I posted the other day about a problem on my rod wraps having "grit" in the epoxy. I determined that it was not grit, but tiny, microsophic thread fraylings. I am wrapping another rod using a different spool ot thread and I had the same thing happen I also used another thread tensioner. The only thing I can see was the same was the PacBay thread. Have any of you experienced this with PacBay thread? This is only the second spool I've used. I hate cutting off the epoxy and starting over, but it seems to be the only workable solution as i've tried sanding/burning off the little shards. Thanks for your consideration-gb-

If your tension is on the thread that may be the problem ??
Tension too tight ?
What the thread runs though before it gets to the blank ?

Fuzz can also be gotten rid of with a bic lighter --- unless it is the thread ???
Call the supplier and see if he has had any trouble.



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/15/2005 09:45AM by bill boettcher.

I've had this happen when using too much thread tension.

- Sam

Gene,
I know that a lot of people prefer thread tensioners but I think that the best device for holding the thread and providing the proper tension is your fingers. If you practice a little I think that you will find that it is faster, easier and gives you more control to run the thread through your fingers. If you want to stop in the middle of a wrap just put a piece of masking tape on the thread temporarily.
However, I would not suggest this approach when weaving.



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/15/2005 10:40AM by Emory Harry.

I also found that if you run the line through hardware store bought screw in eyelets, that you'll get this issue with any thread you have if the eyelet isn't smooth. And that is regardless of thread tension (although too tight thread is another reason)

Makes a good case for rigging up guides for this funtion, although I don't use anything between the thread spool and the blank but the spring tensioner located on the thread spool spindle/holder.

Domenic

You should try the new thread tension device made by ALL AMERICAN ROLLER GUIDES. The tension is controlled by the attraction of two magnets that is on the threaded rod holding the thread spool. there is nothing that grips the thread.

Kerry

Be carefulwhen using the fingers.I completed a closed butt wrap only to find out that tha ruogh skin on my hands frayed the thread.I now wear a glove due to nature of my profession rough beat up hands are a fact of life.

Freddwhy (Rapt-Ryte)

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

I appreciate all the advice; I am using the little $5 tensioners from Cabela's. On my next wraps I'm going to go back to running the thread thru a large book as I did when I started. I am now under the assumption that I am indeed using too great a tension on my thread, which may cause the problem. Also, maybe using a tensioner that restricts spool movement rather than binding the thread itself may be an alternative. Thanks again-gb-

very very appreciative, it seems ;-)

eeric
fresno, ca.

I apologize; my computer wouldn't function so I hit the send button more than once; did not mean to make repititive posts-gb-