[donkjc2]

Your very welcome. Thats what this site is all about, helping each other out. As for the lexan, it could be any size you want. That was just a piece I had lying around. I was in a hurry to try mine out so I just used what I had handy.

[gfpsr]

Originally Posted by snookin4

I saw the other past on this but, does anyone have plans/instructions to make their own Fluid bed for powder paint? I haven't seen one up close, but they just look like a chamber to allow air through the bottom of the paint. Seems like you could just rig up an air chamber and create your own size one. I was thinking that a coffee filter may even work as the membrane for air to pass through.
I'm just curious if anyone has tried this.

component paint systems has the membrain filters that is where i got mine i i uesd 3 inch pvc pipe and pvc flat end cap i drilled small hole on side of end cap for airline

[spinnerman]

What is the material in the bottom of the fluid bed and where can you get it
Thanks spinnerman

[gfpsr]

gfpsr hi spinnerman you can get the material from component paint.com the also sell the cups with the waffers in then are buy the waffers seperate.i think the cups sell for $12 apeace

[Urbanafishnguy]

man what a site this is I have only been here a few days and have learned so many things!!! I really like the way everyone is so helpful and willing to share their info with everyone. This is really a breath of fresh air in todays world. I am "hooked" on this site for sure. Thanks to everyone that has answered my questions and to all those that will be answering all my stupid questions.
Mike

[gilly]

gfpsr hi spinnerman you can get the material from component paint.com the also sell the cups with the waffers in then are buy the waffers seperate.i think the cups sell for $12 apeace hey guys i cant find these anywhere could you post the link please? thank you.

[crappie35]

DONCJC2 I tried your link for your site to look at your pictures of your fluid bed. Could not get into site. I am interested in trying this. I usually dip my jigs. However I have come into some powder paint recently and I think this would be the way to go. Could you please e-mail me those pics www.crappie35@aol.com Thankswww.crappie35@aol.com

[Headstamp]

Hello all. New guy here. Thoroughly fascinated with eventually making a fluid bed myself. How is the "membrane" retained on the bottom of the paint cup?

The link to rock bottom lures is dead. Are there any pictures/plans anywhere else?

Thanks

[kelly]

Go and get a short peace of 2" abs pipe, one 2" coupling and one 2" test cap, and abs glue and 1/4 water valve. cut the pipe one 4" long and one 1/2" long. glue the short peace in the coupling and glue the test cap to that so one side is closed. drill a 1/4" hole in the bottom side next to the closed side and screw the 1/4" valve in the hole it will thread its self. for the filter take a brown bag 2"x4"x8" used for a sack lunch. put it on top of the coupling and push the pipe in holding the bag in place. add your air supply to the 1/4" fitting and turn it on with powder in it. Only about 1/2 the cup it will add volume with air. It will take practice to get air adjusted might make a mess your first time but live and learn. good luck!!!

[Headstamp]

Thanks a lot! One question, regarding the paper bag. Do I cut a square out of it or simply place the whole bag over the coupling. Won't the bottom of the bag where all the glued flaps are interfere with air flow? I'm also assuming you trim away the excess bag material. Sorry, just trying to visualize this.

I'm assuming ABS is a better material to use than PVC. I know ABS fittings tend to "Dry fit" into each other better at any rate.

What size aquarium pump have you guys settled on for a fluid bed this size?

Thanks very much for your time and valuable info on this.