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--- equipment:metalshop:metallathe:tdi [2024/04/06 11:46] – ralawrence
+++ equipment:metalshop:metallathe:tdi [2024/11/19 21:42] (current) – external edit 127.0.0.1
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 ==== Thread Indicator Dial ====
-CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE
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 The TID is normally not left fitted to the Lathe to reduce ware.
-All design files are available on Thingiverse INSERT A LINK HERE
+All design files for making the TIDs are available at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6566719
 ==== To fit the Thread Indicator Dial:- ====
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 ==== Which Thread Indicator Dial to use:- ====
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-Best guess is that when using the M setting use the BLUE TID with 21 tooth gear otherwise use the GREEN TID with 20 tooth gear
+It would appear that when using the M setting you need to use the BLUE TID with 21 tooth gear otherwise use the GREEN TID with 20 tooth gear
 ==== How to use Thread Indicator Dial:- ====
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+Be very careful when thread cutting the carriage can move very fast towards the Headstock or Tailstock.
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