ricosheawabbit Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 If this is the wrong place to post this, please forgive me, my first time. Question is: Is there a min and max number of cases you can put in a Dillon XL650 case feeder in 38 special, 45acp and 223? I looked in the "search" area but came up empty. I have scoured Dillon's owner manuals that I have and can not find that answer. I could call Dillon, but this is so much more fun and informative. Thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 More angels than one could fit on the head of a pin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinL911 Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 Keep adding until the clutch starts slipping, then back it off a touch. But seriously, I'm not sure. I put roughly 1/5-1/6 of the case capacity in, and then just grab a handful every once in awhile and toss it up there. I really need to get a mirror setup in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricosheawabbit Posted May 19, 2012 Author Share Posted May 19, 2012 Keep adding until the clutch starts slipping, then back it off a touch. But seriously, I'm not sure. I put roughly 1/5-1/6 of the case capacity in, and then just grab a handful every once in awhile and toss it up there. I really need to get a mirror setup in place. OK, 1/5 to 1/6 of WHAT case capacity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retread1911 Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 I have found with the newer case feeders you cannot run more than a couple hundred at any given time. So start with a couple hundred and add every time you get up to put in primers. So the 1/5 is the overall volume of the feeder itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricosheawabbit Posted May 19, 2012 Author Share Posted May 19, 2012 Thanks Retread I have since gone over the assembly instructions again and discovered they say to fill the hopper no more than half full. I was looking for a number which is why I missed it. Half full will work for me. As for the min number I'm sure anything will most likely work. I'll just throw in a handfull and see. Thanks again for your reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 I load it with 4-500 9mm's and it does not struggle in the least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizer67 Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 I've put over 600 9mm in at one time, with nary an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21 shooter Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Interesting. If I put 500 in mine it will grind to a halt. Of course, it does have some age on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 I tried loading more than 200 into the casefeeder and my new casefeeder would struggle and often stop. I grab about 8 handfulls (.40) which is about 200 and throw them in when first starting the loading session. When I reload primers I then dump in some more cases. Casefeeder seems to run better this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtGoat Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I tried loading more than 200 into the casefeeder and my new casefeeder would struggle and often stop. I grab about 8 handfulls (.40) which is about 200 and throw them in when first starting the loading session. When I reload primers I then dump in some more cases. Casefeeder seems to run better this way. Which plate do you use for the 40 S&W...small pistol or large pistol? I am currently looking to add 40S&W to my 650 capability and it has been sooo long since I reloaded on it least ways purchased caliber change "stuff" that I am starting from scratch.. Thanks Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I tried loading more than 200 into the casefeeder and my new casefeeder would struggle and often stop. I grab about 8 handfulls (.40) which is about 200 and throw them in when first starting the loading session. When I reload primers I then dump in some more cases. Casefeeder seems to run better this way. Which plate do you use for the 40 S&W...small pistol or large pistol? I am currently looking to add 40S&W to my 650 capability and it has been sooo long since I reloaded on it least ways purchased caliber change "stuff" that I am starting from scratch.. Thanks Pat 40 will work with either plate according to Dillon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj mike Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I use the small plate for 40 and have no problems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98sr20ve Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 To many cases can lead to flipped cases. Just try it and see. I use a double scoop out of a cup I had laying around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Pistolero Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 What's different about the new case feeders? I tightened the clutch all the way and dump 1000 9x23 cases in there. No probs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtGoat Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 I have the 45ACP plate so will give it a try. Thanks Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dab Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I can put in about 200-300 .45 cases before the casefeeder stops moving. Usually, I can just move the cases around so all the weight isn't on one spot of the casefeeder plate and it starts turning again. Why does a new vs. old casefeeder make a difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS350Driver Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I have found with the newer case feeders you cannot run more than a couple hundred at any given time. So start with a couple hundred and add every time you get up to put in primers. So the 1/5 is the overall volume of the feeder itself. This is what I do and it seems to work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perrysho Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 HILLBILLY METHODOLOGY: Use a TUBA-WARE bowl 7"x5"x2" deep, it holds about 200 .40 S&W. It will tell you when it need re-filling. About 2 years old, has never had a single failure, bought from Brian Enos set-up for .40s. Have FUN, Be SAFE, Perry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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