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    Default Pyrography tool what type to buy

    Hi , I want to buy a pyrograghy burning tool does any one have some in put on them, such as, is the solid nib better then the wire ect,
    does any one use one.
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    I find that you really want a variety of tips. Some solid, some wire. eg. For smoothly flowing text I find a solid tip with a small ball is far better than a wire tip, unless you're trying for a calligraphic effect.

    For picture shading I'm quite content to use wire. (It's also much cheaper. ) However, if you're the sort of person who wants solid "cartoon style" blocks or the "branded" look, then solid tips would be better.

    FWIW, I use the Burnmaster Eagle unit with Razortip binding post pens, so that I can swap between both wire & solid tips in the same pen.

    This does put the tip of the solids a bit further away from the fingers than when using a dedicated-tip pen, so you lose a bit of fine control... but I can live with that. Well... until I can justify the cost of buying a dedicated pen, anyway.
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    I am in the process of building my own pyro tool out of an old battery charge. I picked up the idea from a design I found on the net . A guy called Priddle has done one, looks easy so I thought I would give it a go.
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    Hughie,

    have you finished the pyro Pen yet and if so how did it go??

    Jeff
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    Default DIY Pyro tool

    DIY pyro tool from a very old 12-6v battery charger.

    It works very well you will need wire around 1mm thick to start with until you get used to it. Had piece of .3mm in it and it melted instantly .

    I have fitted a dimmer to the infeed side of the unit. The adjustment knob is left of the gauge and selctor switch. The handle is an old screw driver handle bored out to take the wiring, plus a little milling to take the connector block.

    The dimmer is available from Jaycar as you need and around 600watts capacity. In bunnies the best I could find was 450watts. This burner is based on the idea and design by Graham Priddle.
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    looks good , yes with out the dinner control a fine wire would be getting too much amperage, no wonder it melted..

    What amperage is the charger putting out bu the way???

    I am thinking of the ARLEC 12 volt 4amp chargers ?? do you think this would have enough output ???

    Jeff
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    Thumbs up amps

    Dunno Jeff its abit hard to tell with mine. I have an idea its 6amp, but its got a 15amp themal fuse, not orginal.
    I reckon 4amp will work just come down on the wire size. I turn mine up about 1/3 to 1/2 its capacity. At full throttle its more like a wood vaporiser and the 1mm wire glows red continually. But I am still mucking around with it, hope to have a serious go over the week end.... maybe
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    Have a spare new unused PEM ND1 woodburning machine(just turned on to try once) still in orignal box with additional spare nibbs and a DVD on making your own nibbs .This unit is made in Victoria
    If any body interested in this let me know

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    Quote Originally Posted by greyhound View Post
    If any body interested in this let me know
    Depends on how much you want for it. If within my budget I 'm interested.


    Peter.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sturdee View Post
    Depends on how much you want for it. If within my budget I 'm interested.


    Peter.
    Hi Peter,
    Looking at $190.00 check this site for details
    CWS Store - ND1 Pyrographic Pen | Carroll's Woodcraft Supplies
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    Sorry Graham, but that is well over my budget for an occasional use type of equipment.

    I'll let others take advantage of your offer.

    Peter.

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    Quote Originally Posted by greyhound View Post
    Hi Peter,
    Looking at $190.00 check this site for details
    CWS Store - ND1 Pyrographic Pen | Carroll's Woodcraft Supplies
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    Graham that is a good price for that unit good luck with the sale.
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    Graham,

    Have you had any bites on the Pyrograhpy set??
    I am looking for the Treasurer , who is doing some at the club (CABOOLTURE WOODCRAFTERS).

    Jeff

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    Quote Originally Posted by vk4 View Post
    Graham,

    Have you had any bites on the Pyrograhpy set??
    I am looking for the Treasurer , who is doing some at the club (CABOOLTURE WOODCRAFTERS).

    Jeff
    Jeff,
    Still have it available have not got too serious about advertising just put it up on this forum if some one was interested.
    graham

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    Hughie,

    I have built a hand piece and am acquiring some wire and then I'll take it down to the Radio Club , and we will work out what power we need to work it efficiently.

    I am looking at using a computer power supply , as there are several power outlets varying from 5volts at 20amps to 12 volts at 10amps. We can then build a power regulator and rheostat control.

    Jeff

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