I’m thinking of the blue one, detent ball. There’s probably not even a spring in there, IDK WTF I’m talking about lol.
Nope, no spring is standard, but I know some guys add one to make it more clicky.
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Nope, no spring is standard, but I know some guys add one to make it more clicky.
Adding springs? Can you elaborate on this and the thinking behind it ect. I'm curious about it now
Nope, no spring is standard, but I know some guys add one to make it more clicky.
Sure - if you pop out that blue screw that holds in the detent ball, you can add a small spring on top then reinstall the screw. Gives it a little more pressure and more definitive 'clicks' when you spin the wheel.
Here's a video.
That's cool man, I haven't seen that but I've wondered about it . Thank you sir
The video in post 467…. What software is needed to run just the trickler?
I don’t reload enough to need a full blown system, but I reload enough to where a manual throw followed with auto trickle in would be awesome. If anyone can point me in a direction, I’d appreciate it.
I don’t reload enough to need a full blown system, but I reload enough to where a manual throw followed with auto trickle in would be awesome. If anyone can point me in a direction, I’d appreciate it.
Here’s the parts you’ll need for a FX120 scale if you don’t have a AutoTrickler already. You’ll need to order a Ingenuity trickler with a motor.
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/electronics
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/motor-cable
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/power-adapter
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/electronics
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/motor-cable
https://autotrickler.com/collections/autotrickler-parts/products/power-adapter
Or you can wait and get the new electronics from me in a few months if you can wait.
@Kfive73 I would recommend this route, if you can wait.
Here’s is the spring that is suppose to fit
@Ingenuity1 any plans to have a European distributor maybe? I know lots of guys who would certainly be quite interested in the trickler. Heck, after watching those videos I am inclined to sell my Super Trickler for this beast.
I have a question about the thrower. How is it adjusted? Mechanical adjustment? Electronic? Not looking for secrets, just curious. Everyone on this site has probably used powder throwers of the same basic design. This is a very interesting departure.
He says in some of the videos that it is electronically controlled. It opens for a specific amount of time and then shuts.
Yes basically controlling gravity flow with electronic valve
How is the new system powered? Does it have its own power brick to power the keypad/dump/trickler, or does it get power from the scale port?
It has its own power supply
Will it dump 250ish grain 50 BMG loads?
That dropper is slick.
Not having to listen to the AT whine on the dropper is amazing.
Not having to listen to the AT whine on the dropper is amazing.
Would you please sell this now?!
I was going to link the first H50BMG video you posted; however, I then thought perhaps he's wondering if the dropper will stay open long enough to drop >240gr of powder before the magic happens...given your first video dropped only ~127gr and change.
But that new video showing it dropping the motherlode leaves no doubt. Very nice, sir. I wish you all the success in the world on this one...well-deserved.
I need the dropper! I already have the trickler.
@Ingenuity1 do you know yet what you are planning to do for a cup and a way to keep it lined up in your system? Or are you going to leave that for each person to decide on individually?
I am planning on having a new cup available that doesn't splash kernels out and holds a bit more for the larger charges. I'll leave self aligning features on the platen up to you as its not necessary.
I told everyone I was also working on a new breeze shield that will be available. Thought I would show what that's going to look like. Will have first off samples very soon to show actual pics of it.
I never cared for the flimsy multi piece ones that are factory and wanted one that would be custom to where ever you wanted the window to be. Just simply rotate it as desired! Of coarse it will be clear in real life. The FX120 already has a circular protrusion to self center it and adapters will be made for other scales like the Sartorius and Creedmoor.
I never cared for the flimsy multi piece ones that are factory and wanted one that would be custom to where ever you wanted the window to be. Just simply rotate it as desired! Of coarse it will be clear in real life. The FX120 already has a circular protrusion to self center it and adapters will be made for other scales like the Sartorius and Creedmoor.
@Ingenuity1 I've seen your videos, and seems you have several different scales on hand. If a guy was starting from scratch and planning to use your system, which scale would you recommend?
It really depends on your needs and preference. All three brands I have shown will produce charges of equal accuracy to a single kernel of most powders. The major difference is how fast they react and can produce charges with the system. Their is also the factor of how precise you would like the weight value to be presented out of the scale. I call this the "Anal" factor LOL and fully understand that shooting and reloading has a lot of mental influence which is why I say its a personal preference as to which one fits you.
I break them down like this:
If you want all the speed you can get from the system and readability of the scale down to .001gr then Sartorius is my choice.
If you want all the speed and scale readability of .02gr then the A&D Fx120 is the best choice " This is the most popular choice and arguably the best value for speed and well enough precision and why all other previous systems use it only."
If speed is not as much of a concern, 4-8sec vs 13-20sec per charge but still has .01gr readability then the Creedmoor scale is for sure the best value.
The value to me comes in as time and the difference as to if you load thousands per month or 50 for a hunting season and why I wanted to make a system that lets the customer customize it to what they need.
Hope this helps you decide. Paul
Seeing as you have all 3 of these scales. Are there any other factors that you've noticed with these scales or that you know about them? Things like staying in calibration or the "true range" of what level of precision and repeatability they will do ect? I have a 120 of course, as you know but I've thought about getting another scale for your new total system and keeping my IP + AD120i set up as well so just picking your brain if you will oblige.
I'm picking up another 120 for the new IG thrower setup. Ill.keep my current 120 AT/IG setup as is.
Paul... does your controller support grams too or only grains? Reason I ask is the fx120i has slightly better resolution if you run it in grams. (We're splitting kernels at this point, but it matters to some OCD types.)
I'm guessing it does support reading in grams since you have European distributors and plan on selling it in Europe, and most European reloading info is provided in grams.
I'm guessing it does support reading in grams since you have European distributors and plan on selling it in Europe, and most European reloading info is provided in grams.
Yeah that's what I'm thinking too. What scale are you putting it on ya think?
@Ingenuity1 Can you post a clip of your system throwing charges on a creedmoor scale?
In my personal opinion a measurement device needs to be 10x more accurate than what you are wanting to measure to have a high amount of certainty in the data. That being said I'm pretty partial to my Sartorius, but you pay a pretty penny for that. For me I needed something that would also weigh much smaller amounts with certainty and its a must so it was a cry once kind of purchase to meet all my needs.
The A&D Fx120 is a proven platform accurate enough for reloading most all normal stick powders to +/- 1-2 average kernels weight. For the majority of re-loaders this is a good option.
I would say the exceptions are if you need to weigh primers or very small charges. The smaller the charge, usually the more impact a small variable will have on pressures and velocity because the cartridge volume is smaller.
Only for the volume that you load, I would say the Creedmoor would not offer what you seek.
The electronics work in what ever units your scale is set to
Which model satorius is that or what models will work? The 503 looks to be discontinued and it's hard to go through and see the speed and readability and linearity for each one so, if anyone else knows the models that we would be interested in please let me know
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Mine is the Entris 64-1s but has been replaced by the Entris11 line. I would recommend the BCE124-1s
How about the GD503? Will that work with your system @Ingenuity1 ?
according to the manuals it should work the same. I would need to test one first to make sure
Thanks, please post once you have.
Yes I do. Apparently unfortunately
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