washer maker

[spazola]

Here is my new washer maker, it is two pieces of steel held together with roll-pins. I got the idea form Alexander Weygers Complete Modern Blacksmith book. I drilled one hole, put in the roll-pin, then drilled and installed the second roll-pin. After that I drilled the remaining holes for the washer Id's and Od's. I then counter sinked the bottom so the parts would come out easier. The die works with regular punches but I made a punch with a replaceable center to aid in the centering of the washers. I ended up hardening the parts but I am not sure that it was necessary. I ground some clearance on the inside face along the side edges so that I can stick a screw driver in to pry the halves apart.


If you need washers, have a drill press and are bored, making one might be a good way to stay entertained.


Charlie