GregInAtl Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) Do any of you that have a XL650 use or have used the Dillon Powder Check Die. If so, do you think it works well (not "do you think it's worth the money", I'll spend the money on it if it works). I saw on another board that some people recommend the RCBS Lock Out Die over the Dillon, any thoughts on that? Edited July 26, 2017 by GregInAtl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEH Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I have it on my press,I like it. Dont go on vacation without it.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotys Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I have the Dillon powder check die and think it is a good safety check. I have no complaints! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I like having it on my press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiggerJJ Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Don't use one, got tired of it honking all the time for no reason. I now just use a visual check in each case for powder before placing a bullet. jj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullet56A Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I have it. Personally I like it. The beep notification is welcome when something happens and theirs no powder charge. Or a double Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanks Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I have a Mr. BulletFeeder in its slot. Also, I just check visually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR8GIFT Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I use one and like it. It only shows double or no charge but it works well for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregInAtl Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 17 minutes ago, GR8GIFT said: I use one and like it. It only shows double or no charge but it works well for me. So, if it's waaaay not enough powder, but it still put some powder in the case, it won't beep? Example. lets say it puts 2.8 gr instead of 4.0, that would be enough to cause a squib, what would it do then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotys Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 You adjust a "V" on the powder measure rod. The buzzer has a pin that aligns to the V, if not aligned, it buzzes. I watch where the buzzer fits in the V, if it looks low, you can measure it. It will definitely alarm on no or double powder. It will alarm at low or high powder also. I've never tried to put a hard number on it, but yes it will alarm on a squib. When I used corn cob media, I've had a few that had a small amount of left over media in a 5.56 brass, it alarmed and gave me a good reason to check out the load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henny Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 The thing I like about the Dillon powder check system is it lets me know if there's some type of debris in the case, I.E. tumbling media, spider web, 22 long rifle case, etc. As Cotys relates, you can tell a lot by watching the "V" too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgh Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 I have one and like it. It does what it is supposed to do but I also do a visual check. I never want a double charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaques Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 I have 2 that I don't use, they just sit in a box. I use that spot for my bullet feeder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwevers Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I have one and like the idea, BUT: I am very hard of hearing and the buzzer is too high pitched. I turned the speaker around and drilled a large hole in the case. I also had a friend wire in a small bulb (wheat germ?) and it hangs down close to the die. Somehow or other I missed a squib load that lodged a bullet in the barrel, but was loud enough to sound OK, and strong enough to cycle my 1911 and chamber the next cartridge. My new barrel will be ready next week. Howard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, hwevers said: I have one and like the idea, BUT: I am very hard of hearing and the buzzer is too high pitched. I turned the speaker around and drilled a large hole in the case. I also had a friend wire in a small bulb (wheat germ?) and it hangs down close to the die. Somehow or other I missed a squib load that lodged a bullet in the barrel, but was loud enough to sound OK, and strong enough to cycle my 1911 and chamber the next cartridge. My new barrel will be ready next week. Howard Ziptie a small auto inspection mirror to the press's frame that reflects directly into the case at the seating station, and get a cheap $3 Walmart clip-on desk lamp and clamp it to the pole that supports the casefeeder. With a ton of light and no need to bend forward, it's much easier to inspect every single case you load visually, after the powder check has done it's job. Edited July 28, 2017 by MemphisMechanic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanks Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 3 hours ago, hwevers said: I have one and like the idea, BUT: I am very hard of hearing and the buzzer is too high pitched. I turned the speaker around and drilled a large hole in the case. I also had a friend wire in a small bulb (wheat germ?) and it hangs down close to the die. ... One other thing is also to have a video system, about $60 in parts. I have one on my 1050 (video below) and will be setting another up on my 650 as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregInAtl Posted July 29, 2017 Author Share Posted July 29, 2017 I think I am going to get one of the Dillon Powder checker dies. You can use it for multiple calibers I believe, right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgh Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 13 hours ago, GregInAtl said: I think I am going to get one of the Dillon Powder checker dies. You can use it for multiple calibers I believe, right Any pistol caliber. Don't know about rifle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotys Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Yep, works for rifle also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaleoMan Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 I have two, one on my .45 ACP toolhead and one on the 9mm. For me, it is a nice safety check, versus visually checking each load. So I can go faster, without worrying. Frankly though, after about 3-4k rounds so far, I've never had it go off, due to some problem. It is pricey, but I like the peace of mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3gunDQ Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 I have a Dillon one lying around here somewhere, pm me if you want it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregInAtl Posted July 30, 2017 Author Share Posted July 30, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, 3gunDQ said: I have a Dillon one lying around here somewhere, pm me if you want it PM coming Edited July 30, 2017 by GregInAtl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelindsey Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 I have 5, one each for each toolhead caliber and love it. I've only been reloading for 5 years and started on the 650 and figured in the beginning it's better to be safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregInAtl Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 15 minutes ago, Mikelindsey said: I have 5, one each for each toolhead caliber and love it. I've only been reloading for 5 years and started on the 650 and figured in the beginning it's better to be safe than sorry. I'm glad you said that. I have one on order from Dillon, should be here this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Want2BS8ed Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 I have 5, one each for each toolhead caliber and love it. I've only been reloading for 5 years and started on the 650 and figured in the beginning it's better to be safe than sorry.For piece of mind, I prefer the redundancy of using the powder check.You don't need one for every head though. Brian (Enos) set me on this path, but the powder check uses the same lower die as the Dillon Powder measure and the rods are available separately. A single screw and the housing/buzzer can moved. I have two powder checks that are shared between two presses and a half-dozen heads. Not a huge savings, but it helps.FWIW the RCBS die works well, but I always found it somewhat jarring when you were into a good rhythm and the press suddenly locked up.MSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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