[AT] all about running flat belt equipment

Ralph Goff alfg at sasktel.net
Tue Mar 15 19:46:27 PDT 2016


On 3/15/2016 12:04 PM, Steve W. wrote:
>
> Basically the paper ones are stacks of cardboard held together with
> waterproof glue. Then pressed to force the glue through the pores in the
> paper. They set under pressure and heat till the clue dries. Toss them
> on a lathe to true up the surface and you're done.
>
> Paper and leather were used because they were easy to find and easy to
> check for problems. Wood gets used on slower speeds but it has to be
> VERY straight grained and clear of any issues.
>
Its interesting you mention wood as I have wondered if a guy could just 
turn one out on the wood lathe out of a piece of elm or maple.
Or maybe some laminated?

Ralph in Sask.



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