need help with static

[rvander1]

Hi everyone,
I have a Niel Jones powder measure I picked up used- and Niel Jones rebuilt it this winter.
Problem is, there seems to be quite a bit of static cling of especially spherical powders,H335).
Niel Jones,in his literature) recommends Radio Shack anti static spray- but at least my Radio Shack doesn't carry any anti static spray .
What do you folks use for static problems in powder measures?
Thanks,
Bob

 

[Cheaha]

I use those disposable dryer static cling sheets that my wife throws in the dryer. I keep one in the shop for powder funnels and such...

 

[rvander1]

thansk -- I'll give that a try--

Bob

 

[tightneck]

I'll second dryer sheets, last time I had to use one on my Harrell's was about a year ago, and I use this measure weekly.

 

[rvander1]

Thanks for the help,
Between rubbing the measure down with the dryer sheets and throwing about 100 charges- the problem seems to have been solved.

 

[chino1969]

I run powdered graphite in the drop tube with masking tape on either end so that you can shake the drop tube and coat the interior.
Chino69

 

[rvander1]

Chino69,
Where do you get the powdered graphite?
Bob

 

[croberts]

The dryer sheets will work fine, I also spray stadic grard down in the tube and let it dry. The graphite can be attained at a John Deere Dealer. You can get 1 lb for around 4 dollars.

 

[chino1969]

Chino69,
Where do you get the powdered graphite?
Bob

Any hardware store or Home Depot, etc. should have powdered graphite. It is used to lubricate the inside of lock mechanisms.
Chino69

 

[rvander1]

Thanks to everyone,
I tried John Deere, and they only had graphite in a liquid suspension- I didn't want to use that.
An auto parts store had dry graphite- I recall using that for car locks. I think I'm all set- thanks!
Bob

 

[chris308]

I`ve read that some folks have even grounded the dispensers to a water pipe,etc.. depending on the stand it sits on or were your loading room is located.