Woodworker's Journal 1994-18-6, страница 25
Photo 9: I Itima carvcr/woodburner combo (left) switches easily from "grind™ to "burn" mode in seconds (S329); Optima 2 Power Carver (right) offers variable speed of 2.0IW) in 24,000 rpm ($275). Both are available through Woodcraft. tool, consider the Optima 2 Power Carver ($275) or the Ultima Power Carver'Woodburner ($329). both available from Woodcraft (photo 9). (See the source list that accompanies this article.) The Optima might be called a simplified version of the Gesswein and Foredom units, with electronic variable speed (2,000 to 24,000 rpm) and a reversible motor operated from the control box. The motorized handpiece comes with V* and Vn" collets. The Ultima unit offers both a forward/reverse micro-motor rotary carver (2.000 to 24.000 rpm) and a wood-burner handpiece with variable heat control. Both handpieces can be plugged into the controller at one time and may be operated by flicking a toggle switch from "burn" mode to "grind" mode. The delicate detailing tip on the pencil-thin burner heats up in about 2 seconds, ready to provide pyrographic detail to your carvings. Woodcraft offers six optional wood-burning points for the tool. Compared to the Gesswein and Foredom tools, these units had very little torque, making them somewhat underpowered for all but fine detail work and small carving chores. They pack about the same punch as the Dremel Moto-Tools discussed earlier. However, we do like the feel and maneuverability of the handpieces, in spite of some minor vibration in them. Woodworker's Journal Sources AMT Fourth Ave & Spring St. P.O. box 70 Royersford, PA 19468 (215)948-3800 Automach Sugino USA Inc. 1700 N. Penny Lone Schaumburg, IL 60173 |708) 397-9401 Dremel 4915 21st St Roane, Wl 53406-9989 (414) 554-1390 "Widely available through woodworking catalogs and retail outlets Foredom Electric Company 16 Stony Hill Road Bethel, CT 06801 (203) 792-6622 Gesswein 255 Hancock Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06605 (800) 243-4466 (east of Rockies) (800) 232-2311 (west of Rockies) Optima 2 Power Carver Woodcraft 210 Wood County Industrial Park P.O. Box 1686 Parkersburg, WV 26102-1686 (800) 535-4482 Ultima Power Carver/Woodbwrner See Woodcraft, above Safe Air Dust Collection System See Woodcraft above. Woodtek Woodworker's Supply 1108 North Glenn Road Casper, WY 8260) (800) 645-9292 Photographs: Tom Barrett (except where noted) V Skills on (Video! ^. The Video Co/iege of Woodworking, introduces The tX'NdamentaLs of Modem Woodworking, a 90-minute videotape, work hook and plans that coven • Selection and use of materials and tooLs ... cuts frustration • Project design, construction and finishing . , . reveals trade secrets • Bringing it all together. .. smoot/u the learning cume Order now for just $29.95 i|*» W.95 JiiTine & hMsilmg US. IXJljn) and we'll also send a set of Project Planning Worksheets. 1-800-3 54-9663-i>P,.w Vuko Colhg* . 4 Woodworking J A*tn. Dcp*.W*P O Box WttMj|lcwa04,CO 80226-9026 r ■—*"'-'r Mitrus. BHI 1 u.ir'ritvi rn«m -—'— Ml w 4-6 weeksfarJelivrry, VHSforttt* only ■- ■ ^ - V Please aide No 40 on the Reader Service Card. Woodworkers-Earn $4,000 Per Month From Your Home With A Computer! I .J FREE CBS I 486 Computer Begin part-time and still retain the security of your present position. This is a proven turnkey business an individual or couple can run. If you purchase our software and business program, we will give you the computer and printer. If you already own a computer, you may receive a discount. You do not need to own, or know how to run, a computer — we will provide free, home office training. Financing available. Learn how other woodworkers arc building a lifetime income! For free cassettes and color literature, call: 1-800*343-8014, ext. 153 (in Indiana: 317-758-4415) Or WW Computer Business Services, Inc. CBSI Plaia, Ste. 153, Sheridan, IN 4<H>69 Please circle No. 4 on the Reader Service Card. SJ,,rnh.- r/rL........1----■ infti |
