Hot Metal Services

Repair, Parts and Service for Letterpress and related equipment. Traveling 48 states +
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We have lots of letterpress items that we have accumulated over the years, if there is anything that you are looking for please send us a request and if we do not have it then we may know where you can get it.
We have parts for Linotype's and Intertype's: Belt's, Star Wheels, Gears, Pulleys, Springs, Vise Jaws, Rails, Spaceband Parts, Heaters and other parts LARGE and small!

  • Solid State Temperature Controllers

    In the mid 1970's we replaced the Linotronic temperature controllers that came on our Elektron Linotype's with West Solid State units that we put together, they worked much better but were quite large compared to the units I use today!
    2020 Version of My Intertype/Linotype/ Model "M" Ludlow Box

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    2021 Version of My Linotype/Intertype/Model "M" Control Box!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Model "L" Controller Box, One Controller - One Relay - One Probe! Pictures to come the next time I build one!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    2010 Version, knob style was cheaper then. Also used larger Box. So totally enclosed!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Picture of 1980 Model we built to come!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Parts List that you will need. I order most of my parts from Grainger or McMaster-Carr, but also get a few from Amazon
    • A Controller or Controllers of your choice.
    • Solid State Relay or Relays of your choice. I like to use 25 amp for a little over kill.
    • A Probe or Probes of your choice. I like to use J-type myself.
    • An enclosure of whatever size you determine you need that will fit your application.
    • A terminal block or terminal blocks of your choice.
    • On/Off switch of your choice. If you want to get fancier you can install some lights. I did on a couple for a customer.
    • Wires to connect it all together, I like using different color wires for the different circuits, makes it easier to trace if you have a problem.
    • Then you can use a few connectors, etc, if you want to get fancy. I do the fancy myself.
    • I have also installed a miniature 7-day timer in a couple for a customer so that the machine will turn on and off at preset times and days.
    • All items above can be sourced for UNDER $400.00 depending on where you find them and what you determine will work the best for you. Prices will vary depending on who has them and what you pick out.
    • Then you have the time involved to put it all together and install it.
    • YOU WILL ALSO NEED SOME ELECTRIC, ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL SKILL.
Parts for LUDLOW"S: Shear Pins, Screws, Springs, Belts, Mouthpiece Wipers, Lubricating Oils, Heaters, Mouthpieces, Manuals, Jim Parrish Books Etc.

We also have the complete line of James Parrish's Ludlow Books for sale! Plus OTHERS!

  • James Parrish's Ludlow Trouble Shooting Guide - The most Popular (129 pages) with a color picture of the author James Parrish $75.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • James Parrish's The Ludlow System - Explanation of how the Ludlow Works (109 pages) with a seperate color picture of the author James Parrish $75.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • James Parrish's Ludlow Field Service Notes - A Compilation of notes sent to Service Men in the field. (216 pages) $95.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • This Book is a Reprint from some Rescued Notes - Sold by Dan Celani (34 Pages) $35.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates Dan's EMAIL LINK: Celani@Juno.com

  • Solid State Temperature Controllers

    In the mid 1970's we replaced the Linotronic temperature controllers that came on our Elektron Linotype's with West Solid State units that we put together, they worked much better but were quite large compared to the units I use today!
    2020 Version of My Intertype/Linotype/ Model "M" Ludlow Box

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

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    2021 Version of My Linotype/Intertype/Model "M" Control Box!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Model "L" Controller Box, One Controller - One Relay - One Probe! Pictures to come the next time I build one!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    2010 Version, knob style was cheaper then. Also used larger Box. So totally enclosed!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Picture of 1980 Model we built to come!

  • Solid State Controller Boxes

    Parts List that you will need. I order most of my parts from Grainger or McMaster-Carr, but also get a few from Amazon
    • A Controller or Controllers of your choice.
    • Solid State Relay or Relays of your choice. I like to use 25 amp for a little over kill.
    • A Probe or Probes of your choice. I like to use J-type myself.
    • An enclosure of whatever size you determine you need that will fit your application.
    • A terminal block or terminal blocks of your choice.
    • On/Off switch of your choice. If you want to get fancier you can install some lights. I did on a couple for a customer.
    • Wires to connect it all together, I like using different color wires for the different circuits, makes it easier to trace if you have a problem.
    • Then you can use a few connectors, etc, if you want to get fancy. I do the fancy myself.
    • I have also installed a miniature 7-day timer in a couple for a customer so that the machine will turn on and off at preset times and days.
    • All items above can be sourced for UNDER $400.00 depending on where you find them and what you determine will work the best for you. Prices will vary depending on who has them and what you pick out.
    • Then you have the time involved to put it all together and install it.
    • YOU WILL ALSO NEED SOME ELECTRIC, ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL SKILL.
Parts for LUDLOW"S: Shear Pins, Screws, Springs, Belts, Mouthpiece Wipers, Lubricating Oils, Heaters, Mouthpieces, Manuals, Jim Parrish Books Etc.

We also have the complete line of James Parrish's Ludlow Books for sale! Plus OTHERS!

  • James Parrish's Ludlow Trouble Shooting Guide - The most Popular (129 pages) with a color picture of the author James Parrish $75.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • James Parrish's The Ludlow System - Explanation of how the Ludlow Works (109 pages) with a seperate color picture of the author James Parrish $75.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • James Parrish's Ludlow Field Service Notes - A Compilation of notes sent to Service Men in the field. (216 pages) $95.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates
  • This Book is a Reprint from some Rescued Notes - Sold by Dan Celani (34 Pages) $35.00 U.S. Includes U.S.P.S. Book Rate Postage for U.S. Destinations ONLY Please EMAIL for Out of Country Rates Dan's EMAIL LINK: Celani@Juno.com