Black Diamond Honeybee Ballpoint Pen Kit Instructions
- August 29, 2024
- BLACK-DIAMOND
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Black Diamond Honeybee Ballpoint Pen Kit
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: Honeybee Ballpoint Pen Kit
- Required Accessories:
- 7mm pen mandrel
- 3piece Honeybe e B ushing Set
- 10m m & 25/64” Drill bit
- Unive rsal Barr el Tr immer
- Live T ail stock C ente r
- 2 part ep oxy gl ue or instacure glue
- Mi nimum Bl ank size: 3/4” x 3/4” x 2-5/32”
Product Usage Instructions
Preparing the Blanks:
- Select the desired material for your pen blanks.
- Cut the material to the appropriate size for the pen kit.
- Ensure the blanks are smooth and free of any imperfections.
Turning the Blanks:
- Secure the blank in a lathe using the appropriate chuck or mandrel.
- Use turning tools to shape the blank into the desired pen design.
- Sand the blank to achieve a smooth finish.
Pen Assembly:
- Insert the pen refill into one end of the pen barrel.
- Attach the pen components according to the kit instructions.
- Ensure all parts fit securely and align properly.
FAQ
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Q: What type of refill does the pen kit use?
A: The Honeybee Ballpoint Pen Kit typically uses a standard ballpoint pen refill. -
Q: Can I use different materials for the pen blanks?
A: Yes, you can use a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, or resin for the pen blanks as long as they are compatible with turning.
Preparing the Blanks
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Prepare a master blank of at least 3/4” square. Cut two sections to the length of each tube. (Add 1/16” for trimming)
Mark the center of each blank. -
Drill a centered hole lengthwise through each blank.
Upper blank (shorter tube)—drill a 10mm hole through.
Lower blank (longer tube)—drill a 25/64” hole through. -
Glue each tube in the proper blank. Spread the glue over each tube. Insert the tube into the blank with a twisting motion to spread the glue evenly inside. Center each tube lengthwise inside the blank.
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When glue dries, square the ends of each blank.
Turning the Blanks
- Mount the bushings and blanks on the mandrel according to the Diagram above.
- Thread on the knurled nut and hand tighten to hold all components in place.
- Slide the tailstock up snugly against the mandrel shaft inserting the live center point into the mandrel dimple, lock in place.
- Hand tighten the quill adjustment to firm up the mandrel. (DO NOT overtighten, it could damage the mandrel.
- Using sharp tools, turn the blank down close to the bushing diameter. Turn the barrel (straight or to a profile of your choice)
- Sand the blank down to be flush with the bushings gradually increasing the sandpaper grits.
- Finish the barrel with your choice of polish. Allow sufficient time for the polish to cure.
Pen Assembly
NOTE: Line up the components according to the above picture.
- Press the tip into one end of the lower tube (longer tube)
- Press the center band coupler into the opposite end of the lower tube.
- Remove the protector off the refill, insert the spring over and drop into the opening at the center band coupler.
- Screw the twist mechanism over the refill end.
- Press the center band into the end of the upper tube(shorter tube)
- Press the tube support/ cap coupler into the opposite end of the upper tube.
- Put the pen clip on the cap coupler, then screw the cap over the cap coupler.
- Engage both ends to close the gap in the center.
- The pen operates by twisting the ends to extend or retract the refill.