Powder Measure Baffle

[jim m]

Are any of you changing your powder measure baffle to a different brand with any success with consistent drops.  What brands  and where are you locating them. I read some are changing locations height wise.

Thanks in advance

Jim

 

[Farmer]

14 hours ago, jim m said:

Are any of you changing your powder measure baffle to a different brand with any success with consistent drops.  What brands  and where are you locating them. I read some are changing locations height wise.

Thanks in advance

Jim

 

On my Redding measure every time I screw with it I always end up right back at the original place. That would be about an inch from the bottom. 

[perttime]

What powders are you using?

I've only ever used Vihtavuori powders and never had a problem with consistency with a stock Dillon measure. Just discard the first charge after a break in loading.

[dillon]

The plastic hopper tube on Dillon powder measures has a built-in baffle just above the base of the tube. 

[VIPERONE]

For more consistency I have Zip Tied a cheap Aquarium Bubbler to the reservoir.  A little shaking  helps a lot. When not loading turn it off.

 

Bob R

[willfully armed]

On 7/4/2023 at 9:29 PM, VIPERONE said:

For more consistency I have Zip Tied a cheap Aquarium Bubbler to the reservoir.  A little shaking  helps a lot. When not loading turn it off.

 

Bob R

This should only be a necessity when using extruded powders. And, honestly when Dillon suggested I use an aquarium air pump, I was extremely disappointed in their problem solving abilities. I do understand the vibrating action helps settle powder grains, but an air pump isn't the answer. And honestly they should at least offer an aftermarket option. 

 

I just hopped on the ol interwebz and ordered a ladies vibrator. Works like a charm on IMR4198.

[dannyd]

Just tap the hopper before pulling the handle.  

[RudyVey]

6 hours ago, willfully armed said:

This should only be a necessity when using extruded powders. And, honestly when Dillon suggested I use an aquarium air pump, I was extremely disappointed in their problem solving abilities. I do understand the vibrating action helps settle powder grains, but an air pump isn't the answer. And honestly they should at least offer an aftermarket option. 

 

I just hopped on the ol interwebz and ordered a ladies vibrator. Works like a charm on IMR4198.

How do you use it: inside or outside......

[willfully armed]

3 hours ago, RudyVey said:

How do you use it: inside or outside......

Yes is the only correct answer. 

 

I used rubber bands to hold it to the powder drop. Would've used tape, but I didn't want residue. 

[dannyd]

Many reloader's over the years have used that lady's product, usually the long one rubber banded to the hopper.  Just two C batteries and away you go.

[m700]

On 8/30/2023 at 12:02 PM, willfully armed said:

This should only be a necessity when using extruded powders. And, honestly when Dillon suggested I use an aquarium air pump, I was extremely disappointed in their problem solving abilities. I do understand the vibrating action helps settle powder grains, but an air pump isn't the answer. And honestly they should at least offer an aftermarket option. 

 

I just hopped on the ol interwebz and ordered a ladies vibrator. Works like a charm on IMR4198.

 

Is it available in dillon blue?