Topic: los angeles class 1/80th scale static diving rc submarine (Read 37487 times)

Subculture · « **Reply #100 on:** June 03, 2012, 08:51:42 pm »

These guys sell o-rings in most materials available, unfortunately £10 minimum order

http://www.polymax.co.uk

Bohemia Seal (Czech Republic!). No minimum order, but range limited to nitrile o-rings mostly- http://stores.ebay.com/BOHEMIA-SEAL/NBR-70-ShA-NBR-IRHD-73-/_i.html?_fsub=719406012&_sid=887830602&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322

triumphjon · « **Reply #101 on:** June 03, 2012, 09:52:47 pm »

ive also looked online for local companies , having been involved with hydraulics ( ex service engineer for linde fork lift trucks ) and laterly in the maintenance department at trelleberg ( ( formerly dowty seals ) ) im sure we can source the required seals locally !

Subculture · « **Reply #102 on:** June 03, 2012, 10:11:08 pm »

Fairy snuff. But if you can't, then those guys probably will be able to sort you out with what you need.

BailingBen · « **Reply #103 on:** June 03, 2012, 11:09:27 pm »

the sub wont go down and no soggy electronics they will be teseted completely gutted and in a bath

john s 2 · « **Reply #104 on:** June 03, 2012, 11:24:12 pm »

Ben please remember that water pressure increases with depth. A bath test sadly will not create much pressure. Wishing you well John.

triumphjon · « **Reply #105 on:** June 04, 2012, 07:11:44 am »

and doesnt presure change dependant on type of water ? ie salt , differing to brackish , or fresh water ? ? has anybody tried the lipped seals like those used in hydraulic rams ,

Davy1 · « **Reply #106 on:** June 04, 2012, 08:58:45 am »

I've used this supplier 2 or 3 times in the past. Reliable and good for O rings and also shaft oil seals (e.g Simrit.)
Not particularly expensive.

http://simplybearings.co.uk/shop/index.html

It may also be worth trying car parts suppliers. I like the idea of going along with your WTC for a fitting! I must try it the next time I go to Halfords - I can't see why they would be unhelpful.

David

thegrimreaper · « **Reply #107 on:** June 04, 2012, 11:10:09 am »

I agree with Davy1 on his choice of supplier used them my self a few times now reasonable prices usually next day delivery and seal well within tollarances requiered and a British firm to boot. Its a false economy to think you can make them yourself as stated in an earlier post a bath test will confirm no leaks at about a foot deep at the best when you get down to 4,6,or even 10 foot thats when leaks show up. super glue will also go brittle over time and also in the cold ambient temprature of your tube when submerged. Believe me kk their is notheing better than making something yourself cheaper but some thing you shouldnt leave to chance mate.

Regards Mark.

U-33 · « **Reply #108 on:** June 04, 2012, 03:39:25 pm »

Ben....take heed of Mark's words of wisdom. If I were you, I'd hold on until Alfold...have a chat to Nigel or David or Alf about o rings.

Rich

triumphjon · « **Reply #109 on:** June 04, 2012, 07:46:34 pm »

just been told of a supplier of o rings and seals locally , company is in waterlooville !

BailingBen · « **Reply #110 on:** June 05, 2012, 09:19:55 pm »

well i guess it would be some what iditic to go against all your hmmm how to put it words comment ideas you get what im trying to say (hopefully) anywhoo im doing the steering and dive planes linking them up geting um working ect back to the motor can one person give me a place i can get them and what i need cheaply taa

kk

triumphjon · « **Reply #111 on:** June 05, 2012, 10:42:02 pm »

locally , its flowseal @ waterlooville , can suppy almost every shape & size you require , for donations to petrol fund you could get a lift !

offshore1987 · « **Reply #112 on:** June 05, 2012, 11:02:55 pm »

Cant say better than that ^^

Daniel

BailingBen · « **Reply #113 on:** June 06, 2012, 09:24:26 am »

im onto motors now jin though may take you up on that offer

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #114 on:** June 06, 2012, 10:25:45 am »

I'll raid my father inlaws O ring stash

What size do you need roughly? and Ill send a few in the post for you to try out... just PM me your address

oh and motors I have a Carson poison Truck motor (6500rpm@7.2V) motor if you want it... just pay the postage
http://www.carson-modelsport.com/en/products/electronic/electricmotors/produktdetails.htm?sArtNr=500906023
I had it in my king hauler RC truck and it has some serious torque and a low amp draw

BailingBen · « **Reply #115 on:** June 06, 2012, 11:19:30 am »

ok thanks essex2visuvesi to save stuffing stuff in post are you going to alfold charity model boat show this weekend ?

U-33 · « **Reply #116 on:** June 06, 2012, 11:21:04 am »

Ben....check his location. It's a long way from Finland!!

offshore1987 · « **Reply #117 on:** June 06, 2012, 01:17:08 pm »

Dosnt seem much point in sortin motors out if the things going to sink? Water tight first then put the nice bits in?

( rushing to get the thing in the water will only end in water rushing in the thing )

Daniel

U-33 · « **Reply #118 on:** June 06, 2012, 01:32:25 pm »

Quote from: offshore1987 on June 06, 2012, 01:17:08 pm

Dosnt seem much point in sortin motors out if the things going to sink? Water tight first then put the nice bits in? ( rushing to get the thing in the water will only end in water rushing in the thing )

Daniel

Well said, that man!

Rich

BailingBen · « **Reply #119 on:** June 06, 2012, 01:47:28 pm »

but without knowing how big the motor is i cant re seal the endcap motor mount so i need to do that first

and oh year but wich of the three finlands does he live in

kk

U-33 · « **Reply #120 on:** June 06, 2012, 02:34:52 pm »

Then use a sensible motor mount, attached to the equipment tray...

triumphjon · « **Reply #121 on:** June 06, 2012, 02:59:50 pm »

im sure im not missing the point , using a commercially available o ring / seal , will mean you are able to remove the end cap in the future should it be required ?

Subculture · « **Reply #122 on:** June 06, 2012, 03:50:34 pm »

Well the motor looks like a 500 size job, so should just be a straight swap with what you have, but...!

It's a motor designed for 7.2volts, not 12 volts. Even on the required volts RPM is a bit high, but better than the motor you have.

You can run a lower voltage system, but will your water pump make good pressure on lower volts? Try it and see, or go back to plan 'b' and fit the 555 or a gearbox to the exisiting job.

BailingBen · « **Reply #123 on:** June 06, 2012, 04:54:55 pm »

i think i will go to plan b the pump isnt very good on 7.2 v or 6 v

U-33 · « **Reply #124 on:** June 06, 2012, 05:42:12 pm »

I gave you a 12volt gel cell, didn't I?

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