Autumn
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Post by Autumn on Jul 14, 2014 21:55:25 GMT -5
I wasn't sure where to put this thread. I have the Harbor Freight version of a dremel. Here's my questions. What exactly can I do with these attachments below, in regards to wire wrapping? I know they're obvious functions (sanding/polishing, drilling, et al), but not how they can help me. Which one do I use to get some of the tool marks out with? Can Dremel attachments fit the HF rotary tool? Can I use the HF version to cut stainless steel coils for jumprings? Link below, since apparently my photo-uploading skills aren't as awesome as I thought.... s1380.photobucket.com/user/autumn_cc/slideshow/Tools |
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Post by radio on Jul 15, 2014 8:08:33 GMT -5
A Dremel and various copies are very limited in rock applications as they are high speed motors with almost no torque. (lugging power) The high speed also means rapid heat buildup and lots of rock dust which is very bad for the lungs, so use a paper mouth/nose respirator. If you can't afford a Foredom flex shaft tool, then pick up one of these at Harbor freight www.harborfreight.com/flexible-shaft-grinder-and-carver-40432.html The handpiece will accept a plethora of bits, burrs and accessories to do most any task you can think of. These tools are the Bee's Knees for lower grinding speeds and don't bog down like a Dremel when you apply pressure. Lower speed means less airborne dust and less heat buildup also. When grinding on rock, keep the piece wet to hold down dust and keep it cool. If a diamond burr is run at high speed and heat is allowed to build up, they will shed the diamonds in short order |
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Autumn
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Post by Autumn on Jul 16, 2014 0:45:52 GMT -5
I don't want use it on rocks, but on wire.
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Post by radio on Jul 16, 2014 7:25:12 GMT -5
I don't want use it on rocks, but on wire. Using a rotary tool to cut jump rings is an exercise in futility and can even be dangerous as the blades can and will bind. Stainless is incredibly hard to cut, and if you don't need massive amounts I would recommend buying them from Rio or Ring Lord. If you do want to cut your own in large quantities, then buy one of the various jump ring makers on the market. You will need something to hold the coil besides your fingers and to help keep the bade aligned for smooth cuts My wife makes chain maille jewelry, and after trying several other devices, we sprung for the Ringanator. almost $500, but it does a heckuva job! www.ringinator.com/products/ringinator-ezThe best thing for removing tool marks is old fashioned elbow grease and a sanding stick www.sfjssantafe.com/items.php?Gid=347&ItemSet=Polishing&DepId=toolsThere are a few sanding and polishing discs and things available for a Dremel, but they are of course round and difficult to maneuver and you can easily create more problems than you eliminate To help prevent tool marks, try dipping the tips of your pliers in tool magic www.amazon.com/Tool-Magic-Rubber-Coating-Jewelry/dp/B007AMUJCA |
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Autumn
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Member since July 2014
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Post by Autumn on Jul 16, 2014 19:29:33 GMT -5
I think I'll just buy the jump rings. I like my fingers attached, thank you.  At this point, making them by hand seems to be more expensive than just buying. As for the wire application of a dremel, I think I may just use it for filing edges. I'm going to start making rosaries, and being able to file ends with a power tool rather than a static file will help a lot. Filing is the worst part of it all... |
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At this point, making them by hand seems to be more expensive than just buying.
