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    need ideas for putting a mirror finish on high carbon steel and 316L stainless steel. currently hand sanding to 2000 grit then buff with chromium oxide. any quicker easier ways? typical item is 6" by 1".

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    Electropolishing. Google it.

    An open mind is a virtue...so long as all the common sense has not leaked out.


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    I built a vibratory polisher for this.

    Here is my first video, have a look on youtube for others.



    Does similar sized parts in 20 - 30 mins.

    Sven http://www.cnczone.com/forums/diy-cnc-router-table-machines/320812-aluminium-1250x1250x250-router.html


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    Sven, that vibe video is cool. Had to post it on the 'Cookbook.

    Cheers,

    BW

    Try G-Wizard Machinist's Calculator for free:
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    Thanks Bob, very nice!

    I now realise that I do not have pictures or video of the end result.

    I now do get 316 stainless to a shine. ( and the machine is self contained now

    Sven http://www.cnczone.com/forums/diy-cnc-router-table-machines/320812-aluminium-1250x1250x250-router.html


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