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Threading machines

Also called threading wheel

Benchtop machines that turn the pipe at a set angle so a wrapped thread of glass comes out even every time.

What it is

A benchtop machine that holds and turns the pipe for threading. Spiral Arts’ adjusts and locks into position, with a gauge for setting the angle;⁠⁠[1] Steinert’s multi-positional threading wheel has replaceable bearings and bushings.⁠⁠[2]

How it’s used

It’s for spiral wraps of thread: the point, in Spiral Arts’ words, is getting “that spiral wrap the same every time”.⁠⁠[1]

Sources

  1. Spiral Arts — Threading Machine
  2. Steinert Industries — Threading Wheel

Threading machines in the archive 2

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Threading MachineAn adjustable jig for winding consistent spiral threads. It locks in position and has an angle gauge for repeatable setups. Spiral Arts 1
Threading WheelA multi-position benchtop threading wheel for winding threads. Replacement bearings and bushings are available. Steinert Industries 1