miander
spending too much on rocks
Searching for the shop of my dreams...
Member since November 2013
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Post by miander on Jun 4, 2016 4:17:11 GMT -5
Howdy carvers! I am considering purchasing an implement for engraving stone and have been eyeballing the Fordom SR Motor with flex shaft...the specs are 1/6hp ball bearing 18,000rpm. SR motor has a switch for forward or reverse direction (maximum speed is 18,000rpm.). I will be doing a lot of work and wanted to pose this question to the group: Which engraving tool will take the most, longest use - Foredom or  Thanks in advance for your input  Miya |
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Post by Starguy on Aug 19, 2016 21:17:03 GMT -5
mianderForedom flex shaft units are top notch pieces of equipment. You can use them for a lot more than carving too.
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Post by Pat on Aug 19, 2016 21:44:34 GMT -5
Foredoms are the best. Dremel will die much sooner.
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Post by johnjsgems on Aug 22, 2016 11:03:09 GMT -5
When I sold Foredom it was not uncommon to have a customer at a show wanting to buy a new cable or sheath for his 20 year old Foredom. Much more torque and quality than Dremmel. Dremmel a good low cost starter to see if you really like it or not but not made to last a long time. High speed low torque limits it too.
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Don
Cave Dweller 
He wants you too, Malachi.
Member since December 2009
Posts: 2,616
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Post by Don on Aug 22, 2016 12:23:17 GMT -5
I burned out a Dremmel in under 3 months trying to use one for gem carving. I use a Foredom TX300. It's more powerful than the SR motor, and I've never missed having the "reverse" feature. I've had mine for 8 years now and have only recently had to order a new replacement part for the foot pedal. Also, Foredom customer service is A+ in my book...
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Thanks in advance for your input 
