jim6918 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I'm a pretty meticulous (read slow and deliberate) reloader and never turn the shell plate until I am 100% sure everything is kosher. It would be nice if I had some kind of mirror so I could see the powder charge at station 3 before I seat the bullet. The way I sit at the bench, I have to lean in just a little to look down into the case, and I get a stiff neck after a little bit. It would be nice if I could mount a small mirror. I have In-line tool head lighting. I don't want some slap dash thing, and I am not much of a Rube Goldberg. Is there anything after-market available for the 550C? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Auto backup camera with screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatland Shooter Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 4 hours ago, Youngeyes said: Auto backup camera with screen. Do you power this with a battery? battery charger? other? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 It's powered with a 12 volt adapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim6918 Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 26 minutes ago, Youngeyes said: It's powered with a 12 volt adapter That's a nice setup for sure. A little more electronics than I wanted to do, but jeez, it's kewl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 1 hour ago, jim6918 said: That's a nice setup for sure. A little more electronics than I wanted to do, but jeez, it's kewl. Thanks. It's very inexpensive and easy to setup. I've never had any luck with a mirror arrangement. I have a 650 and a 550. This is the easiest and best way I've found to keep an eye on powder. https://www.amazon.com/Backup-Camera-Esky-Guideline-Control/dp/B01ANM5M66?keywords=Rear+Backup+Camera%2C+Esky+8+LED+Night+Vision+Car+Front+with+Guideline%2C+One+Button+Control&qid=1547607742&sr=8-1-fkmrnull&ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1 https://www.amazon.com/Padarsey-Backlight-Serveillance-Satellite-Equipment/dp/B06X1BKZVC?keywords=7+Inch+HD+TFT+800480+Rotating+LCD+Display+Color+Monitor+-+PAL%2FNTSC+2+AV+Input+12~24V+for+Car+Rearview+Backup+Camera%2C+Drone+FPV+Camera%2C+DSLR+Video+Camera%2C+DVD+VCR+Surveillance+System&qid=1547607819&sr=8-1-fkmr1&ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=12+volt+power+supply&crid=JHCL3BKJS7NN&sprefix=12+volt%2Caps%2C156&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvDog Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 The camera setup it a great idea. I may have to look in to some options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim6918 Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 This isn't as high tech, but it looks like it will work for me. The flexible inspection mirror is from Harbor Freight; cost was $7.00. I screwed it to my bench next to the strong mount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjmill87 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 1 hour ago, jim6918 said: This isn't as high tech, but it looks like it will work for me. The flexible inspection mirror is from Harbor Freight; cost was $7.00. I screwed it to my bench next to the strong mount. I just saw that mirror the other day when I was in there and thought it could be useful for something like that, thank you for the pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9x45 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 I just have a $12 reading light mounted on my old 550. That's 4.7 gr of BE-86 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9x45 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srrch Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 Depstech usb endoscopic camera from Amazon. I use mine with an old cell phone. It works great. No fancy wiring needed. This one is less than 20 bucks. There is a wireless model that's a little more expensive, but still under 40 bucks. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0749BQG1B/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_BSsvCb3DE1J51Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
militem_lucis Posted February 25, 2019 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Outstanding Camera Setup...Thanks for sharing, will build a similar setup this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
militem_lucis Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 @Youngeyes thank you for the inspiration. I followed your idea and found that not only was this extremely easy to build, but the final result made my experience reloading so much easier. The monitor and camera are powered by a 12v / 240v adaptor. I have added a push button switch so I can leave the power switch on. The push button is set next to my above bench light switch for easy accessibility to turn the setup on/off. A simple ½" hole under the press allowed for cable management, because I sometimes move my bench I used a very simple plug so if I forget to unplug the setup, it simply pulls apart without damaging the cables/plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 2 hours ago, militem_lucis said: @Youngeyes thank you for the inspiration. I followed your idea and found that not only was this extremely easy to build, but the final result made my experience reloading so much easier. The monitor and camera are powered by a 12v / 240v adaptor. I have added a push button switch so I can leave the power switch on. The push button is set next to my above bench light switch for easy accessibility to turn the setup on/off. A simple ½" hole under the press allowed for cable management, because I sometimes move my bench I used a very simple plug so if I forget to unplug the setup, it simply pulls apart without damaging the cables/plugs. Nice job. That's a sweet setup. I'm glad that you liked the idea. It's made my reloading much safer. BTW..that is the cleanest reloading bench that I have ever seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daboone Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Youngeyes said: Nice job. That's a sweet setup. I'm glad that you liked the idea. It's made my reloading much safer. BTW..that is the cleanest reloading bench that I have ever seen. My bench was clean....once...right after I built it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmans45 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 On 1/15/2019 at 11:22 AM, Youngeyes said: Auto backup camera with screen. Where did you come up with the led lights? I really like this set up . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 11 hours ago, Bmans45 said: Where did you come up with the led lights? I really like this set up . Amazon has them. You get a strip of white LED and you can cut it to size. You then attach a connector and hook up power. Attach them to your press with velcro. You can stick them anywhere you want. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QJB6FYO?aaxitk=EMdWT9nyhSB73cpPpWsXrw&pd_rd_i=B00QJB6FYO&pf_rd_p=e037c154-e093-48a4-b127-477e5e294e3f&hsa_cr_id=2384589980401&sb-ci-n=productDescription&sb-ci-v=HitLights LED Light Strip Connector%2C 8mm Single Color 3528 - 6 Inch Any Angle Strip to Strip%2C 12 Pack&sb-ci-a=B00QJB6FYO https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Powered-Lights，Geekeep-Waterproof-Flexible/dp/B01IN4ZH16/ref=sr_1_108?keywords=white+led+strip&qid=1551446788&s=gateway&sr=8-108 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmans45 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 I found this last night while I was at work. has a light that goes in the middle as well as the side . https://www.ebay.com/itm/LED-RELOADING-PRESS-LIGHTING-SYSTEM-for-Dillon-RL-550-B-with-Top-Tool-Head-Light/221481774123?epid=1239740569&hash=item339157ac2b:g:Dh8AAOxyUI1TIQXD:rk:2:pf:0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessdigs Posted December 16, 2019 Share Posted December 16, 2019 This mirror on Amazon works really well for a powder mirror. 1 wrap of electrical tape helps it stay put. HARDK Inspection Mirror Magnetic Base Welding Magnet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HNBWJ3M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_66W9DbW729TZGSent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted December 16, 2019 Share Posted December 16, 2019 I picked up a $17 endoscope with wifi and used an old cell phone for the screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Here are some of the earlier pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MG08 Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I just saw this thread, and really like the idea of the video for the 550. In the big picture, the solutions are not that expensive. the LED lights are common and for sale a lot of places ( Ebay) and I have them for all my loaders already. I am going to see if I can rig a video system I can easily move between loaders, as I have several I use and leave in a caliber for a long time. The 550s are the biggest concern for me as I can't easily see inside even with the lighting, and the 650s have a spot for powder check if I wanted to install it. I can see into the station and check powder visually. I can post pics when I get it done with links and cost estimates, but it is looking like a system similar to those posted above will run about $50-60. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmans45 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 On 12/17/2019 at 11:06 AM, MG08 said: I just saw this thread, and really like the idea of the video for the 550. In the big picture, the solutions are not that expensive. the LED lights are common and for sale a lot of places ( Ebay) and I have them for all my loaders already. I am going to see if I can rig a video system I can easily move between loaders, as I have several I use and leave in a caliber for a long time. The 550s are the biggest concern for me as I can't easily see inside even with the lighting, and the 650s have a spot for powder check if I wanted to install it. I can see into the station and check powder visually. I can post pics when I get it done with links and cost estimates, but it is looking like a system similar to those posted above will run about $50-60. I got a round back up camera off amazon and it fits in the center hole that nothing goes in. So when I change tool heads I pop it out and back in the next one . I use the same set up on my 750 but it stays on 40 so I don’t change it over . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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