W231 and HP38

Auto Disk .40 = 4.3 gr
Auto Disk .43 = 4.6 gr
Auto Disk .46 = 4.9 gr

Always weigh your loads, I weigh every 10 rounds I load after initial setup and a few test drops.

 

Thanks Bobby...so basically once I get my volume cc # just find the closest disk and adjust from there right?

 

Do you have the trickle adapter for it, I think thats what its called.

 

I believe the double disk, is for rifle charges and requires the adapter to use. also if you are going for 4.4 and it is consistent measure at 4.3 with the .40 disk, and you are target shooting, i dont see a problem there.

 

There is a knurled adapter. I'm going to go mess with it now and see what happens. I'm not actually loading any cases to fire, just want to learn how to properly drop accurate charges.

 

Its the Lee adjustable charge bar.

Lee Adjustable Charge Bar is used in place of the Charge Disk on the Auto Disk and Pro Auto Disk Powder Measures. Adjustable between .28 cc and 1.6 cc

I have one I have not used if you ever need it. I do not load that small loads, so I have been good.

 

Its the Lee adjustable charge bar.

I have one I have not used if you ever need it. I do not load that small loads, so I have been good.

Thanks Bobby...I will let you know. I really appreciate the help

 

Anytime!

 

I have the charge bar and it works much better than the disks.

 

The powder measure comes with awful instructions!!

I'm trying to set the lever bar up to drop the charges. It has the spring one already in but the bar is really short how do you operate this thing. Then it comes with another longer bar and chain but it says its for their progressive presses. What gives?

I feel so stupid asking these questions but the instructions are really bad for setup!

Edit: DUHHH I think I figured it out!

 

If you want to, stop by my house anytime and look at my setup.

 

Im in floral park and can show you the setup as well if my locations convenient, not sure where you are located. Once you figure it out is real easy.

 

Thanks again guys. I think I'm good now. I just dropped a few charges into my brass and it was dropping 4.3 grains using the .40 disk setting.

I'm using an RCBS 505 scale but I think I want to get a digital scale too just to double check. Better to be safe than sorry!!

 

Always better safe than sorry when reloading.i find the disks can vary slight from what they list, but one up or down can get it right. Just make sure you test the drop a few times starting and then a few times throughout each loading session to make sure it's on point.

 

I definitely will. I'm looking forward to making my first reloads.

 

Best feeling in the world is shooting your own reloads, until you shoot your own reloads out of a gun you built. PM me about your first ak build. Merica.

 

Have fun!

This may help.... VMD numbers from Lee....

http://www.leeprecision.com/cgi-data/instruct/VMD'S.pdf

 

The adjustable charge bar won't make it any better. Volumetric measurement of powder has its deficiencies, which is why you won't use it on match ammo.
One thing that helps with the powder drops is vibration. I slap the handle a few times on the up stroke, and a few on the down stroke. This helps the powder settle better in the hopper and the cavities. Keeping the hopper 3/4 full also helps. If you want you can put a large fender washer or two on top of the powder that will help it go into the cavities better.

 

The adjustable charge bar won't make it any better.... snip.... I slap the handle a few times on the up stroke, and a few on the down stroke. This helps the powder settle...snip...

Well, I guess it's an $8 mistake... at least it will help a bit when I change powders...
As to tap/tap.... it would work well on a stand-alone unit, but on the auto measure loader, it doesn't work.

But the washer will... I made a copy of the rcbs baffle and have that in the bottom of the tube... it keeps the weight consistent and I think it works fine reguardless of the level.

 

Im using win 231 and came to 4.4 myself initially. ..took them to the range and all stove piped. Jumped up to 4.7 and its perfect now. ..you'll have to play a little if you have issues

 

What handgun were you shooting?

 

Using Win 231 or HP 38 The .40 disc setting is going to be too light for 9mm and Berry's round nose plated bullets.
My guess is you're yielding about 4.2-4.4 grains on each round with that combination.

You're going to want to switch up to the .43 disc and get closer to 4.7-4.9 grains of powder.