Tuesday, 27 September 2011

4800uF 450VDC capacitor charger

All the parts I used to make this came from one thing that I took apart, which was an AF 5000 AC frequency drive. My dad, uncle, and grandpa made the wooden base and I did all the wiring and placing of the components. The first video is before I took the AF 5000 apart and the other one is of the cap...
By: Jimmy Proton

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/4800uF-450VDC-capacitor-charger/

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Monday, 26 September 2011

knex 27' t bucket

i build about a week a go my computer broke so i could nt do anything , so here it is.
By: lukas rider

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/knex-27-t-bucket/

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Surival Series: Basic Altoid Survival Kit

Every want to learn how to make an Altoid Survival Kit Easy? Well, you have come to the right place! Assembling your kit What I have in mine top to bottom and left to right: Altoid Tin (where I taped on the inside cover- emergency info and Exotac adhesive match striker). First row:...
By: teensurvival1

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Surival-Series-Basic-Altoid-Survival-Kit/

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DIY Ladder: Clever Uses For An Old Ladder

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Take an old ladder to new heights with these fun craft-it-yourself ideas.

I'm willing to bet that you have an old step ladder in your garage or basement. You know the one -- covered in old paint with the wobbly leg. Too bad it's useless, right? Wrong! You can reuse that old ladder without stepping on a single rung. Here are a few fun ways to re-purpose that ladder and put it to good use around the house, without spending a dime.

diy ladderPhotos: Charles Walton IV for Southern Living/Deborah Ory for Woman's Day



If your ladder is a bit dingy, clean it up, scrape or sand off the old paint unless you're going for that shabby chic look. Tighten up that wobbly leg, and try one of these nifty ideas:

1. Bookshelf. You've seen ladder-shaped bookshelves, right? Well, obviously, they were inspired by the real thing. You can use an old ladder as a bookshelf and save yourself a lot of cash while still getting the same look.

2. Pot rack. How fun is this idea we spotted over on Woman's Day? Just take an old ladder and place it on its side, affix to the ceiling and use it to hang your pots and pans!

diy ladderDo these photos inspire you to dig up your old ladder? Photos: This Old House/Living, Etc

3. Towel rack. You know those ladder towel racks that run upwards of $50 or even $75? Why not use your old ladder instead and save that money for some new bath salts or a towel upgrade?

diy ladderAn instant purse rack! Photo: Holly Becker, decor8

4. Plant stand. You can actually buy ladder plant stands, but why spend $99 when you have a free one collecting dust?

5. Closet organizer. Ladies, do you want somewhere to hang or rest your purse collection? What about sweaters, or maybe you need somewhere to hang your pants or rest your shoes? An old ladder in the closet is a great place to organize your clothing and accessories.

6. Nightstand. If your ladder has flat rungs that are like small shelves, you can use a ladder as a nightstand. Simply place the ladder next to the bed and use the rungs to place your alarm clock, books or magazines and phone (or whatever else you keep next to the bed).

7. Wall decor. Hang an old ladder on the wall as art! Paint it a fun color to match your room, or affix family memorabilia to the rungs and use it as a wall display.

Want more repurposing ideas? Check out 5 things you can do with an old t-shirt.

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/09/14/diy-ladder/

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Preventing Woodpecker Holes

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Woodpeckers peck holes in search for food. Here are some tips for preventing woodpecker holes in wooden fence posts.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/887_Preventing_Woodpecker_Holes.shtml

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Plant Pillows

These are instructions for knitting and planting something that we call a Plant Pillow. When planted, you can hang it in your garden or elsewhere for an extra bit of colour.  The Plant Pillow is a slight variation on the open top Plant Pocket . In this version, the front and back are the same leng...
By: hchamp

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Plant-Pillows/

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Reclaimed Pinewood Flooring with Herringbone Pattern

You may think of pine as a rustic flooring choice, ideal for ski lodges and cabins in the woods, but it can be given a modern look too. Even reclaimed antique pinewood boards can look great in many settings. These...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/reclaimed_pinewood_flooring.php

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