Engravers and Probe Tool Info
Engraving • Detailing • Hole Cutting
Each of these tools are designed so that only the tip heats up. They all serve a specific purpose, whether it’s engraving, creating holes, or a combination of the two. Use this page to decide which one best suits your needs.
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Precision Engraver
Make intricate details and engravings in various types of foam. Only the tip heats up. The Precision Engraver has a tip that’s shaped for more precise details.
Series: Crafters
SKU: #K12B
Compatible Power Supplies:
Long Engraver
Create fine details and engravings in foam or make holes for wiring/pegs. Only the tip heats up. The Long Engraver has a longer shaft with a round, blunted tip for hole making.
Series: Crafters
SKU: #004
Compatible Power Supplies:
Probe Tool
Make up to 24″ deep holes with a 1/8″ diameter for wires, pegs, etc. Only the tip heats up.
Series: Crafters
SKU: #K12P
Compatible Power Supplies:
What can an Engraver/Probe Tool do for You?
From fine detailing to creating holes, our Engravers and Probe Tool are perfect for adding finishing touches to your projects. Only the tip heats up on these tools. Perfect for engraving bricks, blocks, stones, words, and other shapes into foam for detailed looking walls, abutments, portals, slats, cobblestone roads, signs as well as creating channels for wiring or holes for thin rods or dowels.
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FAQs
What’s the difference between an Engraver and a Hot Knife?
Our Hot Knives are designed to cut through foam. Though they can do some detailing, they do not excel at it. The Engravers are the best tools for creating fine details such as bricks and cracks, but are not effective at cutting foam.
What are the differences between the Precision and Long Engravers?
The Precision Engraver is shorter, but has a more precise pointed tip for greater detail work. The Long Engraver has a blunter tip, but the shaft is longer which makes it better for poking holes for wires, pegs, etc.
Can you engrave with the Probe Tool?
Technically you could, but it would be a lot like trying to cut something out of a piece of printer paper with garden shears. It would just be too unwieldy to be practical.