I mounted mine on a piece of scrap lumber about 12”x18”, off center so the handle hangs down the side edge. Then I can move it to wherever I want and clamp to a table using D clamps. Portable.
Hi Andrew I suggest you locate the mill about 3 in behind the parallel line that you would draw from the closed jaws of the vise. When the jaws are parallel with the front of the table. This allows the vise to hold items that extend past the rolling mill with out having to swivel the vise base. Thank You for sharing with everyone. I was in a really small shop one time and had to add a sheet of 3/4 in plywood to beef up the shop door to hold extra weight. Then built a table almost identical to yours here and braced it on the back of the door. It cleared everything perfect and I didn't loose my rolling mill.
Too bad you're video did come sooner. I mounted my mill to a hd steel bench, although its not bolted too the wall, it does not wabble. The bench is bolted too the floor. I feel reassured with you're video, thanks! 😊👌
Hi Andrew... I am getting a foredom pendant motor but the stands seem very expensive. Do you have any tips for motor stands, how to make or buy a cheap but usable one?
Oh and amazon has a super cheap stand for rotary tools that havr flex shaft attachments that will work just the same. I have my old flex shaft hooked onto it to use when i need to grind non precious metals.
Shop-less hobbyist in an apartment: I had the same quandry. I solved it by mounting my 25kg Pepetools rolling mill (130mm Combo) to 37x56cm piece of plywood. I added 4 cm plywood strips on the long sides, so when the plywood plate sits on top of an old square side/coffee table (3cm mdf with steel tube legs), the side strips reach below and hold the edges of the side table, preventing the plywood from moving/sliding. The table is fairly low, 49 cm off the ground. I sit on a small step stool when I use it. When I need the rolling mill to disappear I remove the crank, place the rolling mill+plywood on the floor, and the table sits neatly on top. I then slide everything under a dropleaf table in my hallway, and it's gone. Prior to using it the first time, I thought I would have to brace with a knee on top to keep the plywood in place, but turns out it's not needed. The mill wants to twist or possibly tip if unfastened, so my setup is all that was needed.
You said you made the rolling mill bench speicifically for the rolling mill. Do you have a drawing with specifications of the sizes of pieces and the materials used for the table?
I do. watch many of your vidos . But as I do watcth them, I feel mostly the same about them , in as I. feel they are Way too long winded as is most of your videos & is why I'm not a Subscriber .Sorry ,because I do feel that your videos are. very informative , but could be shortened by 50% and be just as informative , but more interesting to your viewer base ..
Thanks for this video . Was looking for ideas of a rolling mill stand
I appreciate everything you have done Andrew
Great tips. Cant wait to get my first rolling mill. But first, ATB membership and then Sievert torch and bottle.
Thanks Andrew.
I mounted mine on a piece of scrap lumber about 12”x18”, off center so the handle hangs down the side edge. Then I can move it to wherever I want and clamp to a table using D clamps. Portable.
Thank you, I waiting for my heavy mill to arrive, this video was just perfect for me ^_^
Thank you, Andrew, as usual, your videos are always very helpful.
Thank you very much Sir, I am taking advantage of your valuable experience.
What do you use to secure the stand to the floor? Is it just screwed down? Thanks!
Hi Andrew
I suggest you locate the mill about 3 in behind the parallel line that you would draw from the closed jaws of the vise. When the jaws are parallel with the front of the table. This allows the vise to hold items that extend past the rolling mill with out having to swivel the vise base. Thank You for sharing with everyone. I was in a really small shop one time and had to add a sheet of 3/4 in plywood to beef up the shop door to hold extra weight. Then built a table almost identical to yours here and braced it on the back of the door. It cleared everything perfect and I didn't loose my rolling mill.
Too bad you're video did come sooner. I mounted my mill to a hd steel bench, although its not bolted too the wall, it does not wabble. The bench is bolted too the floor. I feel reassured with you're video, thanks! 😊👌
Great advice!
This intro is everything! Bwahahaha!
Hi Andrew... I am getting a foredom pendant motor but the stands seem very expensive. Do you have any tips for motor stands, how to make or buy a cheap but usable one?
I bolted a metal drawer handle to the post of my bench and took a metal shower curtain hook and hooked it to the motor onto the handle.:)
Oh and amazon has a super cheap stand for rotary tools that havr flex shaft attachments that will work just the same. I have my old flex shaft hooked onto it to use when i need to grind non precious metals.
We need one for the hobbyist. That would only use a mill now and then. P,ease x🤗
Shop-less hobbyist in an apartment: I had the same quandry. I solved it by mounting my 25kg Pepetools rolling mill (130mm Combo) to 37x56cm piece of plywood. I added 4 cm plywood strips on the long sides, so when the plywood plate sits on top of an old square side/coffee table (3cm mdf with steel tube legs), the side strips reach below and hold the edges of the side table, preventing the plywood from moving/sliding.
The table is fairly low, 49 cm off the ground. I sit on a small step stool when I use it. When I need the rolling mill to disappear I remove the crank, place the rolling mill+plywood on the floor, and the table sits neatly on top. I then slide everything under a dropleaf table in my hallway, and it's gone.
Prior to using it the first time, I thought I would have to brace with a knee on top to keep the plywood in place, but turns out it's not needed. The mill wants to twist or possibly tip if unfastened, so my setup is all that was needed.
You said you made the rolling mill bench speicifically for the rolling mill. Do you have a drawing with specifications of the sizes of pieces and the materials used for the table?
I just used a kitchen worktop that has sturdy legs and screwed to the wall so it doesn’t move
Can this be used to straighten 10awg copper wire?
Heavy wood or steel table attached a wall is a better option for many people here in 🇺🇸 not as many people with single family units as their once was.
put it in my shop :)
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I do. watch many of your vidos . But as I do watcth them, I feel mostly the same about them , in as I. feel they are Way too long winded as is most of your videos & is why I'm not a Subscriber .Sorry ,because I do feel that your videos are. very informative , but could be shortened by 50% and be just as informative , but more interesting to your viewer base ..
DUDE!!!! that is how you get back issues or Hemorrhoids.... at least get a lift belt.