MBRP S6126409 T409 Stainless Steel Turbo Back Single Side Exit Exhaust System Review
Saturday, November 26, 2011
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Friday, November 25, 2011
Exhaust Systems For Laser Engravers "Suck"
Exhaust Systems For Laser Engravers "Suck"
These days, as laser engraving becomes more and more popular, the need for proper ventilation and fume removal is often overlooked. There are three basic methods; direct ventilation out of the building, tapping into a large air handling system, or a stand-alone filtered system. There are advantages and disadvantages to each which will be addressed. It is important to note that most flatbed lasers are operated in a retail environment, relatively small shops or are even home based so not every method of ventilation is applicable.
Laser engraving is very versatile and a wide variety of materials can be processed with attractive results. Because of the diversity of the substrates it is imperative that dust, debris and fumes be efficiently removed from the laser enclosure. The need to ventilate is not unimportant. Considerations include safety, potential damage to the laser and work environment.
Safety for the operator and other personnel in the shop should be paramount for any employer. Lasing is a thermal process and as such the material is burned, melted and vaporized. Some plastics are even toxic when they are heated and the fumes can be harmful when inhaled. To address this all lasers come equipped with a fume removal port that allows external connections.
Air is "pulled" through this port by the vacuum unit and away from the lasing area. What happens to that particle laden air is what differentiates the three ventilation methods.
The simplest method is to use a blower system that draws the air through a hose which is then ported outside the building. This is certainly functional but typically does not handle odor or the fumes very well and often there is a strong residual smell in the work area. In addition, certain parts of the country have EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) rules that prohibit pumping toxic elements into the air. Blower motors tend to operate at a fairly high decibel level so they can be quite loud. The blower motors themselves are inexpensive, but sometimes there are modifications required to the building itself that can drive the overall costs to install up.
In industrial environments there are sometimes existing air handlers that can be tapped into via the laser exhaust port. These very large devices are filtered such that the air they expel in to atmosphere has been "scrubbed" and is not toxic. In most cases they comply with the local EPA restrictions and are totally safe. However these are physically large, expensive units that are designed for use in manufacturing plants and are overkill if purchased solely to operate that standard laser engraving system. If such a system exists in your building by all means explore this as an alternative for your ventilation needs, but make sure that the system has the capacity needed for the laser when venting other equipment in the facility at 100% volume.
The third alternative is a self contained, multi-stage filtered device. As with the others, it attaches to the port on the laser but then draws the air through a series of filters that serve to remove large particles, gasses and odors. The air that is vented from the unit is usually 99% odor free and is safe to inhale. These devices are relatively small, very quiet and are portable. The filters are consumable items and have various operating durations based on usage and the particulate being filtered.
The filter system consists of a large particle filter/or catch bag, a HEPA filter and either an active chemical filter or activated charcoal reservoir. All of the filter elements can be replaced by the user with very little effort. Unlike the other configurations which are hard plumbed to the laser, the stand-alone units are mounted on wheels and can be easily relocated within the shop at the operator's convenience. This makes them the preferred solution for smaller shops and home based businesses.
There are a number of vendors such as Quatro, TBH, Purex and others. If this seems to the best alternative for you take the time to evaluate the systems including the Db level and the consumable costs.
Protecting the laser is also a consideration. Some plastics produce caustic and molten particulate that can infiltrate the moving parts of the laser gantry. In some instances, this can cause rust or non-typical wear on components which can affect the life of the motors, belts, screws and consequently can deteriorate the performance and output of the machine. Out gassing and smoke caused by lasing plastic, wood or coated materials can adhere to the optical components of the unit. Dirty mirrors or lenses lead to low output power or back reflection issues that can result in damage to the system. All adequately sized fume removal systems should have the air volume capabilities to protect the mechanical elements and optical components from these air born particles. All laser manufacturers should be able to provide the CFM requirements for their laser models which can then be used to size the proper exhaust unit.
Having a comfortable work environment is a goal of most shop owners. Managing the odors caused by processing wood, leather, plastics or rubber is part of the effort to keep the employees happy and productive. If you have ever had to smell some of the materials mentioned burning it is obvious how unpleasant it can be. If you take this one step further and consider the customers in the shop you can see how managing the fumes and odors should be a priority. Some vendors operate lasers in malls or other retail locations so courtesy for the storefront next to yours, should not be discounted. The last thing you want to do is to drive your customers out of the shop due to a very manageable situation.
Whether you have already purchased a laser engraver or you are investigating adding one to your shop, do your due diligence when selecting a ventilation method also. The laser is an investment in your business so maximize your return by choosing the proper exhaust system that will extend the life of the machine and provide a safe comfortable working environment for you and your employees.
I'll be happy to provide advice should anyone wish to contact me.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
A Redneck MacGyver bankrupt repair!!
A Redneck MacGyver bankrupt repair!! Video Clips.
I hate exhaust work and don't have torches, so I did a redneck MacGyver sort of repair for a loose connection between my exhaust manifold and my Y pipe. There was nothing I could think of that would do the trick so I fashioned 3 custom clamps out of some beam clamps I bought at a couple bucks each. Check it out... Worked great, I'm actually going to do the same thing on the other side!! The muffler man can rape me some other time when i am more prepared financially.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Part 3 of 3 - Suzuki SV650 Slip On Exhaust Install - Delkevic Carbon Fiber Mini
Part 3 of 3 - Suzuki SV650 Slip On Exhaust Install - Delkevic Carbon Fiber Mini On YouTube.
This is a step-by-step walk through (PART 3 of 3) of the installation of my new Delkevic Carbon Fiber Mini Exhaust. The video talks about required tools, parts, and discusses some hints and tips along the way. I am not affiliated with Delkevic, this is my own personal installation video. Please work carefully and always follow any manufacturer recommendations for the best installation. Please rate the video if you found it helpful!
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
APR B8 S5 RSC Exhaust and Stage III Supercharger System!
APR B8 S5 RSC Exhaust and Stage III Supercharger System! Video Clips.
Reflective Sound Cancellation allows for maximum exhaust gas flow while completely eliminating in cabin sound resonance (drone). RSC™ incorporates innovative technologies developed in conjunction with NASA. With limited use of packing materials and no baffles, RSC™ allows for a completely straight and free flowing exhaust path through the RSC™ mufflers. Reflective Cancellation bounces the undesirable sound waves into each other to attenuate the wave and completely eliminate the low frequency tones that create drone. Each RSC™ muffler is tuned to eliminate specific, undesirable sound frequencies allowing only the engine's desirable exhaust notes to be heard and improving performance. The B8 S5 in the video has an APR Stage III Supercharger System, APR RSC Performance Exhaust with Diamond Black Tips and an APR Carbonio Intake System.
Keywords: APR, Audi, B8, S5, 4.2L, FSI, V8, Supercharger, RSC, Exhaust, Carbonio, Intake, Stage III, Stage 3
Monday, November 21, 2011
Water Softener Systems: Learn How They Work
Water Softener Systems: Learn How They Work
Hard water can be very harmful and difficult to use. It can clog the pipes, reduce the lather producing quality of soap and can react with soap to create a sticky scum. It is not at all useful for household purposes.
Hence, water softening by installing water softener systems is very essential. Hard water contains magnesium and calcium. This leads to its unproductive ability. By using one of these systems, you can very easily get rid of these problems. They replace the magnesium and calcium ions in the hard water with sodium ions. The sodium ions reduce the chances of pipe blockage and reduction in the formation of soap lather. The following article will give you a detailed review about the working of water softener systems.
The basic functioning of these softeners is very simple. The water in the house runs through a pipe system imbibed with small plastic beads. The plastic beads are made up of zeolite which is nothing but sodium ions. As the water touches these beads the magnesium and calcium ions are replaced with sodium ions. The beads in the softener need to be changed in periodic intervals because the zeolite in the systems wears out eventually. As the zeolite wears out there is nothing but magnesium and calcium ions left on the plastic beads. This acts against the ability of water filtration systems and makes the water hard once again. This is when the chemical matrix or the zeolite from the systems needs to be regenerated.
Regeneration is a very simple process. As mentioned earlier the sodium ions from the plastic beads wear out, hence, the plastic beads have to be soaked in a stream or a solution of sodium ions. You must have noticed that water softener systems are usually loaded with salt. As we all know salt is a very good and strong example of sodium chloride and that is why we fill them with salt. As we pour the salt, the water treatment system mixes up a brine strong solution with the salt and flushes the solution through the beads and the zeolite. The brine solution flushed through the system once again replaces the magnesium and calcium ions with sodium ions. The remaining brine, calcium and magnesium ions are flushed through the drainage pipe of the softener. Please note that water softener systems can emit around 25 gallons i.e. 95 liters of salty water. This happens especially after regenerating the systems. People who happen to have lead pipes should make it a point to remove the lead pipes from their systems and replace them with ordinary pipes. Lead pipes in water softener systems may disturb the entire flow of water and result in the wearing out of lead.
Thus, we see that by installing water softener systems we can ensure a very safe and healthy atmosphere for ourselves.
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2010 Bentley Azure T Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Tour
2010 Bentley Azure T Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Tour On YouTube.
In thisvideo I give a full in depth tour of the 2010 Bentley Azure T. First off, I apologize for some wind interference, it was quite a windy day in vegas. I take viewers on a close look through the interior and exterior of this car while showing details, over viewing of features, and noting unique styling cues to the vehicle itself. I also show the engine and the details of it, start it up and see how it sounds under acceleration. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
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