Turn Your FX-120i into a Prometheus

[Elwood]

The new trickler will not require lubrication and will be really nice. If you can wait 4 weeks then holding off would not be a bad idea.

Adam are we able to upgrade with the original trickler, or do we have to purchase a completely new unit again?

There's a lot interest being generated in the UK now.

 

[adamjmac]

Adam are we able to upgrade with the original trickler, or do we have to purchase a completely new unit again?

There's a lot interest being generated in the UK now.

There will be an upgrade for sure. Just the minimal components to replace the trickler.

 

[Mooster1223]

Adam, will the new trickler have a longer spout? I'd like to get the tray off of the edge of the pan. I received my Sartorius scale yesterday and I'm holding off until you release the "new" trickler. Thanks.

 

[adamjmac]

Adam, will the new trickler have a longer spout? I'd like to get the tray off of the edge of the pan. I received my Sartorius scale yesterday and I'm holding off until you release the "new" trickler. Thanks.

Yes it will. It measures 6" from the opposite side of the trickler. We got as much as we could out of a 6" tube.

Adam

 

[muleystalker]

Adam, are you going to be making a version to work with the Gem Pro 250?

 

[jlow]

Adam, are you going to be making a version to work with the Gem Pro 250?

I would not think it is possible since it has no communication ports.

 

[spclark]

Before I ordered Adam's creation I asked him whether something similar might be forthcoming for my DI MMX123. He convinced me it wouldn't really be worth the effort due mostly to not being suitable for a trickler to be driven by slower responding units.

He's targeted a couple of current products that are priced to our market; if one desires benefit of his automating technology, one has to accept the cost of ownership being (roughly) that of taking up a non-standard cartridge - with the scale the greatest expense.

 

[adamjmac]

The trickler is really meant for high end scales and wouldn't work very well with others.

 

[Sheldon N]

Adam, are you going to be making a version to work with the Gem Pro 250?

Like jlow said it can't work due to no communication port. However, you can get decently fast with a GemPro or other scale that accurately weighs to the kernel using a revised kernel counting technique rather than a "trickling" approach. I'm currently able to charge 50 cases in 18 minutes, accurate to within .02 gr. Drop me a PM if you want specifics or I can start a new thread and not derail this one.

 

[muleystalker]

Like jlow said it can't work due to no communication port. However, you can get decently fast with a GemPro or other scale that accurately weighs to the kernel using a revised kernel counting technique rather than a "trickling" approach. I'm currently able to charge 50 cases in 18 minutes, accurate to within .02 gr. Drop me a PM if you want specifics or I can start a new thread and not derail this one.

Sorry, I must have missed that post, thanks Dave

 

[adamjmac]

The new V2 trickler is now available for order!

With bushings and a much improved design, the new machined trickler addresses the major concerns raised in this forum. Available as an upgrade for $65. Details on the website: autotrickler.com

I have also created a facebook page (www.facebook.com/autotrickler) please 'like' it.

 

[Cujo]

That looks nice. How does it mount to your 3D printed base?

 

[adamjmac]

That looks nice. How does it mount to your 3D printed base?

Three screws. The upgrade kit will include a slightly different mount.

 

[J-rod]

Nice execution sir

 

[skiutah02]

Darn. Pulled the trigger a few weeks too early....

 

[ramesrames]

Three screws. The upgrade kit will include a slightly different mount.

Is new motor stand required for mounting? Can you show mounting method?

 

[adamjmac]

Is new motor stand required for mounting? Can you show mounting method?

The new mount has a flat top and there are three threaded screw holes in the bottom of the flat bottom trickler. This ensures it is installed straight. The upgrade kit includes the mount and trickler already screwed together. You just put your motor into the new mount. The tube ends up at the same height.

 

[ramesrames]

Great, nice job

 

[Judd]

I ordered the trickler update, thanks Adam. I'm looking forward to see if the fully automated can get accomplished at a compact size and affordable price.

 

[ab_bentley]

This kid will be driving a Ferrari to school before the summer break starts.

I have to quote this, now that there's 550+ comments. Also the fact I just bought mine.
Adam