Flexible Shaft Machines- Foredom and Grobet brands including a wide variety of types, all with speed control rheostats. Used in industrial, jewelry manufacturing and hobbyist applications. For carving, cutting, shaping and engraving metal, glass, wood and stone. Site includes the famous 350,000 rpm Turbex, commonly used for engraving and decorating car windows, wood and stone carving and other purposes.

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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

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

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	.	.

	Description	Voltage	Stock#	Price
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.
	Comes with FCH foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design.	110V	TX-TXR 110V	$295.00
	Comes with SCH foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design.	110V	TX-SXR 110V	$315.00
	Comes with 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 TXR foot operated electronic speed control in plastic housing with extra wide design.	110V	TXB-TXR 110V	$315.00
	Comes with SXR foot operated electronic speed control in cast iron housing with extra wide design.	110V	TXB-SXR 110V	$335.00
	Comes with EMX manual electronic operated speed control in plastic housing.	110V	TXB-EMX 110V	$335.00

	Description	Voltage	Stock#	Price
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.
	Comes with 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 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 EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing.	110V	L-EM 110V	$265.00
		220V	L-EM 220V	$290.00
	With built-in speed control.	110V	LM 110V	$290.00
	With built-in speed control.	220V	LM 220V	$290.00
	Comes with 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 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 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
	Comes with 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 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 EM manual operated electronic speed control in plastic housing.	SR-EM 110V	110V	$250.00
		SR-EM 220V	220V	$250.00
	With built-in speed control.	SRM 110V	110V	$260.00
	With built-in speed control.	SRM 220V	220V	$260.00
	Comes with 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 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 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
	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
		S, SR, CC & L	220V	FCT-2	$35.00
		TX	110V	TXR-1	$55.00
		TX	220V	TXR-2	$55.00
	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
		S, SR, CC & L	220V	SCT-2	$55.00
		TX	110V	SXR-1	$75.00
		TX	220V	SXR-2	$75.00
	CFL Style Speed Control- Carbon resistance rheostat in metal housing	S, SR, CC & L	110V/220V	CFL-15	$28.00
	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
		S, SR, CC & L	220V	EM-2	$50.00
		TX	110V	EMX-1	$65.00
		TX	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 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.

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

Foredom PowerGraver PG Motor - With 36" neoprene flexible sheath. 2 year warrantee.

PG-Motor-110V

$215.00

PG-Motor-220V

$215.00

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

EMG Dial Control- For use on 110 V or 220 V

EMG DialControl

$50.00

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

Collets

602

$6.00

603

$6.00

604

$6.00

Anvil- ³/32"

10177P

$3.00

Carbide Point- ³/32"

A-EP165P

$5.00

Pave Diamond Point- ³/32"

R15G

$19.50

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

$137.00

220 volt

34.330X

$137.00

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

Shor International Corporation
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