Vince Pitelka on sat 22 jan 05
> Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it? The
> publicity posters in the store didn't help - some pics had people wearing
> them, some
> not!
Dear Jenny -
It is appalling that any advertising picture would show someone using a
rotary tool without proper eye protection. Forgive me for my tone, but this
should be common sense. You never, ever want to take any chances with your
eyesight. ANY time there is the slightest chance of flying particles,
rebounding tools, chipping materials, errant hot gases, etc., wear eye
protection. Don't ever risk eye damage.
Purchase high-quality safety glasses or goggles, and make sure that they are
rated for impact resistance. Don't settle for a face shield. Wear safety
glasses in addition.
Good luck -
- Vince
Vince Pitelka
Appalachian Center for Craft, Tennessee Technological University
Smithville TN 37166, 615/597-6801 x111
vpitelka@dtccom.net, wpitelka@tntech.edu
http://iweb.tntech.edu/wpitelka/
http://www.tntech.edu/craftcenter/
Jenny Lewis on sat 22 jan 05
Hi all
Just recently bought a rotary tool which is not by dremel but that kind of
thing. I to use it for smoothing rough bottoms, or engraving designs, etc. it
was on sale for a good price so I figured why not.
Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it? The
publicity posters in the store didn't help - some pics had people wearing them, some
not!
If anyone in the UK is interested - it's from Robert Dyas, and was only 10
quid (well 9.99 really).
Thanks,
Jenny Lewis
in VERY WET Eastleigh, UK
Carol on sat 22 jan 05
Jenny,
YES! wear the safety glasses anytime you're working with "re-shaping"
fired clay. I was smashing some rejects with a wooden mallet, not too
long ago, and a tiny tiny shard hit me in the face. Ouch! I realized
then that, as they say, it's all fun till someone puts their eye out...
(do they say that only on this side of the pond??)
Carol R. one of 3 or 4 other Clayart Carols
http://homepage.mac.com/portfolio.carolross/Menu4.html
On Jan 22, 2005, at 12:21 PM, Jenny Lewis wrote:
Hi all
Just recently bought a rotary tool which is not by dremel but that kind
of
thing. I to use it for smoothing rough bottoms, or engraving designs,
etc. it
was on sale for a good price so I figured why not.
Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it? The
publicity posters in the store didn't help - some pics had people
wearing them, some
not!
If anyone in the UK is interested - it's from Robert Dyas, and was only
10
quid (well 9.99 really).
Thanks,
Jenny Lewis
in VERY WET Eastleigh, UK
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william schran on sat 22 jan 05
Jenny wrote:>Just recently bought a rotary tool which is not by
dremel but that kind of
thing. I to use it for smoothing rough bottoms, or engraving designs, etc. it
was on sale for a good price so I figured why not.
Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it?<
The only answer is YES! Anything one does that might cause little
bits to go flying around must wear eye protection. AND if you're
grinding clay fired or not, proper respiratory protection is also in
order.
Bill
Kruzewski on sat 22 jan 05
Yes, Jenny, you do.
I use them for all sorts of jobs round the pottery - especially now I
make crystalline glazes.
Particles of whatever you are grinding will fly up in to your face- and
of course eyes, if they are not protected.
They create a lot of fine dust too - so a mask is a good idea.
I had a Dremel first time round but the very fine clay dust got into it
and it wore out pretty quickly. The cheap one I bought to replace it has
actually lasted longer!
Jacqui
North Wales - whose lovely 4x4 went up in a cloud of steam and smoke
this week - cylinder head needs replacing - and we've only had it
6weeks!!! Yes- the warranty covers everything but.......what with that
and the weather, I'm glad I have my trip to NCECA to look forward to and
cheer me up.
Jenny Lewis wrote:
>Hi all
>
>Just recently bought a rotary tool which is not by dremel but that
>
>Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it? The
>publicity posters in the store didn't help - some pics had people wearing them, some
>not!
>
>
Debbie on sat 22 jan 05
ALWAYS wear eye protection with any rotary tool (ok, maybe not a wheel while
throwing or trimming ).
And check that the recommended rpm for the grinding tool are up to the rpm
of the motor. Grinding wheels have been known to fly apart.
Best Wishes, Debbie
>
>
> Hi all
>
> Just recently bought a rotary tool which is not by dremel but that kind of
> thing. I to use it for smoothing rough bottoms, or engraving
> designs, etc. it
> was on sale for a good price so I figured why not.
>
> Question: do I need to wear protective goggles while using it? The
> publicity posters in the store didn't help - some pics had people
> wearing them, some
> not!
>
Cindy in SD on sat 22 jan 05
Dear Jenny,
Yes, you need to wear safety glasses when using a rotary tool. Stuff
goes everywhere. Aluminum Oxide sand paper applied by hand might be
quicker. It's what I use. But the rotary tool is a lot of fun and good
for so many applications. You'll enjoy it a lot.
Best wishes,
Cindy in SD
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