Can I Build My Own Coil Winding Machine for Neat and Organized Winding?

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The discussion centers around the feasibility and functionality of manual coil winding machines, particularly regarding their ability to wind wire in both directions for neat and organized winding. Participants explore options for purchasing such machines and the possibility of building one themselves.

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  • One participant inquires whether manual winding machines can wind wire in both directions by simply turning a crank.
  • Another participant shares their experience with a manual winding machine used for winding experimental communication transformers, noting its effectiveness and features like an analog winding counter.
  • A participant seeks recommendations for purchasing a good winding machine, questioning the quality of options available on eBay.
  • One participant emphasizes the importance of neat and organized winds as a primary requirement, suggesting they might consider building their own machine if suitable options are not available.

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Participants express varying opinions on the availability and effectiveness of manual winding machines, with some sharing positive experiences while others seek more information on purchasing or building one. No consensus is reached on the best approach.

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Participants do not provide specific criteria for what constitutes a "good" winding machine, nor do they clarify the limitations of the machines discussed. The discussion lacks detailed specifications or comparisons of different models.

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Individuals interested in coil winding for electronics, hobbyists looking to build or purchase winding machines, and those exploring DIY solutions for winding applications may find this discussion relevant.

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Are the manual winding machines capable of winding wire in two directions by just turning the crank?

left to right, right to left, left to right etc...

I want to neatly wind wire on a coil not just wind it down the middle and hope the wire falls into the right place.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Yes. A fellow-EE that I used to work with (on analog circuit designs and communication circuits) had his own manual winding machine that he brought in from home. It was extremely handy for winding experimental communication transformers. You buy the magnet wire and bobbins and cores (or get samples if they are experimental materials), adjust the winding machine for the size of the bobbin, and wind very neat windings. It even had a little analog winding counter to help you keep track.

I don't think it was very expensive, and sure was handy to have in the lab. :smile:
 
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His winding machine was about this size, IIRC:

http://www.coilwindingmachine.in/manual_transformer_winding_machine4.jpg

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Where could I buy a good one like this? Are the ones on eBay any good? My most important requirement is to have neat organized winds otherwise I could just build one myself.
 

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