G Scale Model Train Forum banner
Cancel

Stamping Brass Bolts

1396 Views 4 Replies 4 Participants Last post by  Burl, 
C
I had an Idea of making a press similair ti a reloading press or an upolstery button press. The idea would be to hold some threaded or unthreaded brass rod
then pull down the lever and a die peens over the rod to for a head which could be filed square. I'm thinking 1-72 and 0-80 size rod, Making the press would be easy enough but holding the rod so it does not slip is beyond me. Any idea?
Reply
Save
Like
1 - 1 of 5 Posts
pk
Chris,

Maybe save yourself some trouble and check the McMaster Carr book. Or website. Check this link:

http://www.mcmaster.com/#brass-machine-screws/=lcyyp

They have the sizes your after as well as many others in several different head styles.

MicroMark has a good selection as well:

http://www.micromark.com/hardware.html

I've found them to be a bit more expensive than McMaster Carr but they carry some items the other doesn't.

YMMV,
pk
See less See more
Reply
Save
Like
1 - 1 of 5 Posts
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
G Scale Model Train Forum
A forum community dedicated to G scale model train owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about collections, displays, models, styles, scales, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!
Full Forum Listing
Explore Our Forums
Live Steam Public Forum Beginner's Forum Model Making Track, Trestles, Bridges and Roadbed
Top