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Ci1 Easy Rougher question

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Alex Ku

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I need a favor from somebody who owns a Easy Rougher.
I am making DIY Ci1 and trying to find out how thick is Ci1 shank tip. It's the part where the cutter is sitting on.



Thanks,
Alex
 
I don't know that measurement, but plan on the thickness of the bar stock minus the thickness of the cutter.

I have the Ci1 and Ci2 tools ... they are AWESOME! Just buy one and support another turner!
 
Shafts are made of stainless. Cutters are carbide. Price is right. I don't think it is worth the effort to DYI when these tools are already priced right. The only drawback (flaw?) I have found is the tiny little hex opening in the set screw. Buy several extra screws cuz they are a bugger to remove, especially after you have roughed out a bunch of bowls.
They are great for roughing out the inside of end grain bowls. I hope Craig jackson introduces a beefier model for getting a little deeper into the bowls.
 
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captjim said:
Shafts are made of stainless. Cutters are carbide. Price is right. I don't think it is worth the effort to DYI when these tools are already priced right. The only drawback (flaw?) I have found is the tiny little hex opening in the set screw. .... I hope Craig jackson introduces a beefier model for getting a little deeper into the bowls.
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Took me less than 20 min. to make one. I didn't have to wait till Craig introduces a beefier model. I have introduced it myself. 🙂 Mine has 5/8"x5/8" stainless shank and is longer. I've used bigger screws too. Since my shank is bigger it's not straight square bar like original Ci1. It tapers at working end to 1/2". I guess if Craig were to sell a similar model it would probably cost $150

My total cost $21 ($13 cuter from Craig plus stainless bar $8)
I can post some pictures later.

P.S. It was so easy to make I am planning to make more. I'll experiment with hex shank. It might be helpful to be able to position cutter at 45 degrees for shearing cut.

As for cutters I found similar cutters (Made in Germany) on eBay($30 for 10 pieces, free shipping)
 
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Alex,

Depending how hard I squeeze my calipers I get between 5/8" and 19/64". But there is only 1/64" difference between those two numbers.

I have no problem with anyone making a similar tool, but I like Craig and am happy to send him money. I agree about getting additional set screws. Of course remembering where you put them is a whole different story.
 
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Frank Townend said:
Alex,

Depending how hard I squeeze my calipers I get between 5/8" and 19/64". But there is only 1/64" difference between those two numbers.

I have no problem with anyone making a similar tool, but I like Craig and am happy to send him money. I agree about getting additional set screws. Of course remembering where you put them is a whole different story.
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Thank you Frank.
 
Sounds like you built something good, Alex. I'd like to see some pictures.

As for the screws, I haven't experienced that yet (as a problem), but I can imagine it will be as they get gunked up after some roughing.

As for making your own tool, I am all for that ... be innovative and creative. But at the same time, support "our" community when you can.:cool2:
 
I did support our community a little bit. 🙂
Bought three cutters from Craig.

BTW I've made an experimental "shear cut" version of my easy rougher.
What can I say... I can get 400 grit finish easily on outside of a bowls. Have not tried on inside yet.
I am going to make a second, improved version of it and then I post some pictures.
 
captjim said:
The only drawback (flaw?) I have found is the tiny little hex opening in the set screw. Buy several extra screws cuz they are a bugger to remove, especially after you have roughed out a bunch of bowls.
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If you're having problems with 'gunk' (technical term) in the Torx or set screw opening, simply fill it with some wax while you are using the tool and then melt it out by gently heating with a small torch or dissolving it in some lacquer thinner.

Although I have not tried this, I have also heard of others who have put a dab of silicone sealant over the opening, and then clearing it out with a needle when it's time to change bits..... can't understand the difference between picking-out silicone versus picking-out wood gunk at that stage...

I can tell you that using the wax works....although I normally don't do it too often.

Turn safely.

Rob Wallace
 
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