Hello,
I originally intended to design and build a beam engine as my first home project but I decided I should learn to run before I can walk. Especially as I have now got a new (to me) mill and lathe as well various other equipment I thought a quick to start little project to get me going would be just right.
I had a bit of time today so I put together some plans. They are a bit rough and definitely WIP. If anyone would like to cast their eye over them for some critique I would be very appreciative. I am interested in all comments especially about the material choice. I have gone mostly for aesthetics with my choices but I would like to know if they are also practicable.
The drawings dont show some details including threads or dimensions at the moment so that may clear up some confusion. I am intending to make the plans available to all once they are all finished and dimensioned. Some suggestions as to which formats people would like the drawings in would be good. I can produce most.
The engine will most likely be run on compressed air but I would like it to be able to run on steam. Are there measures I need to take to protect for this option?
Thank you in advance.
Mike
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_1.pdf
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_2.pdf
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_3.pdf
I originally intended to design and build a beam engine as my first home project but I decided I should learn to run before I can walk. Especially as I have now got a new (to me) mill and lathe as well various other equipment I thought a quick to start little project to get me going would be just right.
I had a bit of time today so I put together some plans. They are a bit rough and definitely WIP. If anyone would like to cast their eye over them for some critique I would be very appreciative. I am interested in all comments especially about the material choice. I have gone mostly for aesthetics with my choices but I would like to know if they are also practicable.
The drawings dont show some details including threads or dimensions at the moment so that may clear up some confusion. I am intending to make the plans available to all once they are all finished and dimensioned. Some suggestions as to which formats people would like the drawings in would be good. I can produce most.
The engine will most likely be run on compressed air but I would like it to be able to run on steam. Are there measures I need to take to protect for this option?
Thank you in advance.
Mike
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_1.pdf
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_2.pdf
View attachment Wobbler Drawings WIP_Sheet_3.pdf