Guest hurcorh Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Must be due to all the Covid jazz and issues importing from China i suppose.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgesgiralt Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Hello, There are some on aliexpress. I do know how the pricee is coming for people down under, but same price I got last year. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32902348578.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.1d021e6fJXfEmr&algo_pvid=284ac785-a231-4bb0-a01e-35e5fab349b1&algo_expid=284ac785-a231-4bb0-a01e-35e5fab349b1-2&btsid=0ab6fb8315926382504845188eadf0&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Y Posted June 22, 2020 Author Share Posted June 22, 2020 (edited) Greetings @georgesgiralt - That 6L tank looks exactly the same as ours - model PS-30A (see last image). Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ Edited June 22, 2020 by Owen Y 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgesgiralt Posted June 22, 2020 Share Posted June 22, 2020 You're welcome, there are plenty of sellers on Aliexpress selling exactly the same stuff with different brand names so search for PS-30A. If I'm not mistaken, it seems a lot of companies share the same design and produce quite exactly the same stuff maybe designed by an official agency of some sort. It appears so with an automotive timing lamp I bought 3 years ago. A friend of mine bought one without telling me and the function identically, are very very similar inside but different knobs and brand. Each part on one can go on the other ! Funny ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThirdDrawerDown Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 How does one attach a wall wart to a submersible pump, please? 12v DC and wallwart of suitable amperage. I've asked silly questions before on SNA and will ask silly ones again in the future I'm sure. This is today's. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgesgiralt Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 Hello, Your pump should have a label stating the voltage (12V, obviously) and amperage it needs. You have to buy a power supply apt to deliver 12V at the listed amperage or more (if the pump need 1A, try to find a 2A power supply to have some room). Then, you have to plug one to the other. I see that your pump has a red and a black wire. The power supply you buy may have a plug at the end of the cable. If it has on the case, you'll find the wiring of the plug. Now, up to you, either you find a mating plug and solder it to the pump or you cut the plug and solder the wires directly, put a connector of some sort, or anything that can isolate the wires properly and be sufficiently waterproof (the pump pumps water... so you will have water lying around, and even if 12V is not hazardous, a short may kill your power supply...) Honestly, it is not rocket science. The power supply will have two wires of different colours. As you have the wiring on the case, you can tell which is the "+" and goes to the red one on the pump and which one is the "-" and goes to the black wire on the pump. If you test the pump, install the plumbing first. Most often, these pumps die if run without water in them... Hope this helps 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Jones Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 That pump says 19watts so 1.6 amps I would use a 2amp supply. It also says red + and black - so this is self explanatory. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThirdDrawerDown Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Thank you. The 2 amps figure I wouldn't have got to myself, nor that the pump could die if switched on and nothing to pump. Appreciated. For me, Ohm's Law was so last millennium. I've been cautious ever since seeing a graph which showed that there's little room for error in voltage on wallwarts: when you need 12volt, then use 12 volt not 14 volt or 10 volt. [Rummages through 12v wall warts in box in garage: inventory of 6 at 0.5 to 1 amp, 3 at up to 1.5 amp, 1 at 2 amp and 1 at 2.5amp. The latter allows me to switch between various voltages from 5 to 14]. I'll use the 2 amp. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balk2117 Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 My PS-30A UC just died on me. Not much luck finding a replacement probably due to covid 19. Can someone offer any advice as too where to purchase these. I have tried ebay and Aliexpress. The shipping via Aliexpress is huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Y Posted July 15, 2020 Author Share Posted July 15, 2020 Hi @balk2117 - I was given the following link recently: It's the only one I have at the moment, will let you know if I get any others. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32240043990.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000060.2.76ca1428elQZJs&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller&scm=1007.13339.146401.0&scm_id=1007.13339.146401.0&scm-url=1007.13339.146401.0&pvid=d3e07bec-7188-4ad6-ab85-6f983ec84c83&_t=gps-id:pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller,scm-url:1007.13339.146401.0,pvid:d3e07bec-7188-4ad6-ab85-6f983ec84c83,tpp_buckets:668%230%23131923%2358_668%23808%234094%23129_668%23888%233325%231_668%232846%238109%23247_668%232717%237558%23194__668%233374%2315176%23666 Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balk2117 Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 20 hours ago, Owen Y said: Hi @balk2117 - I was given the following link recently: It's the only one I have at the moment, will let you know if I get any others. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32240043990.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000060.2.76ca1428elQZJs&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller&scm=1007.13339.146401.0&scm_id=1007.13339.146401.0&scm-url=1007.13339.146401.0&pvid=d3e07bec-7188-4ad6-ab85-6f983ec84c83&_t=gps-id:pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller,scm-url:1007.13339.146401.0,pvid:d3e07bec-7188-4ad6-ab85-6f983ec84c83,tpp_buckets:668%230%23131923%2358_668%23808%234094%23129_668%23888%233325%231_668%232846%238109%23247_668%232717%237558%23194__668%233374%2315176%23666 Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ Thanks for that Owen. A very long estimated delivery time. Can these sellers be trusted to deliver? What about the https://unisonics.com.au/collections/commercial-ultrasonic-cleaner/products/fxp12?variant=32134505595015 from an Australian supplier. Much more expensive but it might be a better long term solution assuming Owens adapter fits on the top on this unit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgesgiralt Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 Hello, I've bought some things from Aliexpress. Yes, the delivery time can be awfully long but you are provided with a tracking number. And if for any reason the package does not reach you, or the parcel is not fit for the job or as described you have Aliexpress insurance to reimburse you I used it a couple of time for item not showing. It was really quick. As per your Australian unit, if it is like the one on aliexpress, it may come direct from China. You will support your country buying from them. Customs, taxes and people working there. it's your choice. Bear in mind that some shops are Aliexpress sellers proxy. Hope this helps. P.S. : mine come direct from China. And do a search on aliexpress for PS-30A ultrasonic cleaner and sort by terms like price and/or free shipping and see how it goes. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EV Cali Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, balk2117 said: Thanks for that Owen. A very long estimated delivery time. Can these sellers be trusted to deliver? What about the https://unisonics.com.au/collections/commercial-ultrasonic-cleaner/products/fxp12?variant=32134505595015 from an Australian supplier. Much more expensive but it might be a better long term solution assuming Owens adapter fits on the top on this unit. As you say quite costly. This one appears to be in stock for $212.99 including post from Sydney. Not as cheap as they used to be but that is probably due to covid and supply issues. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6L-Ultrasonic-Cleaner-Cleaning-Industry-Stainless-Steel-Digital-Timer-Heater-AU/183961676594?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130149%26meid%3Db1822480bf3842c5b84fe89be7f9fb3c%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D173240414757%26itm%3D183961676594%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion%26brand%3DVEVOR&_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985 Edited July 16, 2020 by EV Cali 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipey Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) 18 hours ago, EV Cali said: As you say quite costly. This one appears to be in stock for $212.99 including post from Sydney. Not as cheap as they used to be but that is probably due to covid and supply issues. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6L-Ultrasonic-Cleaner-Cleaning-Industry-Stainless-Steel-Digital-Timer-Heater-AU/183961676594?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130149%26meid%3Db1822480bf3842c5b84fe89be7f9fb3c%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D173240414757%26itm%3D183961676594%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion%26brand%3DVEVOR&_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985 I ordered mine last night and got a notification that it's been posted. I didn't want to go through aliexpress. Cheers @EV Cali Edited July 17, 2020 by Pipey 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipey Posted July 18, 2020 Share Posted July 18, 2020 I see the rotisserie motor is available from Bunnings if you'd prefer not to wait for delivery. https://www.bunnings.com.au/gasmate-240v-rotisserie-motor_p3180311 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balk2117 Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 On 16/07/2020 at 4:16 PM, EV Cali said: As you say quite costly. This one appears to be in stock for $212.99 including post from Sydney. Not as cheap as they used to be but that is probably due to covid and supply issues. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6L-Ultrasonic-Cleaner-Cleaning-Industry-Stainless-Steel-Digital-Timer-Heater-AU/183961676594?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130149%26meid%3Db1822480bf3842c5b84fe89be7f9fb3c%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D173240414757%26itm%3D183961676594%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion%26brand%3DVEVOR&_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985 Thanks for the link. Just managed to purchase another one from Amazon for $209 with free shipping. Lets hope this last longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7droid Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 On 19/07/2020 at 10:28 AM, balk2117 said: Thanks for the link. Just managed to purchase another one from Amazon for $209 with free shipping. Lets hope this last longer. Hi, did you got it at a discount? I tried to search it in amazon ang can't find it for $209. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balk2117 Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 On 16/08/2020 at 12:52 PM, 7droid said: Hi, did you got it at a discount? I tried to search it in amazon ang can't find it for $209. Yes, that's what I paid for it with free delivery. It has arrived and I have done one clean with this new UC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyflip Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 On 16/07/2020 at 4:16 PM, EV Cali said: As you say quite costly. This one appears to be in stock for $212.99 including post from Sydney. Not as cheap as they used to be but that is probably due to covid and supply issues. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6L-Ultrasonic-Cleaner-Cleaning-Industry-Stainless-Steel-Digital-Timer-Heater-AU/183961676594?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130149%26meid%3Db1822480bf3842c5b84fe89be7f9fb3c%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D173240414757%26itm%3D183961676594%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion%26brand%3DVEVOR&_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985 I contacted the Seller and asked about the Warranty. He says they will offer 2 years - but I'm skeptical about the return/replacement. Having had two units both fail in the last year, I'm more skeptical than ever, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipey Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Got my kit yesterday and put all the pieces together this morning. Waiting on the reagents now so I can start cleaning. But I’m impatient. Has anyone used Finish or something readily available at Coles or bunnings for a surfactant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Y Posted August 18, 2020 Author Share Posted August 18, 2020 Hi @Pipey - you can ultrasonic clean quite well with just plain water. The surfactant adds some 'detergent' action esp. if your records are v dirty & speeds up air-drying by surface filming. If you vacuum-dry, then the latter is un-important. I think the surfactant/detergent cleaned vinyl tracks better afterwards too. I'd avoid unnecessary contaminants. Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie_bird Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 I'm keen to give this or something similar a go, but this thread is now 50 pages long. Is there a Bill of Materials or a summary to assemble this DIY cleaner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Y Posted August 28, 2020 Author Share Posted August 28, 2020 (edited) Hi @charlie_bird, a a quick summary.... Our DIY Ultrasonic Record Cleaner was inspired by ideas & work done by others on the 'net (see p.1). A couple of us developed a prototype into a 'kit' (see P.2). Many kits enabled us to place larger batch orders (SS laser-cuts & parts) & then offer attractively priced kits. (Metal lasercutting is contracted out to an engineering shop, plastic moulding is done by my son, other parts are ordered in. Some machine work, cleaning up, pre-assembly & packing etc is largely done by me. We cover our costs + a bit for our time. We are spare-time enthusiasts, this is not an all-out business ) EDIT: I forgot, current price of the 'kit' is A$149 + airmail postage $15 approx. You will need to buy: - Ultrasonic Cleaner Tank model PS-30A, 6L/6.5L size. - 'Gasmate' BBQ Rotisserie motor (eg. from Bunnings, as below) More info on this blog page - https://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/2017/05/12/ultrasonic-record-cleaning-pt-2/ Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ Edited August 28, 2020 by Owen Y 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader82 Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Was going to buy some of this to make a cleaning solution, and now it's sold out (in a suburb where everyone's panic buying water!) I hope people know it's dangerous to drink de-mineralised water! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Y Posted November 16, 2020 Author Share Posted November 16, 2020 Just a wee update.... We have a new laser-cutter for the SS frame & plates. This is a new test-batch of plates, just arrived. Looks clean & tidy, no burrs, burns, dimensionally v good.... Cheers, Owen Dark Lantern blog - http://darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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