Looking for 8 string Keyhead tracing

[Tim]

Hi
I am looking for a 8 string keyhead tracing that I can use to build a template to use with a router

thanks

Tim

[Pat Comeau]

Hi Tim, i might have something for you...give me your email and i'll send it to you.

[Tim]

Hi Pat
sent you an email

thanks

[Pat Comeau]

Tim...email sent.

[Dylan730]

I am also looking a drawing in order to make a keyhead template by for an 8 string console.

[Allan]

Interesting, have you guys got what you need yet? If not, post a few more details and I will make a quick CAD drawing for you.
What type of tuning machines are you going to use? How many strings? Stepped or straight? Vertical or horizontal string posts? Width of fretboard at the nut? Anything else you think of that will affect the head.


Regards, Allan.....

[Allan]

I have been asked about this drawing that I mentioned so I went ahead and made it this morning.
Here is what the drawings look like:

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If you wish to use these, simply download the attached .PDF files and you should be off and running.
You will see a circle on each drawing. This is a check on the dimensions for when the PDF's are printed. It is needed because some printers will hide the scale factor setting deep inside the 'Printer Setup' menu. The circle should measure 1" in Dia. if your print has come out as it should. If not, look in the print setup menu and adjust to 100%. If your printer is a full bleed model (if it prints all the way to the edge of the paper) the chances are that it will print with no adjustments needed.

The string pull is slightly off straight due to the length of winding post on the tuners that I like to use.
Please check your tuners against the drawing before you start cutting. It ain't my fault if they don't fit!

If you have a question about this, post here or PM/email and I will try to help.


Regards, Allan.....

[Dylan730]

That's exactly what i'm looking for, I just don't have the software or skill's to draw it. The turners I'm using are Graver 210c, the string spacing is .340" and the width of the fret board at the nut is 2 3/4". According to the Grover packaging the tuners will accomodate a headstock thickness varying from .235"" (5.97mm) to .400"" (10.16mm). The string post extends .900"" (22.87mm) from the base of the housing." being made from wood I think the thickness should be .400".

[Allan]

Dylan, a quick question. Have you already purchased your tuners? If so, and if you can, could you post a pic of the inside face to show the locating pin. I have been looking for a good pic or a drawing of these with no luck so far. If you can get this to me so that I am sure what I am working with I will see about producing a version of the drawing above for your project.

Do you think these will work properly in a wooden key head? My understanding is that they are meant for use in an aluminum casting. The concept is great - one of these things that is so obvious once you see it. You know, "Why were they not ALWAYS like this?"


Regards, Allan.....

[Dylan730]

If you need another view let me know I will try to get them for you. I have a friend that will program this into his cnc router and cut it for me. I'm not sure if it work with wood or not, I am hoping so after I have already purchased them.