Hi, all help please. I wish to build a model magnetic table/chuck, just like the eclipse one on my surface grinder, but smaller, say 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 inch.
Searching the Internet has provided schematics of how tables should be constructed, but no precise drawings or construction notes listing material. I have acquired neodymium magnets, bright mild steel and brass insulation, but its just not working. The flux is just not strong enough to hold a work piece.
Should I be trying to get softer iron, or different magnets?
Advice and guidance greatly received. You might question why I want to do it, when I already have a table… well its just because I want to, and the more I am failing the more I want to meet the challenge