http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 23:48:30 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-An-Inexpensive-Spark-Plug-Boot-Removal-Tool/
Making An Inexpensive Spark Plug Boot Removal Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/67GR/H2MYDPUV/FRN67GRH2MYDPUV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/67GR/H2MYDPUV/FRN67GRH2MYDPUV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/67GR/H2MYDPUV/FRN67GRH2MYDPUV.SMALL.jpg BamZipPow This instructable is to show you how to make your own inexpensive tool to extract that broken boot off of the spark plug so you can continue with your tuneup. For you DIYers that work on your own vehicle, there's nothing like replacing your spark plugs only to find out that the boot on the end of t...
By: BamZipPow

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 06:44:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cutter-Kerf-Gauge/
Laser Cutter Kerf Gauge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/5EEV/H2MYG068/FL95EEVH2MYG068.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/5EEV/H2MYG068/FL95EEVH2MYG068.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/5EEV/H2MYG068/FL95EEVH2MYG068.SMALL.jpg lime3D I made it at TechShop http://www.techshop.ws With mechanical CNC cutters, you generally cut on one side of your part's edge. The software used to create the cutter paths automatically offsets the paths to account for the diameter of your cutter, i.e. 1/4", 1/2", etc. However, when cutting with a l...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 00:07:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/tower-crane/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/MYAH/H2MYM3CI/FDJMYAHH2MYM3CI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/MYAH/H2MYM3CI/FDJMYAHH2MYM3CI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/MYAH/H2MYM3CI/FDJMYAHH2MYM3CI.SMALL.jpg Jackingling Our assignment “” was aimed at training our teamwork and practice ability. After a term’s hard working, the “” was successfully designed and working under control though it failed   accomplishing the command because the battery was not powerful enough to lift the weight. At first, we focus too much ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 15:22:41 UTC 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 09:38:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Ruth-the-5-vacuum-former/
"Ruth", the $5 vacuum former - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/QVVA/H2CE7C3P/FEUQVVAH2CE7C3P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/QVVA/H2CE7C3P/FEUQVVAH2CE7C3P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/QVVA/H2CE7C3P/FEUQVVAH2CE7C3P.SMALL.jpg jduffy54 This project is a basic vacuum former from parts totaling under $5, assuming you already have a shop vac or floor vacuum and a toaster.  All the parts are avaliable from American Science and Surplus.  This specific model has a ~5.5"x~5.5" area to form to.  It takes a standard vacuum hose, and is stu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 02:24:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Cheap-almost-free-SMD-ProbeTweezers/
Make Cheap (almost free) SMD Probe/Tweezers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3555/H2G608LN/FXY3555H2G608LN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3555/H2G608LN/FXY3555H2G608LN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3555/H2G608LN/FXY3555H2G608LN.SMALL.jpg appsman This home-made surface mount device (SMD) tweezers/probe is made from scrap PCB material and plugs into a DVM or capacitance/inductance meter for easy measurement of tiny SMD components (Of course you still need the appropriate meter). You’ll find these far easier to use with tiny parts than regular...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 08:09:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-old-Opinel-knife-lockable-when-its-closed/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/ERFB/H1YOIZFX/FA6ERFBH1YOIZFX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/ERFB/H1YOIZFX/FA6ERFBH1YOIZFX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/ERFB/H1YOIZFX/FA6ERFBH1YOIZFX.SMALL.jpg robertbuzink Invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, the Virobloc safety ring was improved in 2000 on all the Opinel ranges. Since that year it is  possible to lock the blade in the closed position (safety during carrying). If you have a pre-2000 Opinel knife, this instructable will show you how to adjust the ring su...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 14:05:34 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/Customizing-the-look-and-feel-of-your-pen-tablet/
Customizing the look and feel of your pen tablet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/MCRO/H1JUJQPE/FY0MCROH1JUJQPE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/MCRO/H1JUJQPE/FY0MCROH1JUJQPE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/MCRO/H1JUJQPE/FY0MCROH1JUJQPE.SMALL.jpg timmolderez For a few of years now, I've been using a pen tablet as a mouse replacement at work. It works quite nicely, in the sense that I can work behind the computer all day long without feeling any strain. The only thing bothering me was that the pen, as well as the tablet, start to feel clammy after a whil...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 22:10:13 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/Simple-DC-A-meter/
Simple DC A-meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/ISYN/H1JUJ9X6/FYLISYNH1JUJ9X6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/ISYN/H1JUJ9X6/FYLISYNH1JUJ9X6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/ISYN/H1JUJ9X6/FYLISYNH1JUJ9X6.SMALL.jpg fluffy111 I got idea when I was doing something with DC motors. I wanted to check the current but I was beginning to get angry on digital instrument. So I created DC A-meter that can measure up to 5 A. This A-meter is very simple. The question is if it can be useful at all? YES! Most cheap digital instrument...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:17:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Simulate-an-RC-Circuit-in-LTSpice-with-an-I/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/GXVH/H1PISZKF/FJ6GXVHH1PISZKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/GXVH/H1PISZKF/FJ6GXVHH1PISZKF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/GXVH/H1PISZKF/FJ6GXVHH1PISZKF.SMALL.jpg invert111 Description: Looking to simulate a circuit design before you build it? LTSpice is a powerful program used for simulation and analysis of circuits. These are step by step instructions on the basic building blocks of LTSpice leading up to advanced techniques such as initial conditions and AC analysis...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 21:34:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Zen-Raker/
Zen Raker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/EYI1/H1JUE9WG/FBJEYI1H1JUE9WG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/EYI1/H1JUE9WG/FBJEYI1H1JUE9WG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/EYI1/H1JUE9WG/FBJEYI1H1JUE9WG.SMALL.jpg stijgerart Hi my name is Wilfred Stijger I love to invent stuff. The most things I invent are for specialized usages but sometimes it can be used everywhere. This invention is because I had to make a beach look a like environment! the first thing I was thinking off was a sort kind of a rake that will create a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:37:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Circuit-Board-Holder-4-da-po-man/
Circuit Board Holder ( 4 da po man) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/51PF/H19RT5MW/FSS51PFH19RT5MW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/51PF/H19RT5MW/FSS51PFH19RT5MW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/51PF/H19RT5MW/FSS51PFH19RT5MW.SMALL.jpg Blofish I made this on the fly. I hope the picture and drawings make it really really really really easy to understand. BOM (bill of materials) 2 wire coat hangers (I told you NO Wire Hangers... EVEEEEERRRR) 4 sheet metal screws 3/4" long 4 washers (that fit on the sheet metal screws) scrap piece O wood...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:05:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Swiss-Hex-saw-blade-multi-tool/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/VH3Z/H191QQFJ/FOGVH3ZH191QQFJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/VH3Z/H191QQFJ/FOGVH3ZH191QQFJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/VH3Z/H191QQFJ/FOGVH3ZH191QQFJ.SMALL.jpg nachiketa When we go out for working outside, we can not predict what type of tools may require And it's better to have minimum basic tools while we work for example Swiss screw driver set I made this simple Swiss multiple tools set literally from scrap material ! All I have was broken Hex-blades, broken Sci...
By: nachiketa

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:38:30 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/Helping-Hands-and-Skill-with-tools/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/IB7V/H0OJ3UWH/FZEIB7VH0OJ3UWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/IB7V/H0OJ3UWH/FZEIB7VH0OJ3UWH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/IB7V/H0OJ3UWH/FZEIB7VH0OJ3UWH.SMALL.jpg Geek07Boy I just picked up the latest Helping Hands basically because it had a nice bigger clear magnifier. My old Helping Hands had dull little useless magnifiers. I wanted the magnifier to be on the center knuckle. Here is where experience with tools comes in. I did not want to use up too much time with ano...
By: Geek07Boy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:28:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrade-a-48v-Dremel-to-6v-for-more-speed-and-pow/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9X2Z/H0OJ0UVU/FKH9X2ZH0OJ0UVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9X2Z/H0OJ0UVU/FKH9X2ZH0OJ0UVU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9X2Z/H0OJ0UVU/FKH9X2ZH0OJ0UVU.SMALL.jpg carpespasm Where I work we often have need for a dremel tool, and the one we have at our store has always been pretty weak. Rebuilding it's battery (which is made of 4 NiMH AA cells did help some but it was still really weak when you went into anything strong. I was going to hook up a similar battery while cha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:59:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/multmeter/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/QM1W/H0URBVQS/FSZQM1WH0URBVQS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/QM1W/H0URBVQS/FSZQM1WH0URBVQS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/QM1W/H0URBVQS/FSZQM1WH0URBVQS.SMALL.jpg tgferreira184 very useful, yet even more useful tool how to make a multmeter accessory and connection box while using my multmeter, I realized that sometimes it's difficult to using the test probes and it will be expensive make alligator test probes, etc, so, I decided to build something easier to use and... ...
By: tgferreira184

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:39:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-Polarity-and-Continuity-Tester/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/AX0C/H0OJ2AIQ/FAEAX0CH0OJ2AIQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/AX0C/H0OJ2AIQ/FAEAX0CH0OJ2AIQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/AX0C/H0OJ2AIQ/FAEAX0CH0OJ2AIQ.SMALL.jpg cekpi7 This is my homemade polarity and continuity tester (max. 14 volts) I used :  2x Bright Leds 1x Resistor (depends on leds and voltage) and some wires  Circuit was made in multisim
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 14:30:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Buffing-Compound/
Buffing Compound - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/X6NC/H0FLJ9R0/F5HX6NCH0FLJ9R0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/X6NC/H0FLJ9R0/F5HX6NCH0FLJ9R0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/X6NC/H0FLJ9R0/F5HX6NCH0FLJ9R0.SMALL.jpg vkoudymov This is an instructable on how to make buffing compound. It won't make a large amount, but it's sufficient for small tasks. In case you don't know what it's for, here's an introduction. Say you want to polish something, you'd normally use sand paper or a flap wheel starting with a large grit (size ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 05:34:13 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...
By: Neurogami

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:41:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-multmeter-accessory-and-connection-b/
how to make a multmeter accessory and connection box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/IV4B/H0A2H575/FQ4IV4BH0A2H575.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/IV4B/H0A2H575/FQ4IV4BH0A2H575.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/IV4B/H0A2H575/FQ4IV4BH0A2H575.SMALL.jpg tgferreira184 while using my multmeter, I realized that sometimes it's difficult to using the test probes and it will be expensive make alligator test probes, etc, so, I decided to build something easier to use and cheaper. all you need is a connector from a speaker, a box and some old multmeter test probes. as...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:47:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfectly-sharpen-tungsten-for-TIG-welding/
Perfectly sharpen tungsten for TIG welding! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/MH0L/H05NL1PD/FBXMH0LH05NL1PD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/MH0L/H05NL1PD/FBXMH0LH05NL1PD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/MH0L/H05NL1PD/FBXMH0LH05NL1PD.SMALL.jpg Burnt Metal Anyone who has TIG welded has experienced contaminating the tungsten.  Whether you dipped the hot tungsten into the molten weld puddle, or touched the filler rod to the tungsten, you're guaranteed a trip to the grinder to clean up that electrode!  Today, I will show you a fast and easy way to clean ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:25:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-powered-pcb-drill-homemade-chuck/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/EIG9/H05NHH4F/FIYEIG9H05NHH4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/EIG9/H05NHH4F/FIYEIG9H05NHH4F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/EIG9/H05NHH4F/FIYEIG9H05NHH4F.SMALL.jpg macobt The chuck is made by me,the drill is actually a salon shaper for Manicure and Pedicure comes with 5pcs nail drills,I have buy this machine very cheap around 3$. Its very handy because it works with 2 AA battery
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 21:10:55 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/Easiest-Microwave-MOT-SalvageRe-use-Tutorial/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Y283/GZKG2WG9/FZEY283GZKG2WG9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Y283/GZKG2WG9/FZEY283GZKG2WG9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Y283/GZKG2WG9/FZEY283GZKG2WG9.SMALL.jpg MattsAwesomeStuff These videos show you how to take any broken microwave and get the transformer out of it, tear it down, and rebuild it according to whatever project you have that needs one. These form the heart of many other projects, which I cover (or will cover if not out yet) in other tutorials. Hopefully every...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:30:51 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...
By: dustinbikes

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:32:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/low-tech-3d-scanner-for-your-building-site/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/WQRB/GYO8AAK6/FMNWQRBGYO8AAK6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/WQRB/GYO8AAK6/FMNWQRBGYO8AAK6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/WQRB/GYO8AAK6/FMNWQRBGYO8AAK6.SMALL.jpg Grovkillen I and my g/f bought a 1650m2 piece of land in 2010. The plan is to someday in the future build ourselves a house to live in. We wanted a 3D model of the building site to start experimenting with different houses but when I contacted a company specialized in these kinds of scans I was horrified by th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:18:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-an-HDPE-Forming-Stake/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/J17L/GYN8R3VI/FLGJ17LGYN8R3VI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/J17L/GYN8R3VI/FLGJ17LGYN8R3VI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/J17L/GYN8R3VI/FLGJ17LGYN8R3VI.SMALL.jpg flame_mistress Materials: - HDPE (10.055” x 1.5” x 0.983” minimum for larger stake; 7.59” x 1” x 0.5” minimum for smaller stake) - 3D design software (I used AutoDesk Inventor) - toolpath software (I used SprutCAM) - USB stick - appropriate bits for the CNC milling machine - CNC milling machine (I used a Tormach) ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 03:07:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Professional-Truing-Stand-from-scrap-parts/
Professional Truing Stand from scrap parts. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F48/G154/GYIIIL5M/F48G154GYIIIL5M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F48/G154/GYIIIL5M/F48G154GYIIIL5M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F48/G154/GYIIIL5M/F48G154GYIIIL5M.SMALL.jpg dibloff Here is my very own truing stand design. I put it together from scrap parts I found around my house, and some cheap commercially available parts. Parts List You'll need the following items: 1. 3" wide hang track at least 20" long 2. 1" wide upright 40" long 3. 5/8 wide upright, 40" long 4. 3/8-1...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:33:59 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 04:35:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-the-batteries-on-a-dremel-Stylus/
Replacing the batteries on a dremel Stylus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/BGNZ/GY4RAHH8/FLQBGNZGY4RAHH8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/BGNZ/GY4RAHH8/FLQBGNZGY4RAHH8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/BGNZ/GY4RAHH8/FLQBGNZGY4RAHH8.SMALL.jpg ekaggrat I had burnt one of the cells in the dremel stylus by overcharging them ( faulty base charger )... I tried looking for replacement batteries on the dremel site but found none for the stylus.. So i looked for similar batteries and found 3.6v single cell 2400 mAh batteries from sanyo which could be a ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Feb 2012 09:58:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Where-there-is-no-Nylock-Locknut/
Where there is no Nylock (Locknut) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/KS7T/GXC5HG7S/FSEKS7TGXC5HG7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/KS7T/GXC5HG7S/FSEKS7TGXC5HG7S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/KS7T/GXC5HG7S/FSEKS7TGXC5HG7S.SMALL.jpg aaron This is an explanation of two methods of creating multi-use steel locknuts for threaded bolts, and a reminder of a few other methods that you may already use. Nylon Locknuts work well, but sometimes they are not available, and after several times on and off a bolt they lose much of their locknut pr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 02:51:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Toolmaking-Forge-Your-Knife/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/G9DN/GXL5P1DS/FY8G9DNGXL5P1DS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/G9DN/GXL5P1DS/FY8G9DNGXL5P1DS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/G9DN/GXL5P1DS/FY8G9DNGXL5P1DS.SMALL.jpg TheLearningConnexion This resource will show you how to make your own knife from a steel car coil spring. You will need quite a bit of equipment for this including necessary safety gear and a suitable workshop area. See the materials list of tools. A note on Safety- Safety is really important when working with metal, he...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:34:25 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...
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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/Projects-at-TechShop/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/DZE4/GV0KKMIU/FK2DZE4GV0KKMIU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/DZE4/GV0KKMIU/FK2DZE4GV0KKMIU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/DZE4/GV0KKMIU/FK2DZE4GV0KKMIU.SMALL.jpg randofo If TechShop is like a gym for makers, these are some great workouts to flex those DIY muscles. These projects were built using tools available at TechShop: laser cutters, sandblasters, sewing machines, drill presses, and CNC vinyl cutters, and all sorts of other specialty tools that are generally ou...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 19:59:18 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/Keep-multimeter-probe-caps-from-going-lost/
Keep multimeter probe caps from going lost - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/IWUP/GVXHOB5D/F38IWUPGVXHOB5D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/IWUP/GVXHOB5D/F38IWUPGVXHOB5D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/IWUP/GVXHOB5D/F38IWUPGVXHOB5D.SMALL.jpg liba_hunt Multimeter probe caps are good to have because they keep probes clean and also keep me from poking myself  badly sometimes, clumsy as I am. But they are small and round - everything that it takes to go lost. Something has to be done. Get some air curing putty that can adhere to this plastic in ques...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 21:13:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Glass-4-in-1-Office-Productivity-Tool/
Magnetic Glass 4 in 1 Productivity Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RRRE/GVIYJJD3/FT5RRREGVIYJJD3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RRRE/GVIYJJD3/FT5RRREGVIYJJD3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RRRE/GVIYJJD3/FT5RRREGVIYJJD3.SMALL.jpg LifeWarrior I've recently started a new job where it looks like I am going to have to take a lot of temporary notes, and being the out of the box thinker that I came up with the idea to build a small personal dry erase board. But it occurred to me that it had to serve more than one purpose (not to mention I wan...
By: LifeWarrior

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:27:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Anti-Static-Mat/
DIY Anti Static Mat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/ZM10/GVEI9L93/F53ZM10GVEI9L93.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/ZM10/GVEI9L93/F53ZM10GVEI9L93.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/ZM10/GVEI9L93/F53ZM10GVEI9L93.SMALL.jpg Maker T Elam An inexpensive solution to a reasonably expensive, albeit necessary, electronic soldering accessory. This is my first Instructable! Please give advice, constructive criticism, AND PRAISE! (I can't believe I forgot to list the last one. Jeez!!! :) [EDIT: As one commenter suggested, (and I failed ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 03:44:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Wire-Foam-Cutter-2/
Hot Wire Foam Cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/4E4C/GV7CY5O4/F6G4E4CGV7CY5O4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/4E4C/GV7CY5O4/F6G4E4CGV7CY5O4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/4E4C/GV7CY5O4/F6G4E4CGV7CY5O4.SMALL.jpg bg6qam Controllable Adjustable Safety  Isolation 20V3A power conversion, Chinese woodworking saws, 2, guitar strings, dimmer switch. Tighten the pvc pipe by rotating the guitar strings. Done little to improve, add the root diameter of 8 mm compression spring about 10 mm long. Circuit 2 guitar str...
By: bg6qam

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 11:41:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Materials-and-Tools/
$1 GearPuller made at Techshop.ws - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/4ZYF/GV0RRMJV/FXW4ZYFGV0RRMJV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/4ZYF/GV0RRMJV/FXW4ZYFGV0RRMJV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/4ZYF/GV0RRMJV/FXW4ZYFGV0RRMJV.SMALL.jpg stevepurcell I couldn't pull a pulley/gear off a scratched motor shaft and I couldn't find a puller in nearby stores. So, I made this simple gear puller at the TechShop.ws in Menlo Park, California. Materials and Tools MATERIALS: 2 inches of: 1.5 inch x 0.06 inch Hot Rolled Mild Steel Square Tube A513 [On...
By: stevepurcell

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:42:42 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...
By: jazzzzzz

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 ...
By: pfred2

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2011 11:34:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Water-Distiller-For-5/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/I61J/GYDLNWZE/F6LI61JGYDLNWZE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/I61J/GYDLNWZE/F6LI61JGYDLNWZE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/I61J/GYDLNWZE/F6LI61JGYDLNWZE.SMALL.jpg The Daily Prep In a survival situation, water is life. And when the only water you have is contaminated, distilling is a method that can still purify water to make it safe for drinking. However, many distillers are either very expensive, very large, or both. In this video, I give you a look at how to make your ow...
By: The Daily Prep

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