Bench Tools Eschenbach MaxdetailDesigned to provide 2X magnification at 16 inches, Eschenbach Maxdetail hands-free, head-mounted glasses can be adjusted so that each eye lens can be focused separately to +/- 3 diopters. Featuring Eschenbach PXM optics and lightweight flexible plastic temples, the glasses offer a 20° wide field of view and a frosted objective lens housing to eliminate distracting reflections. Contact: Otto Frei, P.O. Box 796, 126 Second St., Oakland, CA 94607; 1-510-832-0355; fax 510-834-6217; e-mail info@ottofrei.com; www.ottofrei.com. MJSA Member See our ad on page 21.
 EZ-LatheSuitable for use on flex-shaft or standard 2.35 mm micromotor handpieces, the EZ-Lathe uses prefabricated cylinders to quickly create basic wax patterns. Offering a variable offset positioning feature for creating eccentric designs, the unit allows the cutting of outer and inner ring surfaces. Designed for use with conventional tools and techniques, the EZ-Lathe is supplied with wax blanks in the form of cylinders with a 10 mm center hole, or as full blocks. Contact: Ti-Research GbR, Am Oberen Bühl 13, D-97350 Mainbernheim, Germany; 49-9323-80159; fax 49-9323-80156; e-mail info@ti-research.com; www.ti-research.com. MJSA Member  FirescoffDeveloped for easy warm-water cleanup, Firescoff is a ceramic powder coating that offers firescale prevention and heat shield dispersion while acting as a flux. Applied as a spray coating, it can be used on gold, silver, sterling, metal clay, copper, and stainless steel. Firescoff offers an integrated heat shield to protect gemstones from stray heat, as well as a non-fluorinated flux for consistent, non-brittle welds. Since Firescoff is water-soluble, no acid pickle is required. Contact: Nventa Inc., 6619 E. Paradise Lane, Scottsdale, AZ 85254; 1-480-922-9383; e-mail info@nventa.com; www.nventa.com. MJSA Member  GRS Metal FormerSuitable for use with soft metals, such as copper, silver, and gold, with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.8 inch (7.6 to 20.3 mm), the GRS Metal Former allows users to bend flat strips of metal into C-shaped bracelets measuring from 0.25 to 1.25 inches (6.4 to 31.8 mm) wide. Designed to prevent the distortion of engraving work, the Metal Former features a die seat made of a soft alloy material that supports pressure from the die and can be reformed by heating when necessary. The Metal Former comes with two different fixed punch sizes, one adjustable die cavity, a palm knob, and an oval knob. Contact: Glendo Corp., 900 Overlander Road, Emporia, KS 66801; 1-800-835-3519 or 1-620-343-1084; fax 620-343-9640; e-mail glendo@glendo.com; www.glendo.com.  GRS MicroblockDesigned to provide solid work support in a small and maneuverable size, this miniature engraving block is machined from stainless steel and finished with a low-glare treatment to reduce eyestrain. Offering a self-centering jaw system for stone setting and small engraving jobs, the Microblock features an adjustable internal brake system that allows users to choose the amount of rotational resistance. Measuring 40 mm by 43 mm (1.6 inch by 1.7 inch) and weighing less than 4 lbs., the MicroBlock comes with a support base, two sticks of thermlock, six hex nuts, four holding pins, and two hex keys. It is also available without attachments. Contact: Otto Frei, P.O. Box 796, 126 Second St., Oakland, CA 94607; 1-510-832-0355; fax 510-834-6217; e-mail info@ottofrei.com; www.ottofrei.com. MJSA Member See our ad on page 21.  iVue and iScope Inspection SystemsSuitable for inspection, quality assurance, material analysis, documentation, training, and more, the iVue and iScope Video Inspection Systems are designed to promote fast examination of objects at varying magnifications while reducing eyestrain for increased productivity. Operating on 110 volts, both systems feature a zoom lens, high-resolution 3.0 megapixel color camera, 8.4 inch color TFT (thin film transistor) LCD screen, and an LED ring light, as well as adjustable photo mode, exposure settings, and resolution selections. In addition, the iScope features a built-in stereomicroscope for viewing 3-D images. Contact: Gesswein, 255 Hancock Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06605; 1-203-366-5400; fax 366-3953; e-mail info@gesswein.com; www.gesswein.com. MJSA Member  Mantis Compact MagnifierDeveloped specifically for the jewelry industry, the Mantis Compact Magnifier offers a wide, eyepieceless viewing area with objective magnifications of 4X and 6X. Featuring 20 LEDs for shadow-free, white light illumination, the viewer offers good image clarity for low magnification tasks, as well as large working distances for rework, manipulation, or inspection tasks. The viewer is available with a bench stand or a swing-away stand. Contact: Kassoy, 16 Midland Ave., Hicksville, NY 11801; 1-516-942-0560; fax 942-0402; e-mail mgorzelski@kassoy.com; www.kassoy.com. MJSA Member Contact: vision engineering inc., 570 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776; 1-860-355-3776; fax 355-0712; e-mail info@visioneng.com; www.visioneng.com.  Micromotor Kit 1050Suitable for stone setting, bright cutting, polishing, grinding, and drilling, the Micromotor Kit 1050 features high torque (7.8 N/cm) and a brushless motor design. Offering load-sensing feedback that raises power under an increased workload, the micromotor has a variable speed of 1,000 to 50,000 rpm, which can be adjusted with a manual dial or foot pedal, as well as a sealed housing to eliminate dust build-up, noise, and vibration. The kit includes a control, a handpiece with a 2.35 mm collet, a variable-speed foot control, a handpiece cradle, and an extra fuse. Contact: The Foredom Electric Co., 16 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT 06801; 1-203-792-8622; fax 203-796-7861; e-mail info@foredom.com; www.foredom.com. MJSA Member See our ad on page 73.  Obira BinocularsAvailable in either palladium- or gold-plated finishes, the Obira Binoculars are lightweight magnifying glasses designed to provide 2.3X magnification without restricting the surrounding range of vision. The nosepiece is covered by hypoallergenic plastic and the ear pieces have spring hinges for optimal comfort and long-time wear. Contact: Rio Grande, 7500 Bluewater Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87121; 1-800-545-6566; fax 800-965-2329; e-mail info@riogrande.com; www.riogrande.com. MJSA Member See our ad on page 9.  OG-20 Oxygen Generating SystemDesigned for artists in the jewelry industry, the OG-20 Oxygen Generating System extracts oxygen from the atmosphere, concentrates it up to 95 percent, and delivers it to any application. Suitable for 24-hour operation, seven days a week, the OG-20 features a lighted on/off switch, integrated control panel, digital hours meter, and custom flow gauges and controls. Completely self-contained, the unit measures 17 inches wide by 10 inches deep by 27.5 inches high (43.2 cm by 25.4 cm by 69.9 cm), weighs 74 lbs., and uses less than 0.5 kW of electricity to deliver up to 22 cubic feet of oxygen per hour. Contact: Oxygen Generating Systems International, 814 Wurlitzer Drive, North Tonawanda, NY 14120; 1-800-414-6474 or 1-716-564-5165; fax 716-564-5173; e-mail ogsimail@ogsi.com; www.ogsi.com. MJSA Member  Plate Mate Disposable Plating PenDeveloped to work with all pen plating solutions, including rhodium, the Plate Mate Disposable Plating Pen provides up to 90 minutes of plating. Suitable for selection plating, quick touch-ups, and re-plating jewelry after repairs, the portable Plate Mate does not require heat. It has a self-contained power source and a platinized anode. Contact: Stan Rubinstein Associates, 56 Leonard St., #2, Foxboro, MA 02035; 1-508-543-4111; fax 543-3191; e-mail randy@sra-solder.com; www.sra-solder.com. MJSA Member  Preform Ring SizingSystem Designed to save process time and improve the quality of solder joints, the Preform Ring Sizing System includes special sizing stock and a custom vise clamp. It enables users to drill through shanks using a flex-shaft and chuck-style handpiece. Shaped to match the curvature of a ring shank, Preform sizing stock provides a flush fit, locking the stock in place. The stock is produced in three thicknesses (1.5 mm, 1.75 mm, and 2 mm), and is pre-measured to size rings up one-half to three-and-a-half sizes in half-size increments. Contact: Stuller Inc., 302 Rue Louis XIV, Lafayette, LA 70508; 1-800-877-7777; fax 800-444-4741; e-mail info@stuller.com; www.stuller.com. MJSA Member See our ads on pages 5, 25, and 33. |