[Woodcarver] RE: pneumatic rotary carver

[Clive Goss]

Hi Patricia,
Nice to see another Nova Scotian on the list. Impressive web site so far,
what did you use to make it.
Take care,
Clive.
www.partnersinwood.com




>
> I have a 400sx high speed engraver from SCM systems... it runs on 45 psi
of
> air pressure and turns at 400,000 rpm.  It's about the size of a large pen
> or a dentist's drill, but it does go through wood very fast, and with
almost
> total control.  There is so little vibration that you don't feel it and
> other than the noise from the air compressor, all there is is a high
pitched
> whine.  It IS expensive, around $500.00 US, but it's worth it.  It is
small,
> so only really good for small projects, it's great for detail work though.
> I'm new to carving, and hope this information is what you're looking for.
> Patricia Richard
> www.cccuts.com