I use the Lee Perfect Powder Measure (LPPM) typically only to get some powder in the pan and then trickle up. For that purpose there was no point in buying something fancy and more expensive.
Today, I noticed that the throw variation of the LPPM is undetectable on a RCBS 505 scale for 8208XBR if - and that maybe the trick - I set the powder cut-off halfway between OFF and ON. I think that the slower speed at which the powder falls into the measuring cavity makes the result less dependent on how you throw the drum. Just speculating here; I am not a powder kernel and do not play one on TV.
8208XBR meters well to begin with, compared to other extruded powders. But still, the very consistent throws were a surprise. The setting of the powder cut-off was an accident that I noticed when I emptied the powder measure. I then repeated the test with fully open and half open setting and half open was definitely the ticket.
I can imagine the horror on some peoples's faces when they hear Lee but why not give it a try. It may save you money and time.
Today, I noticed that the throw variation of the LPPM is undetectable on a RCBS 505 scale for 8208XBR if - and that maybe the trick - I set the powder cut-off halfway between OFF and ON. I think that the slower speed at which the powder falls into the measuring cavity makes the result less dependent on how you throw the drum. Just speculating here; I am not a powder kernel and do not play one on TV.
8208XBR meters well to begin with, compared to other extruded powders. But still, the very consistent throws were a surprise. The setting of the powder cut-off was an accident that I noticed when I emptied the powder measure. I then repeated the test with fully open and half open setting and half open was definitely the ticket.
I can imagine the horror on some peoples's faces when they hear Lee but why not give it a try. It may save you money and time.
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