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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
Has anyone got some experience with one or both of these tools? I'd like to
do some pierced work, but the Dremel just isn't doing what I want. Jim |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
Powercarver is a very good tool. If you're planning on doing 100's of hours
of carving, this is the way to go. If not - then go with the best priced tool. To me, the Turbocarver is a bit too 'toyish', but then I'm spoiled because I use a metal one like the powercarver. Peace. On 3/29/04 6:45 PM, in article iq3ac.30510$Ct5.15305@edtnps89, "Jim T." woodturner@ATcadrenetDOTcom wrote: Has anyone got some experience with one or both of these tools? I'd like to do some pierced work, but the Dremel just isn't doing what I want. Jim |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
www.medidenta.com - this is an American company and is where the handpiece I
use came from. Go to "Search the Cyber Catalog" Catagory Electric Motors and you will find the Denti-Lab. www.thehandpiececlinic.ca - this is a Canadian company that I have dealt "Jim T." woodturner@ATcadrenetDOTcom wrote in message news:iq3ac.30510$Ct5.15305@edtnps89... Has anyone got some experience with one or both of these tools? I'd like to do some pierced work, but the Dremel just isn't doing what I want. Jim |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
In article iq3ac.30510$Ct5.15305@edtnps89,
"Jim T." woodturner@ATcadrenetDOTcom wrote: Has anyone got some experience with one or both of these tools? I'd like to do some pierced work, but the Dremel just isn't doing what I want. Hi Jim. Wood Magazine ran a comparison/review article back in Feb. '98, page 52 on the Paragraphics Paragrave, Foredom 350K, SCM 400XS and Ultra-Speed Turbo Carver. Highest marks went to the SCM unit, followed by the Paragrave, Foredom and then the Turbo Carver. If you can't obtain a copy of the mag, I'd be glad to scan the article and send it privately. _____ American Association of Woodturners Cascade Woodturners Assoc., Portland, Oregon Northwest Woodturners, Tigard, Oregon _____ |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
I have both the Powercrafter and the Foredom. They each have their strengths
and weaknesses. The PowerCrafter is a high RPM-low torque tool (air powered) which excels in things like piercing because the high speed (400,000 RPM) makes it less prone to grabbing and moving about in the cut, and you can use it like a pencil. On the downside you have to proceed more slowly sometimes in thicker materials as it will bog down due to the low torque. I love it for piercing. You really need that high speed for piercing. The Foredom is a lower speed - high torque tool which is more suitable for hogging out material. It is an electric cable-operated tool that excels in larger wood removal projects and is great for detail sanding due to its variable speed pedal. Neither tool will do it all, so choose the one that does what kind of work you'll be doing. If you're going to mostly do piercing, the PowerCrafter is excellent. -Jim Gott- San Jose, CA |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
Yes these tools run fast but not that fast, the Foredom run from 5000 to
20 000rpm for the flex cable units, the $945.00 Micro motor at a max of 45 000rpm and is used with diamond or carbide disk or tips Jim Gott wrote: I have both the Powercrafter and the Foredom. They each have their strengths and weaknesses. The PowerCrafter is a high RPM-low torque tool (air powered) which excels in things like piercing because the high speed (400,000 RPM) makes it less prone to grabbing and moving about in the cut, and you can use it like a pencil. On the downside you have to proceed more slowly sometimes in thicker materials as it will bog down due to the low torque. I love it for piercing. You really need that high speed for piercing. The Foredom is a lower speed - high torque tool which is more suitable for hogging out material. It is an electric cable-operated tool that excels in larger wood removal projects and is great for detail sanding due to its variable speed pedal. Neither tool will do it all, so choose the one that does what kind of work you'll be doing. If you're going to mostly do piercing, the PowerCrafter is excellent. -Jim Gott- San Jose, CA |
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"Leo Van Der Loo" wrote in message .rogers.com... Yes these tools run fast but not that fast, the Foredom run from 5000 to 20 000rpm for the flex cable units, the $945.00 Micro motor at a max of 45 000rpm and is used with diamond or carbide disk or tips ====================== Leo, The units he's talking are essentially modified dental drills, operated by an air turbine. The RPM is determined by air pressure, but spees up 400,000 RPM are obtainable and usable with them. Of course, the bits are usually in the 1/8 " range. much larger, aned they could begin vibration and self destruct. (Think Dremel at 30,000 RPM with the bit extended almost all the way out. Then take that up X10). Ken Moon Webberville, TX |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
Yes Ken you're right the dental drills do run those speeds but they sure
are no wood hoggers, I was commenting on the Foredom units and did not think of a dental instrument. Never to old to learn I hopeG Have fun and take care Leo Van Der Loo Ken Moon wrote: "Leo Van Der Loo" wrote in message .rogers.com... Yes these tools run fast but not that fast, the Foredom run from 5000 to 20 000rpm for the flex cable units, the $945.00 Micro motor at a max of 45 000rpm and is used with diamond or carbide disk or tips ====================== Leo, The units he's talking are essentially modified dental drills, operated by an air turbine. The RPM is determined by air pressure, but spees up 400,000 RPM are obtainable and usable with them. Of course, the bits are usually in the 1/8 " range. much larger, aned they could begin vibration and self destruct. (Think Dremel at 30,000 RPM with the bit extended almost all the way out. Then take that up X10). Ken Moon Webberville, TX |
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Powercarver vs Turbocarver
In answering your question, Powercarver vs Turbocarver, the main difference
is that the Turbocarver is made primarily of plastic while the Powercarver is stainless steel. I own the Powercarver and it is outstanding for piercing and fine carvings. I can't say whether one is better than the other but I opted for the stainless steel as it appeared more durable and comes with a lifetime guarantee on the handpiece, one year on the turbine. Hope this helps...good luck.....Ralph "Jim T." woodturner@ATcadrenetDOTcom wrote in message news:iq3ac.30510$Ct5.15305@edtnps89... Has anyone got some experience with one or both of these tools? I'd like to do some pierced work, but the Dremel just isn't doing what I want. Jim |
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