3 Phase Switch Gear

[shaftsinkerawc]

Has anyone scrapped any and know how to get these graphite tubes out? Thanks and Have a Great day.

 

[MarcoP]

Stolen phrase "when in doubt, smash it!" ... kidding. Did you try heating the metal base around the bottom of the graphite tube and then try to pull the tube out while still hot?

 

[GotTheBug]

Which part are you trying to save, the graphite or the housing?

 

[shaftsinkerawc]

Trying to save the graphite tube. No particular reason, just like to keep things whole. Looks like a small threaded insert that the graphite goes through, just can't seem to get on it. Not worth the gas to heat or try and cut it out, Thanks.

 

[g_axelsson]

Sacrifice one and break it, then you might find out how you should have done it or if it's possible even.

Göran

 

[scrapman1077]

I see a slot in the "insert" might have a taper on it, look at both side if one is larger hit the smaller with a drive punch.

 

[shaftsinkerawc]

Thanks for looking and the suggestions. What I thought was threads was a washer. It was a taper fit and took a good smack to break the friction. Have a great day.

 

[Barren Realms 007]

Now that you have it out if you will look at it closer you should find that the part is made from fiberglass and not graphite.

 

[shaftsinkerawc]

Yes I chipped one and it's not graphite, thanks.

 

[resabed01]

Nice chunk of aluminum