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2,470
Posted By
Mike H
Yep, the heat on squished beads leaves the area...
Yep, the heat on squished beads leaves the area around the mandrel quickly because the mandrel acts like a heatsink . Before going into the kiln that area should have a good soak of heat so this...
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Website help and critique
2013-04-23, 8:48am
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Wordpress or godaddy wordpress
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Mike H
I have not got my domain name yet but, I am just...
I have not got my domain name yet but, I am just trying to see what will work the best and what others have had good luck with.
Thanks
Forum:
Website help and critique
2013-04-22, 5:06pm
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Wordpress or godaddy wordpress
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16,278
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Mike H
Wordpress or godaddy wordpress
Is this the same thing? When I was looking for just wordpress, godaddy wordpress came up and I am wondering which is best or are they the same thing??? I'm a total newb at this...ie: need help!
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-02-08, 9:45am
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Anyone using an iridizing spray?
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15,371
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Mike H
Sorry , I guess I remembered incorrectly...
Sorry , I guess I remembered incorrectly...
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-02-03, 10:41am
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42
Anyone using an iridizing spray?
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15,371
Posted By
Mike H
I have used this stuff on my blown pieces when I...
I have used this stuff on my blown pieces when I used to work out of a shop in Benicia Ca.
It was a mixture of tin chloride, muriatic acid and denatured alcohol, nasty stuff!
We used it inside of a...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-02-03, 10:37am
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Anyone using an iridizing spray?
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15,371
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Mike H
She had some of her beads iridized after she had...
She had some of her beads iridized after she had annealed them.
She sent them to someone who brought them back up to temp and then sprayed them. She did not do them IIRC.
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Customer Service Kiosk
2013-01-27, 10:18am
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3
Anyone Sell Reichenbach 96 & 104 By The Rod???
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2,575
Posted By
Mike H
C&R Loo in Richmond California has a good...
C&R Loo in Richmond California has a good selection, and they have a sale of 20% off right now!
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-01-27, 10:16am
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Don't Laugh, I Really Want to Know ...
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3,862
Posted By
Mike H
I would suggest that you should go to a local...
I would suggest that you should go to a local metal supply or recycler and buy a 16" long piece of heavy wall 1/4" stainless tube and get some experience before you buy a Carlo Dona tool. You will...
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Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2013-01-22, 9:42am
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Best high end tools
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3,775
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Mike H
Carlo Dona.
Carlo Dona.
Forum:
Torch Questions
2012-12-27, 7:06pm
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4
National m-8 Question
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2,126
Posted By
Mike H
Hey Bob, I use a National 8M and have all...
Hey Bob,
I use a National 8M and have all the tips but, I only use the surface mix tips for soft glass because as Shawnette wrote the premix tips will burn the color out of soft glass.
The sm-7...
Forum:
Torch Questions
2012-12-19, 4:53pm
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7
Cleaning the Carlisle Wildcat
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2,711
Posted By
Mike H
You can use copper wire from a stranded insulated...
You can use copper wire from a stranded insulated cable that you can buy at any hardware store and use a small brass brush. Both or these metals are softer than the metals used in your torch. Clean...
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2012-11-15, 6:08pm
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162
christmas balls??
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48,196
Posted By
Mike H
Thanks! The clear looking spots are light blue #3...
Thanks! The clear looking spots are light blue #3 sized frit
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2012-11-15, 9:34am
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162
christmas balls??
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48,196
Posted By
Mike H
Whatever kind of color you put on or inside you...
Whatever kind of color you put on or inside you must make sure it is even or it won't blow out even. Even heat and even thickness will result in a nice round shape.
I have made them on a torch...
Forum:
Safety
2012-09-20, 8:15pm
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7
Mini CC hook up question
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3,265
Posted By
Mike H
You may want to add a little oxygen to your...
You may want to add a little oxygen to your mixture as extra fuel can add heat.
Do you notice a reduction flame?
Forum:
Studio
2012-09-20, 8:10pm
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9
New custom made rod warmer
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4,468
Posted By
Mike H
That is some very nice work, and made in the good...
That is some very nice work, and made in the good old USA !!!!!
Forum:
Tips, Techniques, and Questions
2012-09-13, 2:45pm
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27
A different way to blow hollow beads
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8,537
Posted By
Mike H
You could make your own volcano out of some...
You could make your own volcano out of some carved out 2800F firebrick cemented together with a hole for the torch/burner and put it on your bench under your exhaust fan. Probably take a half hour to...
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Classes, Retreats, Get togethers, Etc.
2012-09-11, 8:20am
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16
Where to study long term furnace?
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5,755
Posted By
Mike H
I was just up in Portland with my Wife and we...
I was just up in Portland with my Wife and we visited Elements. Nice big shop and really Cool people. We walked in as they were starting a really large piece which I assisted on as soon as they found...
Forum:
Safety
2012-09-08, 10:18am
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17
Natural Gas line
Views:
9,727
Posted By
Mike H
You can buy a flexible hose setup (for Natural...
You can buy a flexible hose setup (for Natural Gas) that is made for connecting a bbq at your local hardware store that has all of the correct fittings which include a quick connect and a safety...
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