Strain gauge

#1

Not that I need another project :slight_smile:

But I was thinking if it would be possible to put a strain gauge on the belts, to measure the force with which the tool is pushed through the stock ?

I just milled some cumaru wood, and I had no idea if I was killing my bit, or spending way too much time milling a small piece,…

#2

http://www.wood-database.com/cumaru/
“The heartwood fluoresces under a blacklight, which can help distinguish it from Ipe.” Okay, that would be cool to see!!!

#3

I think I have some UV LED’s somewhere, must give it a try,…