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Shor Turbex Air Powered Flex Shaft

Problem: How to cut and carve metal and stone easily and without the handpiece chattering? The solution to this problem is a flex shaft machine that runs at 350,000 rpm--The Shor Turbex.

If you want to carve in metal, any metal (even steel), the Turbex is perfect. If you want to carve stone, any stone except diamond, the Turbex is ideal.  Engraves metal and glass, wood and stone, almost anything.  This machine is often used to engrave the windows of cars- for decorative purposes and also to engrave serial numbers on both the glass and metal parts of cars for security and insurance purposes

wpe1.jpg (3190 bytes) As small as a large pen, the Turbex has such incredible control that it can be held like a pen- it has no chatter! Cuts drills and shapes platinum and gold as easy very little resistance, no heat build up and no chatter. Like cutting butter.

This delicate, beautiful egg was carved with the Turbex Drill.  Just about anything, even stone, can be carved with the Turbex.

For carving wood, the Turbex is simply amazing. But you have to be careful not to cut too much- There is absolutely no resistance when carving wood. It's like moving through air.

Requires compressed air. The Turbex requires the use of Super Carbide Burs, and will not accept standard burs (standard burs shafts are larger in diameter).  For a similar 400,000 rpm rotary power handpieces, see GraverMax.

Stock# 01100 Price: $495 complete with regulator & foot pedal (does not include compressor)
Stock# 01050 Price: $259 handpiece only

 

Airscribe-  

Introduced to the jewelry industry by Shor, in the 1960's, the tool is most often used to make textures like "laser finish" and "bark finish" on jewelry, and to remove investment.  Also used in other fields, such archaeology (for removing stone around fossils) and sculpture (excellent for stone carving).  The unique method that the Airscribe uses to secure its replaceable stylus (cutting tool), insures that its reciprocating action (back & forth action) always hits in a random pattern, giving a very nature look to the result.

This lightweight, air driven tool works on metal, stone, glass, plastic and wood.  Operates economically on less than 1 cfm.  Compressor not included.  Comes with stylus, 8" reinforced hose and air filter.

Item Stock# Price
Airscribe 26.400 $425.40
Replacement Holder 26.402 $24.05

 

Pneumatic Hammer with Diamond Tips-

Creates a hammered, textured finish on gold and silver.  Unit is lightweight and easy-to-handle.  Adjustable stroke control conveniently located on the handpiece.  Use handpiece at 90° angle to your work for best results and longest tip life.  Top quality construction with knurled handle.  Includes two diamond tips to provide different textures. Made in Italy.

Item Stock# Price
Hammer w/2 tips 34.250 $733.95
Diamond Tip 2.4 mm 34.251 $103.00
Diamond Tip 1.8/2.0 mm 34.252 $91.00
Diamond Tip 1.3 mm 34.253 $82.00
Diamond Tip Flat 34.254 $286.00

 

Motorized Handpiece for Hobbyists

Kit includes a variety of 3/32" shank tools for cleaning, grinding, shaping, drilling, polishing and much more.  12 piece set comes with handy wood bench storage block.

Each kit includes one each of the following:  1 #20 red stone abrasive wheel, 2  wheel brushes, 1 end brush, 1 wire wheel brush, 1 bud felt bob, 1 knife edge felt bob, 1 knife edge silicone fine polisher, 1 cone silicone fine polisher, 1 cup bur and 2 twist drill burs.

Item Stock# Price
Handpiece Only HDP-375.50 $342.95
Accessory Kit Only HDP-375.90 $19.95

 

Foredom Flexible Shaft Selection Guide

Series Features Horse Power Speed Hang-up Model Bench Model Foot Control Options Manual Control Options Bench w/ Speed Control
TXH Heavy duty industrial 1/3 20,000 H TXB SCH, FCH EMH TXM
S Powerful all-purpose 1/8 18,000 S SB FCT,SCT EM SM
SR Reversible, powerful all-purpose 1/8 18,000 SR SRB FCT, SCT EM SRM
R Feedback-  Full torque at all speeds 1/10 20,000 R RB FCT, SCT EMR .
K CE approved 1/6 18,000 K . FCT-2CE . .

 

Foredom Series TXH Heavy Duty Flexible Shaft Machines
1/3 HP- A New Level of level with High Torque at ALL Speeds

The TX, TXM, and TXB, Foredom's most powerful flex shaft, have permanent magnet DC motors featuring the newest technology. These ball bearing motors have advanced rare earth magnets in place of wound fields, that deliver more torque at low speed and throughout the entire speed range than standard universal motors of the same size. Compared to our Series S motors (or discontinued Series H and R motors), the TX offers even more torque or horsepower at every speed. The TX, TXM, and TXB come with standard flexible shafts and sheaths for connecting to any of Foredom's "quick disconnect" handpieces. No other flex shaft machine gives you greater control of the cutting tool, drill, or bur under any load. The TX, TXM and TXB must be used with the controls shown below. These controls are similar in appearance to the others in our line, but they have dedicated, TX-specific electronics for smoother acceleration and extra control of the tool, drill or bur under any load.  Not for standard handpieces-  3 handpieces are specifically engineered for these powerful machines: 25H, 30H and 44HT.  These square drive handpieces & flex shaft machines connect only with each other.

Description Voltage Stock# Price
Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) FCH foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design. 110V

TX-TXR 110V

$295.00
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SCH foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. 110V TX-SXR 110V $315.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EMH manual electronic operated speed control in plastic housing. 110V TX-EMX 110V $305.00
With built-in speed control. 110V

TXM 110V

$350.00
Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) TXR foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design. 110V

TXB-TXR 110V

$315.00
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SXR foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. 110V TXB-SXR 110V $335.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EMX manual electronic operated speed control in plastic housing. 110V TXB-EMX 110V $335.00

 

Foredom Series LX High Torque/Low Speed Flexible Shaft Machines 

High torque, low speed (5,000 rpm).  DC motor with built-in rectifier that eliminates the need for reduction gears to achieve high torque and power at low speeds.  Provides better control and "feel" of burs, drills and cutters at low speed.   Totally enclosed, permanent magnet, motor is almost noiseless and is unaffected by dust or dirt.  Comes with special neoprene sheath over flexible drive shaft that is more pliable, making it easier to control.

Description Voltage Stock# Price
wpe12.jpg (4391 bytes) Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) FCT foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design. 110V

L-FCT 110V

$275.00
220V

L-FCT 220V

$275.00
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SCT foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. 110V L-SCT 110V $295.00
220V L-SCT 220V $295.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing. 110V L-EM 110V $265.00
220V L-EM 220V $290.00
wpe13.jpg (3646 bytes) With built-in speed control. 110V

LM 110V

$290.00
220V

LM 220V

$290.00
wpe14.jpg (3591 bytes) Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) FCT foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design. 110V

LB-FCT 110V

$299.95
220V

LB-FCT 220V

$299.95
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SCT foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. 110V LB-SCT 110V $325.00
220V LB-SCT 220V $325.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing. 110V LB-EM 110V $315.00
220V LB-EM 220V $3150.00

 

Foredom Series SR & SRH Flexible Shaft Machines

Powerful, 1/6 hp ball bearing motors operate at 18,000 rpm. This is ideal for most industrial and woodcarving applications. The SR models have reversible speed, a very useful feature when carving symmetrical designs and other special texturing designs and for keeping wood dust away from workpiece.

Description Stock# Voltage Price
wpe17.jpg (3809 bytes) Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) FCT foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design.

SR-FCT 110V

110V $235.00

SR-FCT 220V

220V $255.00
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SCT foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. SR-SCT 110V 110V $255.00
SR-SCT 220V 220V $255.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing. SR-EM 110V 110V $250.00
SR-EM 220V 220V $250.00
wpe18.jpg (2736 bytes) With built-in speed control.

SRM 110V

110V $260.00

SRM 220V

220V $260.00
wpe1A.jpg (3775 bytes) Comes with wpeD.jpg (1624 bytes) FCT foot operated speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design.

SRB-SCT 110V

110V $275.00

SRB-SCT 220V

220V $275.00
Comes with wpeB.jpg (1688 bytes) SCT foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design. SRB-SCT 110V 110V $270.00
SRB-SCT 220V 220V $270.00
Comes with wpe11.jpg (1888 bytes) EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing. SRB-EM 110V 110V $280.00
SRB-EM 220V 220V $280.00

 

Foredom Speed Control Rheostats for Flexible Shaft Machines

Description Use Only With Voltage Stock# Price
wpe9.jpg (1995 bytes) FCT Style Speed Control

Foot operated rheostat.  Solid state in low profile, heavy duty plastic housing.  Provides smooth control over the entire speed range.  UL & CSA listed.

S, SR, CC & L 110V

FCT-1

$35.00
220V

FCT-2

$35.00
TX 110V

TXR-1

$55.00
220V

TXR-2

$55.00

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SCT Style Speed Control

Foot operated rheostat.  Solid state in cast iron housing.  Provides smooth control over the entire speed range. CSA listed.

S, SR, CC & L 110V

SCT-1

$55.00
220V

SCT-2

$55.00
TX 110V

SXR-1

$75.00
220V

SXR-2

$75.00
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CFL Style Speed Control-  Carbon resistance rheostat in metal housing

S, SR, CC & L 110V/220V

CFL-15

$28.00

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EM Style Speed Control

Solid state manual control in plastic housing.  Provides smooth control over the entire speed range

S, SR, CC & L 110V

EM-1

$50.00
220V

EM-2

$50.00
TX 110V

EMX-1

$65.00
220V

EMX-2

$65.00

 

Foredom PowerGraver

The PowerGraver Kit provides a power assist to stone setting and engraving operations.  It's PG motor is designed for high torque/low speed applications and features a totally enclosed housing with permanently lubricated ball bearings for quiet, trouble-free performance.  The 9D handpieces works and feels like a hand engraving tool with the wpeB.jpg (2299 bytes) added advantages of greater control and the ability to adjust the impact force.  The unit comes equipped with a special, extra flexible neoprene sheath and a 6 foot long power cord.

The PowerGraver is ideal for bead, prong, channel, hammer and bezel setting as well as decorative and engraving work.  Kit includes a 32 minute instructional video with a set of accessories and maintenance items below.

 

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Foredom PowerGraver, Components  & Accessories Volts Stock# Price

Foredom PowerGraver#2293-   Includes Series PG Motor, #9D handpiece, EMG dial control, FCG foot switch, #602, 603 & 604 collets,  set of 4 gravers, anvil point, engraving point with carbide tip, grease, handpiece oil and instructional video.

110 V 2293-110V $495.00
220 V 2293-220V $495.00
Foredom PowerGraver #2295-  Same as above except has FCT-1 foot control in place of EMG dial control and FCG foot switch 110 V 2295-110V $455.00
220 V 2295-220V $455.00
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Foredom PowerGraver PG Motor -   With 36" neoprene flexible sheath.  2 year warrantee.

PG-Motor-110V $215.00
PG-Motor-220V $215.00
wpe9.jpg (1995 bytes) FCG on/off Switch-  For use on 110 V or 220 V FCG FootSwitch $25.00
FCT-1 Foot Speed Control-  For use on 110 V or 220 V FCT-1 FootControl $35.00
wpe8.jpg (2550 bytes) EMG Dial Control-  For use on 110 V or 220 V EMG DialControl $50.00
wpeB.jpg (2299 bytes) Handpiece #9D-  This chuck type handpiece has a special quick disconnect that fits only the PG motor sheath.  Adjusting ring changes impact force and palm rest provides comfort and "feel" of a hand engraving tool.  Comes with 3 interchangeable collets (1/16", 3/32", 1/8"). #9D Handpiece $175.00
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Collets

602 $6.00
603 $6.00
604 $6.00

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Anvil- 3/32" 10177P $3.00
wpeD.jpg (898 bytes) Carbide Point- 3/32" A-EP165P $5.00

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Pave Diamond Point- 3/32" R15G $19.50

 

Grobet Flexible Shaft Machines & Flex Shaft Machine Kits

SERIES 595 1/10 HP Sleeve-bearing AC motor 

Economical workhorse unit that's ideal for your light duty, precision work. Operating range of 0-16,000 RPM.  Full 1-year warranty. 

Series 595 Complete kit - includes a #30 handpiece, a 39" flexible shaft/sheath , an electronic, variable-speed foot control  and a maintenance kit.

SERIES 695 1/8 HP Ball-bearing AC motor 

A very popular model. Perfect for jeweler's bench work. Ball-bearing motor runs
smoothly, requires no lubrication. Operating range of 0 -18,000 RPM.   Full 1-year warranty

Series 695 Complete kit - includes a jeweler's handpiece, a 39" flexible shaft/sheath, an electronic, variable-speed foot control and a maintenance kit.

Series 595     1/10 HP Sleeve-bearing AC motor  Complete Kit
Current Stock# Price
(110 volt) ETL & CSA approved 34.300 $119.95
(220 volt) 34.300X $119.95
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Series 695     1/8 HP Sleeve-bearing AC motor  Motor Only
Current Stock# Price
(110 volt) ETL & CSA approved 34.600 $129.95
(220 volt) not CE approved 34.600X $129.95

 

Grobet Foot Speed Controls

Electronic Combo Foot/Bench Control-   

Use  as a foot control or flip up lever and use dial for manual bench control.  Max speed can be adjusted to 5 different settings.  Durable plastic housing, solid state, variable speed.

Current Stock# Price
110 volt 34.330 $124.00
220 volt 34.330X $124.00

 

ProFlex Heavy-Duty ¼ Horsepower Flex Shaft Machines-  Power and durability and an excellent price!

These very powerful, ¼ hp, American made, flex shaft machines, come with electronic foot pedals and are available with or without a #30 handpiece.

Description Stock# Price
ProFlex w/out Handpiece PFM-04.002 $150.00
ProFlex with Handpiece PFM-04 $175.00

 

The I. Shor Co.

I. Shor Canada
Shor International Corporation
Fine Tools, Equipment and Innovative Products Since 1918
20 Parkway West, Mt. Vernon, N.Y. 10552
Phone (914) 667-1100 Fax (914) 667-0190

e-mail:

shorinternational@attglobal.net