Fx120i with v3 trickler

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Anyone loading H-1000 or retumbo with the fx120i and v3 thrower/trickler setup?
If so how does it work?
Does it jam up often.
Thanks Ralph
 
I don't load H1000 or Retumbo specifically, but H4350 and Varget meter just fine.

Since they're all extruded / stick powders, I imagine you'd be fine with H1000 and Retumbo.
 
Do you have the complete setup with the thrower and trickler, scale.
These things are worth a small fortune, so just trying to do my homework.
Thanks Ralph
 
Hi Ralph,

Yes, I have the whole setup. It does cost a pretty penny, but it's been worth it, especially if you shoot a lot of precision rifle.

I haven't had any issues either, for what it's worth -- I set it up once and it's been working great since.

The only extra addition I've made was to get the clear Lexan lid for the A&D scale, as the one it comes with is a bit flimsy and not see-through.

https://gobigtactical.ca/?store-page=Area-419-Lid-for-A&D-FXi-Scales-p128942091
 
I've done a bunch of .338 Lapua with H1000 and it works flawless. On the other end of the spectrum, I've loaded 17 Hornet with CFE Black which is like fine pepper. The Lee measure would choke on CFE-BLK, but the V3 measure works without any drama.
 
I run it with every powder I use, from dust to logs. The only thing that bugs me is that the dust sticks to everything. Yes, I wipe it all down, inside and out with used drier sheets, but that stuff still sticks to things a bit. Of course it sticks to all my other reloading stuff too for the same reason. It has nothing to do with the FX120 + AutoTrickler V3 which is one of the very best pieces of reloading gear I own.
 
I don’t think there’s a powder out there, this set up wouldn’t handle 100%.
It is pretty easy to set up and take apart with no tools, but there are a couple wired connections and do you really want to be pushing and pulling on those small wires all the time? It really is no bigger then a 4 slot toaster when set up, do you really need to put it away?
The other thing is, if you move it, then you should rezero the bubble level on it, and do a recalibration on the weight. Probably better just to leave it where it is, once set up, is my suggestion.
 
I have moved mine a few times because of reload room reconfigurations.
No matter where it was my RCBS powder pan weighs 143.04gn.

I do not recalibrate at all, as long as my powder pan weighs the same I know I’m good.
Even if using a shooter glass, the pan goes in every time to double check scale calibration.
 
1340 said:
I reload in my shop so I put stuff away or cover it up to keep dust off everything. Covering it up is probably the best solution.
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For consistency purposes, it's probably best to leave it in place. Labs that use lab quality scales (such as the fx-120i), leave their scales in place and always powered on, to prevent the scale from drifting.

If you want to get really crazy, you can even get something that regulates the voltage coming out of your power receptacle and to the device. Some really anal reloaders do this (confession - I have a UPS that regulates the voltage to prevent fluctuations).
 
kthomas said:
If you want to get really crazy, you can even get something that regulates the voltage coming out of your power receptacle and to the device. Some really anal reloaders do this (confession - I have a UPS that regulates the voltage to prevent fluctuations).
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I had to get UPS too. Not sure if its because I have aluminum wiring in my house or what, but I do have "dirty power" in my house. Without a UPS to clean it, the scale would be giving me all kinds of attitude.

I find it weird that my old Chargemaster did not have this issue in my basement shop.
 
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