husky410ohio Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 I traced a rusted latch that Strokermj gave me and modeled it in sheet metal on the computer. I want to get a cost to have the flat pattern cut. Would anybody be interested in one? If I have a rough number quantity I will get a price. See picture below Richard
shelbyluvv Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 I'd bite if the price and fit were right.
terrawombat Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Did you model that in SolidWorks? If so, there is a company that has a free add-in where it will look at the part and give you an instant quote based on quantity, material and finish. They're pricey, but they also deliver in 5-7 business days.
husky410ohio Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 It is SolidWorks and I was told that the estimating tool was added in our last upgrade but I have not tried it. I do have several sheet metal suppliers and plan to get several made. The flat pattern is below. The old handle had rivets that I drilled out to remove it. I plan to use shoulder screws with shoulder bushings to attach the new handle.
shelbyluvv Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I think it need another flap under the bottom where you grab it. It will be sharp as hell the way it is now.
terrawombat Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 It is SolidWorks and I was told that the estimating tool was added in our last upgrade but I have not tried it. I do have several sheet metal suppliers and plan to get several made. The flat pattern is below. The old handle had rivets that I drilled out to remove it. I plan to use shoulder screws with shoulder bushings to attach the new handle. No, not the estimating tool. SolidQuote: http://www.rapidsheetmetal.com/solidquote.aspx An actual quote from an actual company on your part in seconds. Although, if you already have established sheet metal vendors then they will likely be much cheaper. I use SolidQuote to refine my designs and figure out ways to make them more efficient for manufacturing, which ultimately means a lower cost part.
outlaw star Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Go for it. There's no one currently making them so it would be wise and if the price is good, people will buy. You won't be rich but who can say no to extra income.
husky410ohio Posted March 4, 2015 Author Posted March 4, 2015 I added a hem fold as shelbyluvv suggested so the handle would not have a sharp edge and sent the drawing out for quote. Best price is $30 each and I would need to add shipping to the cost. After I place the order it will take 2-3 weeks to manufacture. I can ship US Priority mail and delivery is 2-3 business days in the continental US. A flat rate box would cost $12.65 in the continental US but if you want to order please email me your zip code and I can check if a plain US Priority box is best price. Also I can ship International to Canada by US Priority mail International and delivery is 3-5 days. Any other country US Priority mail International is 6-10 day delivery. I can accept Paypal, check or postal money order. Please email me at husky410ohio@aol.com
Zebvance Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 What about aluminum? if you can get the price down lower with that it would be a nice alternative. Along with small boxes that would fit the handle better instead of using a larger flat rate that is wasting space. you might be able to come down on shipping a bit too.
husky410ohio Posted March 4, 2015 Author Posted March 4, 2015 The stainless handle will weigh .75 pound. I thought about aluminum but my experience it always cracked bending 90 degree or more.
terrawombat Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 5052 aluminum won't crack but would need a chromate or anodized finish to be ideal in the environment its going in. 304 is a better option for this. You won't see a huge cost benefit by switching to aluminum on this piece. The bulk of the cost is in the manufacturing of the bends.
Zebvance Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 off topic but if you are interested in producing anything else. I have been in the market for switch panels. or panels with opening for aftermarket gauges. I am looking for panels to fit these specific spots. but have not found anything aftermarket. I imagine you might even be able to produce one panel that will fit in either spot. Something along the Lines of how this one is set up but for the spots I specified…. If you had some I would buy one or two in a heartbeat.
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