The engraver is a microdrill that performs the samework, like a grinder or a conventional drill, it is only used for small parts and workpieces. The engraver can perform grinding, drilling, as well as milling, engraving, etc. The range of machined parts is quite wide, ranging from wood to glass and steel. It is easy to guess that a variety of tips for an engraver are used to perform work of varying complexity and purpose. We will consider them in this article.
Virtually any tool boastsa large number of nozzles. They are made of various materials, they have different forms of working bodies, hardness and much more. But any drill or grinder may envy the engraver, because nozzles for him are not considered. On sale you can find both small kits consisting of several elements, and professional kits, which have absolutely everything for successful engraving. But before we proceed to the consideration of nozzles, I would like to note that not all of them are suitable for the engraver of a particular company. For example, many companies produce such collets, under which only branded nozzles are suitable. That is why it is desirable to acquire a set of collets that are needed for clamping nozzles. Well, after that you can proceed to the selection.
Diamond tips for engravers are verypopular. Due to the high strength of the product. Such a nozzle can be processed strong mineral rocks and metals with high hardness. Nevertheless, the cost of diamond cones is quite high. They are usually sold in a small set of 10-20 pieces. All of them are used exclusively for finishing figured holes. But it is worth noting that the roller cutter is made of tool steel, and diamond dusting is applied on top of it. That is why, not observing the rules of operation and using nozzles for other purposes, you risk damaging the spraying, due to which the nozzle will in some measure become useless. As a rule, we are talking about technical diamonds, so the set will cost about 200-300 rubles. The diameter of the shank in the standard version - 3 mm.
Often on sale you can find a set of nozzles forrubber and corundum engraver. Often these products are used for metal processing, in particular stainless steel. The set price is 200 rubles, the shank has a diameter of 2.3 mm. The set consists of six nozzles having various form. Very popular abrasive cone company "Fit." They are available in red and green color, which in fact serves as a marking. Red used for processing metal products, and they are made of aluminum oxide. Greens are used for engraving products made of marble, glass and tiles. They are made of silicon carbide. Regardless of the color, the cutters have a shank of the same diameter, but the shapes of the nozzles are different, which allows them to be used more widely. In general, such a set of nozzles for an engraver is suitable for domestic use, while professionals need more advanced options.
Often the engraver is used for grinding.Fel nozzles are great for such jobs. True, the material with which they can work is limited, but this is not the point. Usually, the felt cone is paired with polishing paste, which can also be different. For example, paraffin paste and polishing powder are used for metal products. This is the cheapest option - 40 rubles.
Polishers for wood engraver tooexist. The same applies to materials such as glass. If it is necessary to remove scratches from the surface, and to make the wood smoother, take diamond paste. Usually it is sold in a wide range, but it is best to give preference to paste with a grain size of 3/2 and 5/3. The price of one jar is 70-100 rubles, depending on the manufacturer. By the way, a great company that produces high-quality pasta - Superabraziv LLC.
If a professional works with electricas an engraver, then most often he has with him a special, relatively small suitcase. In it there are nozzles of any form and material. This tool emphasizes the professionalism of the master and his extensive experience. The fact is that often when working with one material, different forms of attachments are needed. Some of them are impossible to buy by the piece. Of course, there is such an option - to make it yourself, but it is advisable only if the work is done for yourself. The rest is better to get a professional set. There you can find felt, diamond, abrasive, sandpaper, as well as wire cutters, which are used to remove paint and rust from metal coatings. For example, cutting discs for an engraver are quite difficult to find, but they are in the kit. The same applies to a wide variety of cutters. Such a set will be expensive, about 600-700 rubles (depending on the manufacturer). However, this range allows the master to perform work of any level of complexity with any material.
The engraver from this manufacturer isquite famous. In most cases, this equipment is preferred by professionals. This is due to several factors. The main one is the cost of the engraver. The second factor is the cost of nozzles. It would seem that you can still spend money on an engraver, because it is bought once, but the high cost of attachments is too much. As a rule, we are talking about 300 rubles and up apiece. It is very, very much. Moreover, even many experts emphasize this. Nevertheless, the engravers of the company “Dexter” are very high-quality and many consumers in their reviews recommend buying them not only to professionals, but also to amateurs. As for the nozzles, then this is no longer true.
But this question really interests many.Someone will surely say that Chinese products are no good and even do not need to look in that direction. This is partly a true judgment. But there is one thing. Sets from China are really cheap. Usually 5 or 7 times cheaper than the original cones. Of course, if a professional sits behind an engraver, there is no difference. Chinese fakes are broken more often than original products, so the price will be the same. But if you are a beginner and do not yet know where and how to use this or that cone, then you better choose Chinese products. Firstly, you can get a precious first experience, and secondly, it will be relatively cheap. Of course, you should understand that it is not necessary to count on any strength and durability, but for a start it is quite a tolerable material. In addition, Chinese products are sold in a wide range, which will allow you to choose nozzles for every taste with the required shank diameter.
We have already figured out that the Chinese cones are moresuitable for beginners. If you are already a more advanced user, then surely you will like the Bison cones. This domestic manufacturer offers a very good selection at a relatively affordable price. For example, a set for engraving machines, consisting of 180 items, will cost only 1000 rubles. If in this case we speak about the piece cost of the roller cutter, then a ridiculous amount is obtained. In the set you can find nozzles of different granularity, for grinding, engraving and cutting work. Different forms and nozzles. In addition, nozzles for the Zubr engraver are delivered in a convenient plastic case, which simplifies transportation and storage. In general, this is simply an excellent solution for the performance of works of any level of complexity. Cheap and angry, it is impossible to say otherwise.
If you are engaged in engravingprofessionally, the Dremel company cones will be the best for you. Of course, these are very expensive items. One nozzle usually costs 400 rubles or more. Nevertheless, it can replace 10 Chinese analogues. It can be noted, and high accuracy and quality of work, as well as "purity". Although all these parameters are largely dependent on the master, the tool also plays a role. In this case, the master can be sure that there will be no sudden rupture of the disk during operation, which is often the case with fakes. In addition, the discs and mills of the "Dremelev" production wear out much slower, so they are used by professionals. In general, the tips of the Dremel company and Dexter are good, but the price makes you think. Therefore, they can be advised only to people who are engaged in engraving professionally.
В последнее время все чаще изготавливаются homemade nozzles. The advantage of this solution is that it is relatively cheap. But, as practice shows, many make the cutters themselves not because of the price. It is usually a matter of durability, especially when it comes to low and medium quality nozzles. For example, all nozzles on a rubber drum break very quickly, so home craftsmen make them out of plywood. Such a roller cutter is more durable and practical. Again, homemade attachments for an engraver are hardly suitable for a professional, but for home engraving is one of the best solutions. In conclusion, I would like to say that we should not forget about the means of individual protection. The fact is that in the process of work a large amount of fine dust is formed, therefore it is necessary to protect the respiratory tract and eyes. Special glasses and a respirator will do.
