Oct 16, 2023 · The factory tip that comes with the Dremel will work but is not ideal. It's made for engraving into metal not fossil matrix. Ideally, you will need tungsten carbide tips that will fit …

Nov 2, 2015 · I have used a Dremel and grinding stone to remove excess matrix. It throws tons of dust and is not precise enough to use close to the fossil. The many available configurations of …

Aug 8, 2018 · Dremel uses vibration whereas scribes are more of a mini jackhammer. Dremel will also take a lot longer, and it is not recommended for finer detail work. They may be better …

Aug 6, 2019 · The dremel engraver and a few pics is how I started prepping (heck it’s still how I prep) make sure you post plenty of pictures of your progress and don’t be afraid to ask advice. …

Dec 6, 2016 · I find the Dremel and similar engravers to be hard on the hands with prolonged use. I believe the ElectroStylus with its pencil shape is superior to the top heavy type. It is easy to …

Nov 13, 2018 · I use dremel for finishing purpose also (removing pen marks) With the shale where i find my trilos, it works like a charm, though the flexible is a must. I mostly use the "abrasive …

Apr 20, 2024 · Hi, from what I can glean from the topics it appears to get the best use from my Dremel 290 engraver I'd need to get the Zoic paleo bits. My wife purchased a package of bits …

Jul 7, 2019 · Nice to see this topic. I have scribes but had to resort to a dremel engraver recently and could have done with these bits. The dremel seems to run quite well for extended periods …

Feb 23, 2014 · I use silicon carbide or aluminium oxide grinding stone attachments on a pendant dremel. The carbide ones are harder but more expensive. There are several different shapes. …

May 17, 2025 · I was wondering how to use the different tips for the tools. I got a Dremel tip set from ZOIC for prepping and was wondering what the proper use for each tip was. It came with …