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Time to Clamp Down

I have several record clamps that I use with my turntables, but I have a Thorens TD-160 with a spindle that is too short for a clamp to 'grab'. I have a very heavy turntable/record weight that probably weighs around 24 ounces, quite heavy. I would have no problem using that on one of my direct-drive tables, but I am skittish about using it on the belt-drive TD-160. Logic tells me it would put an extra-heavy load on the motor, causing undue wear.....is that a valid concern or not? The spindle clears the record just enough for this monster weight to work and right now it's my only option.
discnik
discnik OP
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Thanks millercarbon....that makes total sense. I should have paid more attention in science and math classes. Good to know the laws of inertia and motion apply to something I can relate to on an everyday level.
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mapman
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the motor has to work harder as well just like a heavier car puts more load on the engine.
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stereo5
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Thorens had a very heavy weight for their turntables.  I believe it was around $300.00 or so.  The Project heavy weight is around $100.00 and comes in a neat wooden box and is around 700-800 grams.  I used mine for a couple of years but now switched to the HRS weight which is a little over 380 grams.  
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fuzztone
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My clamp is 224 grams will grab any nub that protudes over the record.
I say that you have NOT exhausted all options.
discnik OP
161 posts
 
Thanks for the responses....I believe there are something like 454 grams in a pound and if Pro-Ject marketed a weight of 700-800 grams, I should have no real concerns over this weight on my Thorens. It probably falls within thatrange....I bought it to use with my Denon DP-72L, but have to leave the dustcover in the up position to use it due to lack of clearance. It fits fine on my TD-160.
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