Create a jigsaw like motion with an electric motor?
#1
04-26-17, 06:39 PM
Create a jigsaw like motion with an electric motor?
I like to create a rock/stone sifter. I found this YouTube video
https://youtu.be/yVrIgGAO_-s
tutorial and I think they're using a jigsaw to run the sifter. I want to purchase this electric motor and run the sifter. However, I like to know what accessories I would need to convert the rotational motion into a jigsaw like motion. Electric motor recommendation is also appreciated.
#3
04-26-17, 07:41 PM
Group Moderator
I don't think you'd find the parts you need in a store... those parts are custom fabricated for jobs like that. The first place you might check would be Ebay.
#5
04-27-17, 02:51 AM
Most better saws, whether jig or reciprocating have the capability of two motions. Linear and oscillating. One may be better for your application than the other. Just for info.
#6
04-27-17, 06:16 AM
Member
Circular to Linear Motion
A rotating disk with a stud near the circumference will do it. Will try to do a diagram and post.
Here is a rough diagram:
Here is a rough diagram:
Last edited by Wirepuller38; 04-27-17 at 06:32 AM.
#9
04-28-17, 11:14 AM
Group Moderator
I once made a power sifter. I made the sides of a box out of wood and stapled hardware cloth to the bottom. Then I strongly attached an electric motor to the box. On the motor's shaft I attached a steel arm so when the motor spun it was out of balance and caused the whole box to shake. Then I hung the frame with ropes so it could shake/vibrate freely.
#10
04-29-17, 06:35 AM
Member
Actuator
Would this linear actuator works for what I wnated to do?
#11
04-29-17, 07:14 AM
It will take a little bit of time and creativity, but, for overall strength and durability, I don't think you could beat something like either the diagram that Wirepuller made or the description that Pilot Dane provided. Maybe it's my conservative nature, but I don't see a jig saw lasting too long with the extended run time that I think you're looking for.
#13
05-02-17, 06:39 AM
Group Moderator
I used my shaker for heavy duty soil sifting. One was for sifting/sorting compost while the other was used on a firing range to recover bullets from the soil. In both cases dirt was loaded in by the shovel full and it proved quite durable.
