07-17-2018, 09:22 AM
I had some projects that I wanted to make from used aluminum, but am quickly learning that not all aluminum is the same.
I'll probably take William's advice that any parts that are extremely critical, and difficult to monitor should be made from new or otherwise "known" aluminum alloys.
Any lab equipment that is 10+ years old will show up on E-Bay and government auctions for pennies on the dollar. But, may be broken, with limited manufacturer's support, and etc.
I see there is about a 50 year old flame photometer on E-Bay now. Perhaps I would have a chance of getting it working and it would be good to practice with.
For a qualitative analysis, perhaps I should just try burning some shavings with my torch and see what happens.
I'll probably take William's advice that any parts that are extremely critical, and difficult to monitor should be made from new or otherwise "known" aluminum alloys.
Any lab equipment that is 10+ years old will show up on E-Bay and government auctions for pennies on the dollar. But, may be broken, with limited manufacturer's support, and etc.
I see there is about a 50 year old flame photometer on E-Bay now. Perhaps I would have a chance of getting it working and it would be good to practice with.
For a qualitative analysis, perhaps I should just try burning some shavings with my torch and see what happens.