http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 23:46:06 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Inexpensive-CD-Wallet-Electronics-Tool-Kit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/21FT/H2MYK0NR/FY021FTH2MYK0NR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/21FT/H2MYK0NR/FY021FTH2MYK0NR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/21FT/H2MYK0NR/FY021FTH2MYK0NR.SMALL.jpg msaleiro Hi! Maybe you’re an electronics student, maybe you’re an electronics hobbyist, maybe you just had the misfortune of finding yourself reading this instructable :P Anyway, you might find it useful. I’m going to describe how to make an inexpensive (20€), small and portable tool kit with the essential t...
By: msaleiro

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 09:38:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-pocket-knife-sharpener-2/
Homemade pocket knife sharpener #2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 Here is a picture of the finished sharpener ready to start sharpening small knives.. Knife holder plans Here is the illustration  plan i drew  for making the knife blade holder. pocket knive blade holder fabrication Pic#1  Shows  me milling   the 3/8 wide slots by  3/4 of a inch long. pic #1,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 14:44:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Handy-ring-light-for-extra-hands/
Handy ring light for extra hands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/UYSW/H1V5YAYC/FWKUYSWH1V5YAYC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/UYSW/H1V5YAYC/FWKUYSWH1V5YAYC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/UYSW/H1V5YAYC/FWKUYSWH1V5YAYC.SMALL.jpg cold_steel This is probably one of the most used tools in my workshop, the "extra hands". It is the ultimate tool for soldering and prying in the very small range. But over time I found that I do not have enough light on my work when using this tool. Actually all the benefits you would expect from having a mag...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 21:20:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Plex-Plexiglass-Arduino-Work-Surface/
Arduino-Plex: Plexiglass Arduino Work Surface - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/1DJS/H15NE51N/FJJ1DJSH15NE51N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/1DJS/H15NE51N/FJJ1DJSH15NE51N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/1DJS/H15NE51N/FJJ1DJSH15NE51N.SMALL.jpg ProfMuggs I am still new to Arduino, but as I tinker I find it very difficult to keep my projects together. I use a Velleman solderless breadboard and an Arduino Mega board (I know, I made a mistake and bought a Chinese one. I have since bought an official Arduino Uno board). I do a lot of work at the kitchen...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:50:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Managing-limited-desktop-space-and-multiple-projec/
Managing limited desktop space and multiple projects - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/DUN1/GZPZO98S/F3LDUN1GZPZO98S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/DUN1/GZPZO98S/F3LDUN1GZPZO98S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/DUN1/GZPZO98S/F3LDUN1GZPZO98S.SMALL.jpg Neurogami I have many varied interests,  and most  require some amount of free work space on my desk.  I do not always finish what I've started in one sitting, or one day, or even one week.  In the mean time, the space occupied by whatever current project often needs to be cleared for something else.   It got...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:41:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Serious-Homemade-Manufacturing-Equipment-on-a-Shoe/
Serious Homemade Manufacturing Equipment on a Shoe String Budget - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/349C/GZQ40R0K/FN5349CGZQ40R0K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/349C/GZQ40R0K/FN5349CGZQ40R0K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/349C/GZQ40R0K/FN5349CGZQ40R0K.SMALL.jpg pastprimitive This is an instructable to show you how I took an idea I had for a machine from the 3D into the real-d and how you can apply the same techniques to your design problems.  My wife and I run a small 3-year old product design, manufacturing, and retail business named Past Primitive (www.pastprimitive.c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:11:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Function-Generator/
Analog Function Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/JIEQ/GZISQOLN/FB2JIEQGZISQOLN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/JIEQ/GZISQOLN/FB2JIEQGZISQOLN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/JIEQ/GZISQOLN/FB2JIEQGZISQOLN.SMALL.jpg aeternusjunk Are you sick of 555 timers? I sure am. That's why I decided to build a semi-decent function generator as my term project in my analog electronics course. This design is capable of producing a square, triangle, and approximate sine wave reliably up to a frequency of around 300kHz. Make It Real Chall...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:45:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Strip-and-Tin-Wires-Like-a-Pro/
Strip and Tin Wires Like a Pro - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/V33D/GZ5NTQ9T/FOGV33DGZ5NTQ9T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/V33D/GZ5NTQ9T/FOGV33DGZ5NTQ9T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/V33D/GZ5NTQ9T/FOGV33DGZ5NTQ9T.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu Ever need to strip a wire but don't have any wire strippers handy? This instructable shows you how to strip the insulation off wires perfectly every time so that you'll never have to swap between your side cutters and wire strippers ever again. Once stripped using this method it also lets you twizz...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 02:53:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-electronics-tool-kit/
Portable electronics tool kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/30WA/GYN8NRHI/FFI30WAGYN8NRHI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/30WA/GYN8NRHI/FFI30WAGYN8NRHI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/30WA/GYN8NRHI/FFI30WAGYN8NRHI.SMALL.jpg dustinbikes In this instructable I will be showing you how to assemble a compact and portable electronics kit.  I am an electronics tinkerer and I occasionally have to do some electronics work at my job. So I like to have a kit pretty much ready to go whenever I need it so I can keep it in my car or on my perso...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:32:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-up-your-own-lengths-of-Coaxial-Cables/
How to make up your own lengths of Coaxial Cables for Cell Phone booster systems without crimping tools - LMR400 or 9913 cable/Type-N connectors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/JCQF/GXL5UY2N/F9SJCQFGXL5UY2N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/JCQF/GXL5UY2N/F9SJCQFGXL5UY2N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/JCQF/GXL5UY2N/F9SJCQFGXL5UY2N.SMALL.jpg skipsta This instructable shows you how to make up coaxial cables to your specific lengths by using *clamp type* Type-N connectors at the ends of your cables, which requires using only simple tools.  This procedure is specific to LMR400 or Belden 9913 ultra low-loss cable types, but these techniques may be ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2012 03:07:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Printed-Circuit-Board-PCB-Sprayer-Machine/
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Sprayer Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/JLXV/GX3LR6HL/FEQJLXVGX3LR6HL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/JLXV/GX3LR6HL/FEQJLXVGX3LR6HL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/JLXV/GX3LR6HL/FEQJLXVGX3LR6HL.SMALL.jpg crreed How would you like to make a single or multiple Printed Circuit Boards in less than 2 minutes? Hey again.  Hope everyone enjoyed my last Instructable on how to make a grappling hook launcher.  Today I go down a slightly different path of creation. This project has been in my mind for quite some...
By: crreed

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 04:35:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/PC-SOUND-CARD-SCOPE-INTERFACE-FACILITATES-DC-RESTO/
PC SOUND-CARD SCOPE INTERFACE FACILITATES DC RESTORATION - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/NJFW/GXDWP0EA/FW2NJFWGXDWP0EA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/NJFW/GXDWP0EA/FW2NJFWGXDWP0EA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/NJFW/GXDWP0EA/FW2NJFWGXDWP0EA.SMALL.jpg ajoyraman To start with I must appreciate acknowledge and thank ‘Christian Zeitnitz’ for the fantastic Sound-card Oscilloscope & signal generator software available at his website  on which this Instructable is based. While working with the PC sound-card oscilloscope and signal generator I found the followin...
By: ajoyraman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:15:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-A-Quality-Crimped-Joint/
How to Make A Quality Crimped Joint - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/264C/GXBNAWKS/F1L264CGXBNAWKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/264C/GXBNAWKS/F1L264CGXBNAWKS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/264C/GXBNAWKS/F1L264CGXBNAWKS.SMALL.jpg superpants Whilst understood well within professional harness makers, the correct application of crimps is something that doesn’t seem to be as widely understood in DIY circles with much information available ranging from not very thorough to out-rightly wrong; One of my friends was once given the advice by an...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:57:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Faca-suas-proprias-lixas-para-Dremel-Multimax-ou-s/
Faca suas proprias lixas para Dremel Multimax ou similares - Do yourself Dremel's Multimax sandpaper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/ELCY/GW88LD4P/FAWELCYGW88LD4P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/ELCY/GW88LD4P/FAWELCYGW88LD4P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/ELCY/GW88LD4P/FAWELCYGW88LD4P.SMALL.jpg rcaproni ****** In portuguese (BR) and english (ENG). ****** (BR) Recentemente adquiri uma ferramenta vibratória Dremel Multimax. A ferramenta é excelente, servindo muito bem aos propósitos de um usuário hobbysta como eu. Infelizmente, até o presente momento (dez/2011), essa ferramenta não é vendida no Bras...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:45:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DMM-Piggyback-add-RS-232/
DMM Piggyback (add RS-232) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/25N6/GUKARTAM/F5T25N6GUKARTAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/25N6/GUKARTAM/F5T25N6GUKARTAM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/25N6/GUKARTAM/F5T25N6GUKARTAM.SMALL.jpg jazzzzzz There are mods that give a multimeter serial connectivity by soldering some pins but, it only works if it already has RS-232 ability. So I decided rather than building a PIC multimeter from scratch, I would Piggyback off a $4 DMM. I used: one PIC16F688 one LM358 a button and a 100k potentiometer 3...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 03:46:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homebrew-Magnetic-Motor-Starter/
Homebrew Magnetic Motor Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/NG6O/GUKARL55/FGING6OGUKARL55.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/NG6O/GUKARL55/FGING6OGUKARL55.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/NG6O/GUKARL55/FGING6OGUKARL55.SMALL.jpg pfred2 This is one of those things that I always wanted, and wanted to do besides. Well now I have it, and have done it too. I will share how I managed to do it with you in this article if you bear with me for a bit. My Motivation When I got this saw it had no motor or switch. I put a motor on it and ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2011 11:34:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Parts-Storage-Solution/
Parts Storage Solution - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD8/GR8Y/GTGCQKN5/FD8GR8YGTGCQKN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD8/GR8Y/GTGCQKN5/FD8GR8YGTGCQKN5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD8/GR8Y/GTGCQKN5/FD8GR8YGTGCQKN5.SMALL.jpg carlmal Great parts storage and indexing solution. Features: -Simple to construct -Inexpensive -High density -Floor or bench space NOT required. -Scaleable, go as big as you like -Easy to index new parts Parts Required #1 -3/16" x 36" Metal rod -2 Small U-Clamps -2 Utility shelf mounting brackets Par...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Oct 2011 05:52:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bare-Variac-Build/
Bare Variac Build - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/P612/GSUSQ1ZY/FX0P612GSUSQ1ZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/P612/GSUSQ1ZY/FX0P612GSUSQ1ZY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/P612/GSUSQ1ZY/FX0P612GSUSQ1ZY.SMALL.jpg pfred2 A Variac or autotransformer is something I've always wanted. They're an item I just don't see every day though in my travels. One day I did happen to come across one while I was shopping at a flea market. The fellow selling it wanted $5 for it which I thought was fair, so I bought it. Only thing wa...
By: pfred2

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Oct 2011 01:10:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MOT-spot-welder/
MOT spot welder tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/IACW/GSLEWNDZ/FH0IACWGSLEWNDZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/IACW/GSLEWNDZ/FH0IACWGSLEWNDZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/IACW/GSLEWNDZ/FH0IACWGSLEWNDZ.SMALL.jpg Electorials Hello, This instructable explains how to make a spot welder from a MOT (microwave oven transformer). The primary coil (thick wire) will still be used as primary windings. The secondary coil (thin wire) will be replaced with very thick wire of less windings. Warning: Do NOT plug in this transform...
By: Electorials

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:56:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-10-10-minute-Filament-Holder/
The $10 10-minute Filament Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/UOQ6/GS3BDTLF/F2TUOQ6GS3BDTLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/UOQ6/GS3BDTLF/F2TUOQ6GS3BDTLF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/UOQ6/GS3BDTLF/F2TUOQ6GS3BDTLF.SMALL.jpg LovelessAndroid Hey everyone, I JUST got my Thing-o-matic put together and after one long print I was having all sorts of issues with keeping the filament playing nicely with the extruder.  I would constantly have dread in my heart whenever I heard a coil of plastic unspool loudly.  But, everything was going well a...
By: LovelessAndroid

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Sep 2011 23:21:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Powered-Portable-VU-Meter/
Battery Powered Portable VU Meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/IH6L/F3ER7W0U/F3SIH6LF3ER7W0U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/IH6L/F3ER7W0U/F3SIH6LF3ER7W0U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/IH6L/F3ER7W0U/F3SIH6LF3ER7W0U.SMALL.jpg Vlorbschnat What follows are instructions for constructing a battery powered portable VU meter, as well as detailed instructions for the construction of the PCB needed to complete this project. It was designed to illuminate from 0-10 LEDs depending on ambient sound levels. I designed it to be attached to a wris...
By: Vlorbschnat

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2007 10:22:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Seam-Ripping-Continuity-Meter/
Seam-Ripping Continuity Meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/SUEP/GRFNEDDM/FVASUEPGRFNEDDM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/SUEP/GRFNEDDM/FVASUEPGRFNEDDM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/SUEP/GRFNEDDM/FVASUEPGRFNEDDM.SMALL.jpg Plusea This seam-ripper has a continuity meter built in. An LED lights up to indicate when an unwanted electrical connection is made between the tip of the seam-ripper and the part of the circuit that you wish to disconnect from. An alligator clip can be connected to different parts of the circuit, so that...
By: Plusea

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:47:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Autodesk-Acquires-Instructables-What-It-Means-for/
Autodesk Acquires Instructables: What It Means for Makers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/2MOO/GQYGKQVK/FA22MOOGQYGKQVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/2MOO/GQYGKQVK/FA22MOOGQYGKQVK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/2MOO/GQYGKQVK/FA22MOOGQYGKQVK.SMALL.jpg pt This my article I just posted on MAKE "Autodesk Acquires Instructables: What It Means for Makers" The big news this week was “Autodesk Acquires Instructables.” It’s taken me a few days of really thinking about this for my column. Autodesk is jumping in to the biggest DIY community online — it’s a h...
By: pt

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 14:03:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Versatile-and-Low-Cost-Digital-Counter/
Versatile and Low Cost Digital Counter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/NKJR/SILES9J58WL/FCWNKJRSILES9J58WL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/NKJR/SILES9J58WL/FCWNKJRSILES9J58WL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/NKJR/SILES9J58WL/FCWNKJRSILES9J58WL.SMALL.jpg trebuchet03 This hack will transform a cheap easily sourced calculator into a versatile counting machine. It can be used as a cheap method to measure distance using a wheel, reed switch and magnet (think bike odometer). So what else can it do you ask? Well, how many times does your central a/c turn on in a day...
By: trebuchet03

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2006 22:16:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Dirty-Phone-Mount-for-video-capture-30-m/
Quick and Dirty Phone Mount for video capture 30 minutes or less - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/H7RL/GQBCJBEE/FYSH7RLGQBCJBEE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/H7RL/GQBCJBEE/FYSH7RLGQBCJBEE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/H7RL/GQBCJBEE/FYSH7RLGQBCJBEE.SMALL.jpg LifeWarrior "The Quick and Dirty Phone Camera Mount" First off let me say this is "NOT" a master tutorial on how to make a pretty shiny mount, I needed a mount to hold my phone to video capture other instructables that I'm working on. Why not use my digital camera, short simple answer is my android phone has a...
By: LifeWarrior

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 04:02:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/30-years-ago-hace-30-aos/
30 years ago... (hace 30 ażos...) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/29UB/GPBDIEUU/F6H29UBGPBDIEUU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/29UB/GPBDIEUU/F6H29UBGPBDIEUU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/29UB/GPBDIEUU/F6H29UBGPBDIEUU.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Hace 30 años (año más, año menos) yo necesitaba urgentemente una mecha radial, pero cuando la fui a comprar me acobardé por el precio. Como la necesidad es la madre del ingenio, pensé y pensé, hasta que me decidí a intentar hacer una mecha radial improvisada. 30 years ago (year more, year less) I ...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2011 04:05:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Easy-Release-Extension-Cord-Lock/
Paracord Easy-Release Extension Cord Lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9CCD/GOL8AXFT/FM39CCDGOL8AXFT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9CCD/GOL8AXFT/FM39CCDGOL8AXFT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9CCD/GOL8AXFT/FM39CCDGOL8AXFT.SMALL.jpg mikey77 Make an extension cord lock that releases easily. This is handy when connecting hand held portable tools that require an extension cord. It will keep the tool plug and cord socket tightly connected as you drag the extension cord and tool around. Intro pic shows the cord lock in locked position. ...
By: mikey77

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jun 2011 20:40:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/EVERYONE-Needs-a-Multi-Meter/
EVERYONE Needs a Multi-Meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/BH39/GNRSXWG0/FMNBH39GNRSXWG0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/BH39/GNRSXWG0/FMNBH39GNRSXWG0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/BH39/GNRSXWG0/FMNBH39GNRSXWG0.SMALL.jpg Phil B A multi-meter can save the average person a lot of money over a few years, even though ladies who choose to buy one may not carry it in their purse when going out for the evening. You will often be able to solve many problems yourself in less time than it would take to get a technician to come to yo...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 23:05:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/PanaVice-Junior-Big-Mouth-Mod/
PanaVise Junior "Big Mouth" Mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/COKR/GJHV8NKP/FZMCOKRGJHV8NKP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/COKR/GJHV8NKP/FZMCOKRGJHV8NKP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/COKR/GJHV8NKP/FZMCOKRGJHV8NKP.SMALL.jpg Croy9000 I love my PanaVise Jr. But about half the time I go to use it I find its just not wide enough to hold what I'm working on. At only a 3" opening, it only holds the smaller of my projects. After disassembling the vise to see how I might be able to extend the opening, I discovered it was very doa...
By: Croy9000

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 21:42:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Different-Kind-of-Third-Hand/
A Different Kind of Third Hand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/KV9X/GJC3TFNZ/FIMKV9XGJC3TFNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/KV9X/GJC3TFNZ/FIMKV9XGJC3TFNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/KV9X/GJC3TFNZ/FIMKV9XGJC3TFNZ.SMALL.jpg rachel I often solder things to other things -- well we all do, I suppose, but sometimes these things need a bit of pressure to stay together while being soldered, and the traditional third hand, which holds your work while you hold the soldering iron and solder, doesn't do that very well.  I remembered a ...
By: rachel

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:41:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Simple-and-Inexpensive-Cheese-Press/
A Simple and Inexpensive Cheese Press - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NTHN/GHTLLJGU/FVCNTHNGHTLLJGU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NTHN/GHTLLJGU/FVCNTHNGHTLLJGU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NTHN/GHTLLJGU/FVCNTHNGHTLLJGU.SMALL.jpg spike3579 Cheesemaking is an amazing alchemy that transforms milk into a profusion of different textures and flavors.  The entryway for me was ricotta, an easy and forgiving cheese to make with no fancy equipment or supplies needed.  Mozzarella came next, also very do-able with supermarket ingredients and kit...
By: spike3579

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Dec 2010 23:01:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Fully-Functional-Television-Oscilloscope/
Fully Functional Television Oscilloscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/1C3A/GHFJX1HI/F311C3AGHFJX1HI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/1C3A/GHFJX1HI/F311C3AGHFJX1HI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/1C3A/GHFJX1HI/F311C3AGHFJX1HI.SMALL.jpg aeternusjunk There are a few Instructables and otherwise internet based instructions on how to modify a television set into an audio visualizer or other simple oscilloscope-like device. This Instructable will show you how to create an actual lab oscilloscope worthy of a poor, amateur electronics enthusiast. T...
By: aeternusjunk

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Dec 2010 22:42:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sponge-Ferric-Chloride-Method-Etch-Circuit-Bo/
Sponge + Ferric Chloride Method -- Etch PCBs in One Minute! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/9JTT/FX23V5VV/F7Z9JTTFX23V5VV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/9JTT/FX23V5VV/F7Z9JTTFX23V5VV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/9JTT/FX23V5VV/F7Z9JTTFX23V5VV.SMALL.jpg TechShopJim In this Instructable, I will show you how to etch a circuit board with about a tablespoon of ferric chloride etching solution and a 2 inch square sponge. You will be amazed as the exposed copper on the PCB disappears before your eyes, and your board is completely etched in a minute or less!I found ...
By: TechShopJim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:10:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-an-Epilog-Legend-36EXT-I-Beam-Belt/
Clean an Epilog Legend 36EXT I-Beam Belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/X13T/GGMMM2CN/FR6X13TGGMMM2CN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/X13T/GGMMM2CN/FR6X13TGGMMM2CN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/X13T/GGMMM2CN/FR6X13TGGMMM2CN.SMALL.jpg randofo Our awesome Epilog Legend 36EXT laser cutter started to malfunction. The image was cutting correctly, but the optical cut head started drifting to the left side of the bed until it crashed and stopped working. I called Epilog tech support and they informed me that the reason the optical cut head was...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 22:48:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-brass-terminals-for-wires/
Building brass terminals for wires. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/DAGT/GDRPTS77/FRNDAGTGDRPTS77.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/DAGT/GDRPTS77/FRNDAGTGDRPTS77.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/DAGT/GDRPTS77/FRNDAGTGDRPTS77.SMALL.jpg Horatius.Steam Brass terminals are hard to buy. But it is easy to build it by your own Here is a small step by step tutorial. What you need... 1   brass screw 3 mm / 30 mm 1   telephone jack or another piece of plastic that fits around one knurled head screw 1   brass washer 3mm 2   ring connectors 2   knurled...
By: Horatius.Steam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Sep 2010 12:08:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-tool-to-measure-angles/
How to Make a Hypsometer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/YE7H/GE7LBLCZ/FUWYE7HGE7LBLCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/YE7H/GE7LBLCZ/FUWYE7HGE7LBLCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/YE7H/GE7LBLCZ/FUWYE7HGE7LBLCZ.SMALL.jpg Spaceman Spiff This is a simple one, but I think well worth it, and very cheap to make.  For any of you taking Trigonometry or Physics this semester this actually might come in handy.  You can use this to measure (with accurate results) the angles of elevation and depression.  With these numbers you can then do l...
By: Spaceman Spiff

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Sep 2010 04:06:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Stand-1/
Soldering Iron Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/JS3I/GB3W2DV3/FSLJS3IGB3W2DV3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/JS3I/GB3W2DV3/FSLJS3IGB3W2DV3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/JS3I/GB3W2DV3/FSLJS3IGB3W2DV3.SMALL.jpg Culturespy I found myself in need of a soldering iron stand and didn't like the looks of any I could find. While I don't do a huge amount of soldering but this will be sitting on desks or work stations where I'll see it much of the time. So, I needed something that would be basic and functional as well as aest...
By: Culturespy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jul 2010 17:04:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Algebra-Tiles/
Algebra Tiles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UJG4/GBF5L643/FVCUJG4GBF5L643.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UJG4/GBF5L643/FVCUJG4GBF5L643.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UJG4/GBF5L643/FVCUJG4GBF5L643.SMALL.jpg frenzy Algebra Tiles are a new way of teaching algebra to students who are just beginning to learn the basic concepts. This instructable will show you how to use an Epilog laser cutter to make a set of the useful tiles. If you do not have a laser cutter, you can use Ponoko or similar laser cutting service...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:11:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-that-old-PC-Power-Supply-as-a-high-current-%2b3./
Use that old PC Power Supply as a high current +3.3, +5 or +12 volt resource - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/BD3G/F0PWJ20W/FMTBD3GF0PWJ20W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/BD3G/F0PWJ20W/FMTBD3GF0PWJ20W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/BD3G/F0PWJ20W/FMTBD3GF0PWJ20W.SMALL.jpg watermelon When the power supply for my Belkin USB 4 way crossover went belly up I needed a +5 volt supply capable of outputting a minimum of 2 amps. An old 12 volt car battery charger could easily power an LM323 3 amp 5 volt IC but it would take a week to get it. The biggest wall-wort I had was .700 milliwatt...
By: watermelon

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:14:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-HDD-Rotary-Sander-for-5/
Recycled HDD Rotary Sander for $5 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/CT4Y/G6MPQJJ8/FKJCT4YG6MPQJJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/CT4Y/G6MPQJJ8/FKJCT4YG6MPQJJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/CT4Y/G6MPQJJ8/FKJCT4YG6MPQJJ8.SMALL.jpg mhkabir http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-HDD-Powertool-Disk-of-Prometheus/ The new instructable is here. Its ia newer, improved and hugely better version and adresses the disadvantages of this design.  If you are a computer guy, you must have lots of Hard Disk drives piling up. If you want to use t...
By: mhkabir

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Mar 2010 09:16:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/When-a-Phillips-is-not-a-Phillips-Plus-So-Much-Mor/
When a Phillips is not a Phillips Plus So Much More! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/MRXH/FPKFDB8I/F0WMRXHFPKFDB8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/MRXH/FPKFDB8I/F0WMRXHFPKFDB8I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/MRXH/FPKFDB8I/F0WMRXHFPKFDB8I.SMALL.jpg arcticpenguin
By: arcticpenguin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:26:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Hotwire-Foam-Cutter-with-Fence/
Adjustable Hotwire Foam Cutter with Fence - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/CC9W/G61ARUD8/F40CC9WG61ARUD8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/CC9W/G61ARUD8/F40CC9WG61ARUD8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/CC9W/G61ARUD8/F40CC9WG61ARUD8.SMALL.jpg oompa Initially starting with Creativeman’s Mighty Goliath I decided to create a foam cutter that was adjustable for various angles, had a fence to facilitate straight cuts, made removal and installation of the hotwire easy, and folded for taking less space when stored. Additionally, I wanted the table to...
By: oompa

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:00:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DPScope-Build-Your-Own-USBPC-Based-Oscilloscope/
DPScope - Build Your Own USB/PC-Based Oscilloscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/Y9WL/G5KP876K/FSUY9WLG5KP876K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/Y9WL/G5KP876K/FSUY9WLG5KP876K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/Y9WL/G5KP876K/FSUY9WLG5KP876K.SMALL.jpg womai Instrument Specifications Below you see the specifications of the instruments. If you are familiar with oscilloscopes you will see that the DPScope has pretty much all the features you'd expect from a decent lower-end instrument. If you aren't a number freak, feel free to skip this page as fas...
By: womai

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:50:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Aluminium-Teflon-Coated-Mouse-Pad-For-Optical-Mice/
Aluminium Teflon Coated Mouse Pad For Optical Mice - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/GNR4/G5703YI2/FHBGNR4G5703YI2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/GNR4/G5703YI2/FHBGNR4G5703YI2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/GNR4/G5703YI2/FHBGNR4G5703YI2.SMALL.jpg Alphonsus Hey, this is my first Instructable so I hope I didn't mess it up to bad! Let me know how ! did! I recently got a new desk and and I had a lot of trouble with my optical mouse and its not functioning with the surface. I did a lot of research and found that new optical mice work very well on Teflon...
By: Alphonsus

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Feb 2010 22:12:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DC-Monkey/
DC Monkey - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/PV1U/G2HE0UKD/FXQPV1UG2HE0UKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/PV1U/G2HE0UKD/FXQPV1UG2HE0UKD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/PV1U/G2HE0UKD/FXQPV1UG2HE0UKD.SMALL.jpg garagemonkeysan Ever get bored of the same old project boxes? The Altoids mint tin or Radio Shack plastic project boxes are commonly used as cases. There are many other creative and interesting alternatives out there. For this project, we use gourd left-overs. Yes, that is right, a gourd. http://en.wikipedia.org/wi...
By: garagemonkeysan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Dec 2009 22:58:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-your-EAGLE-schematic-into-a-PCB/
Turn your EAGLE schematic into a PCB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/WQ8R/R2OES9J65RA/FZXWQ8RR2OES9J65RA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/WQ8R/R2OES9J65RA/FZXWQ8RR2OES9J65RA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/WQ8R/R2OES9J65RA/FZXWQ8RR2OES9J65RA.SMALL.jpg westfw In a previous Instructable, I provided an intro to schematic entry using CadSoft's EAGLE editor.In this instructable, we'll make a printed circuit board from that schematicI guess I should say that we'll make a PCB DESIGN; making the physical board is a different task, and there are a lot of tutoria...
By: westfw

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Oct 2006 00:48:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Spanner-Wrench-for-a-Watch-Case/
Spanner Wrench for a Watch Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/TZ9K/G0AMK4CD/FK3TZ9KG0AMK4CD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/TZ9K/G0AMK4CD/FK3TZ9KG0AMK4CD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/TZ9K/G0AMK4CD/FK3TZ9KG0AMK4CD.SMALL.jpg Phil B My watch has a screw- in back on the watch case. It is possible to order a universal spanner wrench for around $10 US. I wanted to make my own spanner wrench so I can replace the battery without needing to get to a store that can change it for me.In the photo you can see the indents for the spanne...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:16:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Maker-Tin/
Maker Tin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/KVGN/FW5H4DKT/FGYKVGNFW5H4DKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/KVGN/FW5H4DKT/FGYKVGNFW5H4DKT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/KVGN/FW5H4DKT/FGYKVGNFW5H4DKT.SMALL.jpg =SMART= Unfortunately we can't always be at our workbench or desk with all our tools at the ready, sometimes we just have to go out and explore the world...But fear not ! For I have come up with the perfect solution to this troublesome dilemma, thanks to this instructable you can now carry all your favorite...
By: =SMART=

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Jul 2009 23:47:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Another-Quick-PCB-Prototyping-Method/
Another Quick PCB Prototyping Method - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/ZI78/FUVSFWG7/FGLZI78FUVSFWG7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/ZI78/FUVSFWG7/FGLZI78FUVSFWG7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/ZI78/FUVSFWG7/FGLZI78FUVSFWG7.SMALL.jpg DanZen This Instructable is part of my Current Regulated LED TesterI use this method when I need to make a PCB that's simple, proof-of-concept, and quick. This method is generally restricted to making through-hole component PCBs. I don't usually like to use veroboards because in my opinion, they look ugly ...
By: DanZen

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Jun 2009 07:44:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/FAST-FOAM-LATHE/
FAST FOAM LATHE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/KNZY/FOVWM80O/F7KKNZYFOVWM80O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/KNZY/FOVWM80O/F7KKNZYFOVWM80O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/KNZY/FOVWM80O/F7KKNZYFOVWM80O.SMALL.jpg marc.cryan Here is a quick and easy way to start turning (making stuff on a lathe) - without a lathe, wood, metal, or any of the correct cutting tools. This covers the basic concepts: setup, rough cut, pattern, shape, finish.Here are the basic steps:SETUP-Assemble simple drill lathe-Cut stock (pink foam)-Mou...
By: marc.cryan

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