tumbler for dry media?

[TrxR]

What type tumbler for dry media like walnut shells or corn cob? can a rotary style be used or only a vibratory style?

Thanks

 

[NorCalMikie]

Rotary works better than the vibrator. Been told that with the vibrator, stuff settles to the bottom. (?) I use a Thumbler's Tumbler, the BIG one, wet or dry. Wouldn't use anything else.

 

[3Ackleys]

I have both. with walnut media the vibratory is a little faster. Nothing settles to the bottom of a vibratory.
You can see in this video at about :45

 

[Dusty Stevens]

Ive had the big huge dillon for 25yrs or so. While i havent used it but maybe 2-3 times since ive seen how ss pins actually clean brass it still works well. No telling how many hours it has on it. Used to run 24/7 when i shot pistols.

 

[ebb]

Ive got the smaller Dillon, seems really tough.

 

[JMayo]

Harborfreight one here. Lizard media.
I don't use it any more ...

 

[dickn52]

Seond Thumlers Tumbler. I have two cans...one for wet with SS media and the other with walnut treated with Arsenal polish for simple dry cleaning.

 

[Papa Charlie]

I have been using the Lyman Turbo for four years now. Works exceptionally well. The media lasts forever. Still working on my first gallon jug of Walnut Shells and I shoot a lot between rifle and pistal close to 4000 rounds a year.

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[dogdude]

Berry's vibratory does what the other vibratory's do ..but with much less Noise !

 

[TrxR]

Does anyone wet tumble without the pins? My brass will be used for benchrest or f class so it doesn't get very dirty as it never hits the ground. im looking for a way to do a clean after salt bath annealing or neck turning.

Also will a person have problems with dinged necks if only tumbling 50 to 100 pieces at a time?

Thanks.

 

[Delfuego]

Berry's here! Been happy with it. Media is Zilla Lizard cage walnut mix from the pet store. Just got a buddy to switch and he is super happy! Cheap and lasts forever.

Pro-Tip: Add a little mineral spirits and used dryer sheets to help with dust. Nu-Finish car polish if you want some shine...

 

[Jdne5b]

I run a big rotary with dry media. Works well, and if you play with the ratios, its not much different than a vibrator.

I can run wet or dry.. although Ive stopped wet tumbling.

 

[TrxR]

I run a big rotary with dry media. Works well, and if you play with the ratios, its not much different than a vibrator.

I can run wet or dry.. although Ive stopped wet tumbling.

Whats the specs on that motor? Ive got an old 1/3hp 1750rpm motor off a old wood furnace blower.
It might work for something like that.

 

[Jdne5b]

1/3HP 1725rpm. The plans I followed I believe called for 1/4hp, but found a deal on this one so I over built. Final drive target the 75-90rpm range.

More details here - https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/130815-my-home-built-wet-tumbler/

 

[MislMan]

Does anyone wet tumble without the pins? My brass will be used for benchrest or f class so it doesn't get very dirty as it never hits the ground. im looking for a way to do a clean after salt bath annealing or neck turning.

Also will a person have problems with dinged necks if only tumbling 50 to 100 pieces at a time?

Thanks.

I also shoot benchrest, salt bath anneal. Then I clean brass in ultrasonic cleaner for 15 minutes. Just a little bit of Dawn dish cleaner followed by a clear water rinse. Works well for me.