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Etching Pens

These pens contain an acid solution that flows like ink and allows you to write on metal surfaces. Marks are black and smudgeproof.

Tip Style	Cap Style	For Use On		Each
Pointed	Push On	Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin	000000	000000

Etchers

Mark surfaces with handwritten messages, designs, or logos. Draw your message on stencil paper using a scriber or other sharp point, then place the stencil on your metal marking surface. To transfer the message, wet the pad on the etcher with etching solution and press it over the stencil, then touch the grounding wire to your marking surface to activate the solution. Marks are black. Use the included DC voltage adapter clip to make clear and frosted marks.

		Output			Electrical
	Etching Dp.	Current	Voltage	Input Voltage, V AC	Connection	No. of Blades	Cord Lg., ft.	Includes		Each
Iron and Steel



		0.0001" to 0.003"	2 amp	10V AC	120	Straight Blade	2	6	10 Small Sheets of Stencil Paper (2 1/4" Ht. × 3" Wd.) Iron and Steel Etching Solution (2-fl. oz. Bottle) Neutralizer Powder Mix (One Pack) One DC Voltage Adapter Clip One Etcher One Grounding Plate	0000000	0000000


		Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Stainless Steel, and Steel



				0.0001" to 0.003"	2 amp	10V AC	120	Straight Blade	2	6	10 Small Etching Pads (1 3/4" Ht. × 2 1/4" Wd.) 100 Small Sheets of Stencil Paper (2 1/4" Ht. × 3" Wd.) 3 Small Etching Grids (7/8" Ht. × 1 3/4" Wd.) Aluminum Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Black Oxide Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Copper, Brass, and Bronze Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Iron and Steel Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Neutralizer (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Neutralizer Powder Mix (One Pack) One DC Voltage Adapter Clip One Etcher One Grounding Plate Plastic Carrying Case Stainless Steel Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle)	0000000	000000


				0.0001" to 0.003"	2 amp, 10 amp	10V AC, 15V AC	120	Straight Blade	2	6	100 Small Sheets of Stencil Paper (2 1/4" Ht. × 3" Wd.) 5 Large Sheets of Stencil Paper (4" Ht. × 4 1/2" Wd.) 5 Medium Sheets of Stencil Paper (3-1/2" Ht. x 4 1/4" Wd.) Aluminum Etching Solution (4-fl. oz. Bottle) Black Oxide Etching Solution (4-fl. oz. Bottle) Copper, Brass, and Bronze Etching Solution (4-fl. oz. Bottle) Five Large Etching Pads (4" Ht. × 4 1/4" Wd.) Five Medium Etching Pads (2 1/4" Ht. × 4" Wd.) Iron and Steel Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Neutralizer (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Neutralizer Powder Mix (One Pack) One Grounding Plate One Large Etching Grid (2 1/4" Ht. × 4" Wd.) One Medium Etching Grid (2 1/4" Ht. × 2 1/2" Wd.) One Small Etching Grid (7/8" Ht. × 1 3/4" Wd.) Plastic Carrying Case Stainless Steel Etching Solution (8-fl. oz. Bottle) Two DC Voltage Adapter Clips Two Etchers Two Small Etching Pads (1 3/4" Ht. × 2 1/4" Wd.)	0000000	000000

Accessories and Replacements for Etchers

Etching Stencil Kits

Cannot Be Sold to Canada—Stencil Kits cannot be sold to Canada because they exceed regulatory limits on mercury.

Includes	Cannot Be Sold To		Each
10 Large Sheets of Vinyl Stencil Paper (6" Ht. × 5" Wd.) Developing Tray Digital Timer (Battery Not Included) Exposure Tray Four Developer Sponges Printer Transfer Sheets (Three Each for Inkjet and Laser Printers) Stencil Developer (16-fl. oz. Bottle) Ultraviolet Exposure Unit (12" Ht. × 6" Wd. × 5" Dp., 120V AC, 6-ft. Cord with Two-Prong Plug)	Canada	0000000	0000000

Ht.	Wd.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
2 1/4"	3"	100	0000000	000000

Ht.	Wd.	Pkg. Qty.	Pkg.
1 3/4"	2 1/4"	10	000000
2 1/4"	4"	10	00000
4"	4 1/4"	10	00000

Replacement Etching Grids

Etching grids allow precise alignment of your stencil on your marking surface.

Ht.	Wd.	Includes	Pkg. Qty.	Pkg.
7/8"	1 3/4"	—	3	000000
—	—	1 Medium Etching Grid (2 1/4" Ht. × 1 3/4" Wd.), 5 Medium Sheets of Stencil Paper (3 1/2" Ht. × 4" Wd.), Five Medium Etching Pads (2 1/4" Ht. × 4" Wd.)	1	00000
—	—	1 Large Etching Grid (2 1/4" Ht. × 4" Wd.), 5 Large Sheets of Stencil Paper (4" Ht. × 4 1/2" Wd.), Five Large Etching Pads (4" Ht. × 4 1/4" Wd.)	1	00000

Replacement Etching Solution and Replacement Etching Solution Neutralizers

Replacement Neutralizer Powder Mix (16 fl. oz. Yield)—Neutralizer removes etching solution residue from your metal marking surface after etching.

Replacement Neutralizer (16 fl. oz.)—Neutralizer removes etching solution residue from your metal marking surface after etching.

		Each
Replacement Aluminum Etching Solution (8 fl. oz.)	0000000	000000
Replacement Iron and Steel Etching Solution (16 fl. oz.)	0000000	00000
Replacement Black Oxide Etching Solution (8 fl. oz.)	0000000	00000
Replacement Copper, Brass, and Bronze Etching Solution (16 fl. oz.)	0000000	00000
Replacement Stainless Steel Etching Solution (16 fl. oz.)	0000000	00000
Replacement Neutralizer Powder Mix (16 fl. oz. Yield)	0000000	00000
Replacement Neutralizer (16 fl. oz.)	0000000	00000

Electric Engravers

Plastic Body

Stainless Steel Body

Freehand permanent markings on a variety of materials. These engravers are often used to mark tools and equipment for easy identification and tracking. Adjust the stroke speed to control the depth of your marks. Low stroke speed creates shallow lines and is best for soft materials, such as plastic and wood. High stroke speed creates deep lines and is best for hard materials, such as metal.

Stainless Steel Body—More durable than plastic to stand up to wear over time. These engravers last longer and won’t get damaged in your toolbox.

Carbide—The standard choice for engraving a variety of materials. Carbide tips are hard enough to mark metal and can also be used on plastic and wood.

Steel Tip—Ideal for engraving soft materials, such as plastic, wood, and leather. Steel tips are less durable than carbide tips.

Diamond Tip—The most durable tip material. Diamond tips are the best choice for marking extra-hard materials, such as ceramic, glass, and stone.

	Engravers														Carbide Engraver Tips		Steel Engraver Tips		Diamond Engraver Tips
	Body Material	Max. Strokes per min., stroke/min	Stroke Speed Adjustability	Tip Style	Tip Material	Carbide For Use On	Steel For Use On	Diamond For Use On	Wt., lb.	Cord Lg., ft.	Certification	Includes		Each		Each		Each		Each
Dremel



		Plastic	7,200	Adjustable	Pointed	Carbide	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	—	—	0.8	5	UL Listed	0-9 Numeric Stencils, A-Z Character Stencils, Dash Stencil (-), Forward Slash Stencil (/)	000000	000000	000000	00000	———	0	000000	000000


		Plastic	7,200	Adjustable	Pointed	Carbide, Diamond	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	—	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Ceramic, Copper, Glass, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Phenolic, Rubber, Steel, Stone, Tin, Wood	0.8	5	UL Listed	0-9 Numeric Stencils, A-Z Character Stencils, Dash Stencil (-), Forward Slash Stencil (/)	000000	00000	000000	0000	———	0	000000	00000


		Other Engravers



				Stainless Steel	7,200	Adjustable	Pointed	Carbide, Steel, Diamond	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Ceramic, Copper, Glass, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Phenolic, Rubber, Steel, Stone, Tin, Wood	0.6	6	—	—	0000000	000000	0000000	0000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000

Air-Powered Engravers

More powerful than electric engravers, these engravers let you create the same markings in fewer passes and with less effort. Adjust the stroke speed with a continuous dial to control the depth of your marks. Low stroke speed creates shallow lines and is best for soft materials, such as wood and plastic. High stroke speed creates deep lines and is best for hard materials, such as metal. These engravers need lubrication to work properly.

										Hose
Max. Strokes per min., stroke/min	Stroke Speed Adjustability	Tip Material	Tip Style	For Use On	Average Air Consumption @ Pressure	Wt., lb.	Gender	Pipe Size	Thread Type	ID	Lg., ft.		Each



	13,500	Adjustable	Carbide	Pointed	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	1.1 ft³/min @ 90 psi	0.3	Male	1/4	NPT	3/16"	8	0000000	0000000

Accessories and Replacements for Engravers

Engraver Tips


Pointed Tip	Flat Tip

Angled Chisel Tip	Flat Chisel Tip

Carbide Tip—The standard choice for engraving a variety of materials. Carbide tips are hard enough to mark metal and can also be used on plastic and wood.

Steel Tip—A good choice for marking soft materials, such as plastic, wood, and leather. These tips are less durable than carbide tips. They require a tip holder (sold separately).

Flat Tip—Grind these tips into a shape that works for your application.

Angled-Chisel Tip—A great choice for cleaning weld beads.

Flat-Chisel Tip—Best for scaling and deburring.

Tip
Material	Style	For Use On		Each
Carbide	Pointed	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Iron, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	0000000	000000
Steel	Flat	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	00000
Steel	Angled Chisel	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	00000
Steel	Flat Chisel	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	000000

Replacement Hose, Replacement Engraver Tip Holders and Replacement Engraver Filters

		Each
Replacement Air Hose for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	000000
Replacement Engraver Tip Holder for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	00000
Replacement Filter for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	00000

Deep Marking Air-Powered Engravers

Our fastest, deepest-cutting handheld engravers create marks that stay crisp and clear, even with wear and tear over time. With 30,000 strokes per minute, they can also make deep markings on hard materials. However, you can’t adjust their high stroke speed, so they may be too fast for shallow marking and engraving legibly on soft materials. These engravers need lubrication to work properly.

Carbide Tip—Hard enough to mark metal and can also be used on plastic and wood.

Engravers														Engraver Tips
										Hose
Max. Strokes per min., stroke/min	Stroke Speed Adjustability	Tip Material	Tip Style	For Use On	Average Air Consumption @ Pressure	Wt., lb.	Gender	Pipe Size	Thread Type	ID	Lg., ft.		Each		Each
30,000	Fixed	Carbide	Pointed	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	1.1 ft³/min @ 90 psi	0.3	Female	1/4	NPT	1/8"	6	0000000	0000000	0000000	000000

Scribers for Hardened Steel and Stainless Steel


Straight × Angled Fixed Tip	Straight Fixed Tip Pocket Clip

Straight Retractable Tip	Straight Retractable Tip Pocket Clip

A carbide tip marks hard materials such as hardened steel, stainless steel, and ceramics. It also lasts longer than steel tips on steel and plastics.

Retractable Tip—Retractable tip stays inside the handle for protection when it’s not in use.

Knurled-Head Grip—Knurled grip ensures a secure hold.

Hex Handle—Hex handle shape prevents the scriber from rolling.

Magnet—Scriber with magnet has a magnetic tip on the handle to retrieve ferrous particles from hard-to-reach places.

	Scribers											Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color	Includes		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Alloy Steel, Ceramic, Stainless Steel, and Tool Steel



		Carbide	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Smooth	Hex	Blue	—	00000000	000000	—	———	0


		Carbide	Straight	Fixed	5 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip	0000000	0000	3	0000000	000000
		Carbide	Straight	Fixed	5 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip, Magnet	0000000	00000	3	0000000	00000
		Carbide	Straight	Retractable	3 3/4"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	—	0000000	00000	3	0000000	00000
		Carbide	Straight	Retractable	6 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip	0000000	00000	1	0000000	00000

Scribers for Steel and Plastic


Straight × Angled Fixed Tip	Straight × Hook Fixed Tip

Straight × Scraper Fixed Tip	Straight Retractable Tip

Use the steel tip on these scribers to mark steel and plastics, or as a pick for cleaning and probing. They have a knurled grip for a secure hold.

Retractable Tip—Retractable tip stays inside the handle for protection when it’s not in use.

	Scribers										Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Plastic and Steel



		Steel	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	00000	—	———	0


		Steel	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8 5/8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	1	0000000	00000
		Steel	Straight × Hook	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	—	———	0
		Steel	Straight × Scraper	Fixed	6 1/2"	Steel	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	00000000	0000	—	———	0
		Steel	Straight	Retractable	3 3/4"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	3	0000000	0000

Air-Powered Engraver Kits

Use these kits for everything from permanently marking materials to cleaning and finishing surfaces. They come with all you need to get started, including an engraver, four types of tips, and a tip holder. The engraver is more powerful than an electric option, so you can make the same markings in fewer passes and with less effort. A continuous dial lets you adjust the stroke speed to control the depth of your marks. Low stroke speed creates shallow lines and is best for soft materials, such as wood and plastic. High stroke speed creates deep lines and is best for hard materials, such as metal. When swapping in another tip style, you must secure it in the engraver with the included tip holder. These engravers need lubrication to work properly.

Carbide Tip—The standard choice for engraving a variety of materials. Carbide tips are hard enough to mark metal and can also be used on plastic and wood.

Steel Tip—Ideal for engraving soft materials, such as plastic, wood, and leather. Steel tips are less durable than carbide tips.

Angled-Chisel Tip—A great choice for cleaning weld beads.

Flat Tip—Grind these tips into a shape that works for your application.

Flat-Chisel Tip—Best for scaling and deburring.

													Hose
Body Material	Max. Strokes per min., stroke/min	Stroke Speed Adjustability	Tip Material	Carbide Tip Style	Carbide For Use On	Steel Tip Style	Steel For Use On	Average Air Consumption @ Pressure	Wt., lb.	Gender	Pipe Size	Thread Type	ID	Lg., ft.	Includes		Each
Aluminum	13,500	Adjustable	Carbide, Steel	Pointed	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Iron, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	Angled Chisel, Flat, Flat Chisel	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	1.1 ft³/min @ 90 psi	0.3	Male	1/4	NPT	3/16"	8	Air Filter, Carrying Case, Tip Holder	0000000	0000000

Replacements for Engravers

Engraver Tips


Pointed Tip	Flat Tip	Angled Chisel Tip	Flat Chisel Tip

Tip
Material	Style	For Use On		Each
Carbide	Pointed	Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Bronze, Iron, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Tin, Wood	0000000	000000
Steel	Flat	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	00000
Steel	Angled Chisel	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	00000
Steel	Flat Chisel	Acrylic Plastic, Leather, Rubber, Wood	0000000	000000

Replacement Hose, Replacement Engraver Tip Holders and Replacement Engraver Filters

		Each
Replacement Air Hose for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	000000
Replacement Engraver Tip Holder for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	00000
Replacement Filter for Adjustable Engravers	0000000	00000

Long-Life Scribers for All Materials

Mark almost any surface including the hardest tool steel and glass. The diamond tip on this scriber lasts longer than carbide tips on hard materials. Tip is retractable, so it stays inside the handle for protection when it’s not in use.

	Scribers											Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color	Includes		Each		Each
For Alloy Steel, Ceramic, Glass, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, and Tool Steel



		Diamond	Straight	Retractable	5 1/4"	Brass	Smooth	Round	Black	Pocket Clip	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Scriber Sets for Steel and Plastic

Mark steel and plastics or use as picks for cleaning and probing. These sets include a handle with four interchangeable points. The handle has a knurled grip for a secure hold and a hex-shaped handle that prevents rolling.

Magnet—Set with magnet has a magnetic tip on the handle to retrieve ferrous particles from hard-to-reach places.

		Tip				Handle				Container
	No. of Pieces	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color	Type	Material	Includes		Each
For Plastic and Steel



		5	Steel	Straight, Angled, Hook	Fixed	7 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Hex	Blue	Pouch	Vinyl Plastic	—	00000000	000000


		5	Steel	Straight, Angled, Hook	Fixed	7 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Hex	Blue	Pouch	Vinyl Plastic	Magnet	00000000	00000

Straight-Line Scribers

Also known as a marking gauge, this scriber draws precise, straight lines without the need for a straightedge or ruler. Lock the sliding head in place at the desired length and use it as a guide as you drag the scriber along the edge of your work surface.

	Scribers											Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Shape	Color	Max. Lg. Measured	Graduations (Numeric Graduations)		Each		Each
For Alloy Steel, Plastic, and Stainless Steel



		Steel	Straight	Fixed	12"	Nickel-Plated Steel	Rectangle	Silver	6 1/2"	1/8" (1/8")	000000	000000	0000000	00000