Swing Boom Arm

[Mario Turcot]

Hello all,

While I am almost done with the Kapex stand (missing a hadwood top) I worked on a swing boom arm to go with the CT-26. I want it to be able to accommodate the kapex, CNC and MFT without having to move the vac.

Here the prototype I came with so far
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It is a very simple setup using a 1" electrical pipe (EMT). I will use an iVac switch at the CT-26 to power the vac and tool on a separate circuit. A 14ag power cord is running into the pipe with a wood plug to protect from wearing against the pipe. As you can see on the pict I have a receptacle (split) every two studs.

For those interested, the pipe bending specs are:

Beak - 25deg @ 6",
Neck - 45deg @ 30"
Leg -  45deg @ 54"

I have a CNC gcode file to cut the wall brackets made of BB 12mm doubled.

I'll post more picts tonight

Mario

 

[duc996]

Nice boom arm.......you need more clamps! J/k!

 

[mwildt]

Be careful the electrical wire does not chafe on the metal conduit, prime example for a short  [eek] [eek]

 

[bnaboatbuilder]

I really like it. I was planning to make a wood boom arm but this is simple and works. I already have a conduit bender. The ends can just be dipped in Plastidip liquid. I might do a trombone style version with inset conduit for extension in the work space.

 

[Mario Turcot]

Nice boom arm.......you need more clamps! J/k!

Thanks, actually on that picture you don't see half of the clamps . But you never have too many clamps

 

[live4ever]

Love it!  Economical and simple. 

 

[Mario Turcot]

Be careful the electrical wire does not chafe on the metal conduit, prime example for a short  [eek] [eek]

I thought about it. Here how I solv that issue
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Wood plug with a splitter at the end for;

1) plug it-cord
2) standard cord (Kapex and CNC)

It's still a prototype. I put up an iVac behind the CT-26 already to not worries using the Kapex in combination with the vac.

Mario

 

[ChuckM]

Did I spot a surveillance camera there?! (I have a wireless motion-detect camera in the garage hooked up to my cellphone so I can leave my shop door open, if desired.)

What is that 20amp wall outlet intended for?

And are you plugging the auto switch into the same circuit outlets? It appears so in the photo.

 

[Vondawg]

Mario
Is this just for power (no mention of vac hose) or do you strap the  hose underneath ?

 

[Mario Turcot]

Did I spot a surveillance camera there?! (I have a wireless motion-detect camera in the garage hooked up to my cellphone so I can leave my shop door open, if desired.)

What is that 20amp wall outlet intended for?

And are you plugging the auto switch into the same circuit outlets? It appears so in the photo.

Yup I have a few Arlo camera watching the shop with a wireless remote lock I can lock unlock the door from anywhere. Mostly to check if it is locked.

The 20A outlets are 220v single phase for bandsaw, planner, jointer etc. I have 7 totals all on a separate breaker. Two are drops from the ceiling for the table saw and bandsaw. I know they don't need to be on their own, but I wire the place like I would do for myself... wait this is MY shop after all

 

[Mario Turcot]

Mario
Is this just for power (no mention of vac hose) or do you strap the  hose underneath ?

[member=41086]Vondawg[/member]

The hose will be strapped on the pipe using velcro bands. If you look closely to my existing hose you will see the blue bands I will be using. Bought a pack of 50 for 15$ a month ago. I am waiting on the new 7m hose coming in April. I will post picts when I get it completed. So far without the hose it comes around 60$

Mario

 

[Sparktrician]

The 20A outlets are 220v single phase for bandsaw, planner, jointer etc. I have 7 totals all on a separate breaker. Two are drops from the ceiling for the table saw and bandsaw. I know they don't need to be on their own, but I wire the place like I would do for myself... wait this is MY shop after all

Wise choice, Mario.  Nothing like a belt and suspenders!  [big grin]  [poke]

 

[Mario Turcot]

Thank you Willy  [big grin]

Funny that you mention suspenders. I still have a few for when I was yuuuuge. I had to loose weight a few years ago and I don't need them anymore  [wink]

Prototype II.

I add 12" to the neck part and redo the upper wall bracket to accomodate the vac hose inside a U shape. I will post a picture tonight. I already put to use the swing arm and i love it. Plugges to the Y connector, I have a plug-it cable and a standard extension cord so I can use it quickly with any plug-it power tool and the Kapex/CNC. I might also change the extension cord running into the pipe from 16ga to 14ga since the Y connector is rated 14ga.

Mario

 

[Sparktrician]

I might also change the extension cord running into the pipe from 16ga to 14ga since the Y connector is rated 14ga.

If you might ever consider running an OF 2200 from that boom arm, you might want to consider using a 12 gauge extension cord that can handle 20 amps.  Just a thought...  [smile]

 

[Mario Turcot]

If you might ever consider running an OF 2200 from that boom arm, you might want to consider using a 12 gauge extension cord that can handle 20 amps.  Just a thought...  [smile]

I tried to find a 12 gauge Y with no success and I don`t want to add more splicing to the wires. All my 110v outlets are on 15A, 14awg as per our local regulation. If ever I get an OF 2200 I will add a dedicated 20A outlet.

Breaking News: The new Braided Sleeve Antistatic Hose, 36mm X 7m has been shipped  [smile]

Mario

 

[Sparktrician]

You have Home Depot where you are, and they offer this one with a triple tap on the end.  Just a thought... 

 

[Mario Turcot]

You have Home Depot where you are, and they offer this one with a triple tap on the end.  Just a thought...

Not available in Canada  [scared]

The closest I could find is the Ridgid one. Look at the price  [eek]

The new braided hose arrived this morning, I will be working on the boom arm tonight and I may just be tempted by the Ridgid option. Darn you!  [tongue]

Mario

 

[Bob D.]

You have Home Depot where you are, and they offer this one with a triple tap on the end.  Just a thought...

Not available in Canada  [scared]

The closest I could find is the Ridgid one. Look at the price  [eek]

The new braided hose arrived this morning, I will be working on the boom arm tonight and I may just be tempted by the Ridgid option. Darn you!  [tongue]

Mario

The RIDGID cord you looked at is an all weather model and also 12 ga. conductors, both of which are good but add to the cost. RIDGID makes (or used to) another cord that is not all weather and should cost a little less. But my thinking would be if you're gonna have a triple tap and potentially two or three tools operating at the same time wouldn't you want a heavy duty cord like this and not some POS 14 or 16 gauge cord.

 

[ChuckM]

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/m...k-extension-cord-12-3-gauge-0522321p.html#srp

From CT...wait till they offer it with a 40% (usually) discount. See the good reviews.

This one, now on sale, is single though:http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/mastercraft-outdoor-extension-cord-0522307p.html#spc

 

[Mario Turcot]

The RIDGID cord you looked at is an all weather model and also 12 ga. conductors, both of which are good but add to the cost. RIDGID makes (or used to) another cord that is not all weather and should cost a little less. But my thinking would be if you're gonna have a triple tap and potentially two or three tools operating at the same time wouldn't you want a heavy duty cord like this and not some POS 14 or 16 gauge cord.

Understood, there will be only one power tool a ta given time. If you look at the pictures there is a Y connector (14awg), from there I will attach a plug-it cable and an additional cable to the CT hose. The reason for a second cable is to accomodate the Kapex 120 and my CNC machine which do not fit with the plug-it cable end. Only one of the cable will be in use. The two cables will be using the same 15amps circuit and the CT-26 a dedicated 15amps circuit.

And yes I am planning to use a more suitable extension cord like a 12awg. Thanks [member=57948]ChuckM[/member] for the CT link. I have to confess I do not visit CT much. I'm having hard time to go to a store with the word Canadian in their banner and that sells more made in China items then anywhere. Todays reality I guess.

Mario