Hardware Podcasts

Episode 181: Jimmy’s Shopping Voice

Making It · 31 Aug 2018 · 1h 07m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including Diresta’s acquisition of an antique drill press and printing press, Picciuto’s new bar build, and Clagett’s CNC surfacing for an R2D2 project. The episode features a deep dive into shop electrical infrastructure, with Diresta explaining the benefits of 3-phase power, phase converters, and VFDs for running heavy machinery. The hosts also share recommendations for creative content, including 'Brilliant Ideas' and Mark Rober’s rock-skipping robot.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
American Rotary, McMaster-Carr
Products
Blackbeard Projects, Brilliant Ideas, One Day Build, TableEgg, Bridgeport, SawStop
Tools
VFD, CNC, X-Carve

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