vellis Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Ok, I finally broke down and bought some really needed (according to me ) fossil prep tools. 1) ultrasonic cleaner from harbor freight tools. It is a 2.5 liter capacity for about $75 2) Air scribe - technically it is still considered a pneumatic engraving tool. I think it may be a newer model, it is a Chicago Pneumatic CP9160 I picked it up for $129. It seemed like a good compromise between the CP710, which I was not so sure about, and the CP9361, which seems to be somewhat of a standard, but not for detail work and costs a bit more than the 9160. Actually, it seems to be fairly close to the All Air Products one that a lot of people like, but that would be better addressed by someone who has seen or used both. Specs 1.69 CFM air usage 32,400 Blows per Minute After trying the $20 dremel engraving tool, or the Dremel of Destruction (likely due to my inexperience and impatience). But the new CP 9160 is great. The ultrasonic cleaner is great too, I have not had anything that is too delicate to put in there, although with Baculites, I only have put a few In that I didn't mind losing, or at least breaking apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sward Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'll be anxious to see some results from each. I've been using the Sears engraver and it seems to do a good job for what I use it for, but it's certainly not cut out for big jobs. Post some before/after pics from each. SWardSoutheast Missouri (formerly Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX) USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vellis Posted August 15, 2012 Author Share Posted August 15, 2012 I do not have any good before and after pics from the air scribe / engraver, but here is one from the ultrasonic cleaner. Granted it looks like it is mostly loose dirt on the before pic in this case, I have been able to use it to clean out some packed in stuff in small places that would have taken a LOT longer otherwise. Before: After: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sward Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Looks like it's done a good job... and like you said, alot quicker than manually. I've never really thought about one before, but I may just have to check it out more closely. By the way, I'm not sure what that's a pic of, but it sure reminds me of a human brain. SWardSoutheast Missouri (formerly Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX) USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vellis Posted August 15, 2012 Author Share Posted August 15, 2012 If I guessed and/or remember correctly; not looking at it now. I think it is an Exogyra Ponderosa or similar with a lot of holes in it, from a boring sponge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndianaSam Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I have had an ultrasonic cleaner in the past, they work great. And yes I am a Dremel kind of person as well, and they do take a bit of patience and practice, although I wouldn't mind getting my hands on an air scribe either... Hope the new tools work well for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now