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1. Chomas Creations Cricut Maker Engraver Tool
Feature
Fits in the Cricut MAKER and Cricut Explore ONE electronic cutting machines only | Does NOT work in any other electronic cutting machine not listed aboveEtches or Engraves metals, metal clay slabs, stencils, plastics, acrylics, leather, glass, some papers...
Carbide Tip & Aluminum Housing ~ Made in the USA | Scrapbooking Accessories Etch Engrave
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Description
The Etching Tool by Chomas Creations sits in the blade holder in the machines and locks right into place per machine instructions. It can be used to engrave and/or etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...), metal clay, leather, and some papers. Although this tool will etch or engrave on Stainless Steel/Steel, the electronic cutting machines themselves do not provide enough pressure to do so. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use. Note before you order: This tool does NOT FIT in any other machine than the Cricut Maker and the Cricut Explore ONE. Please search in the Amazon catalog for this tool that fits in other machines.2. The Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette by Chomas Creations and Stamping Blanks: Round, Heart, and Dog Tags
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Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette and 10 stamping blanks: 4 round, 3 heart, and 3 dog tags.The Silhouette engraver works on the Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, Cameo 2, Cameo 3, Curio, KNK Zing, Wishblade and the Cricut, Cricut Expression 2. EXCEPT the Cricut EXPLORE models, it does NOT work on the Explore models.
All blanks are 14g aluminum, .063" thick. One side has a protective film cover. Round stamps are 1" diameter with hole; hearts are 3/4" with a right hole; dog tags are 1"x 2" with hole.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information.
Description
The Etching/Engraving Tool fits in the blade housing unit in the Silhouette brand of electronic cutters (Cameo and Portrait) and the Cricut brand electronic machines EXCEPT for the Cricut Explore (it doesn't fit in those models). It also fits in the KNK (Klic-N-Kut), Pazzles, and Xyron Wishblade. It can be used to engrave and etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal and metal clay. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. For the Silhouette machines, anything less than 0.8mm thick will fit, including metals (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...) at less than 18 gauge thickness. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use.3. The Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette by Chomas Creations and Heart Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette, and 10 heart stamping blanks.The Silhouette engraver works on the Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, Cameo 2, Cameo 3, Curio, KNK Zing, Wishblade and the Cricut, Cricut Expression 2. EXCEPT the Cricut EXPLORE models, it does NOT work on the Explore models.
Blank hearts are 14g aluminum, .063" thick, 3/4" with a right hole. One side has a protective film cover.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information.
Description
The Etching/Engraving Tool fits in the blade housing unit in the Silhouette brand of electronic cutters (Cameo and Portrait) and the Cricut brand electronic machines EXCEPT for the Cricut Explore (it doesn't fit in those models). It also fits in the KNK (Klic-N-Kut), Pazzles, and Xyron Wishblade. It can be used to engrave and etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal and metal clay. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. For the Silhouette machines, anything less than 0.8mm thick will fit, including metals (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...) at less than 18 gauge thickness. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use.4. The Etching Tool: Engraving Tip for the Silhouette by Chomas Creations, Made in the USA
Feature
Use in many electronic cutting machines, including Silhouette,KNK, Pazzle, Xyron Wishblade, and Cricut EXCEPT the Cricut EXPLORE models
Etches/Engraves metal, metal clay, more
Carbide Tip, Aluminum Housing / Made in the USA
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Description
All of the Chomas Creations Silhouette tools (Etching/Engraving, Pen holder, Marker holder) will work with the new Cameo 3.5. The Etching/Engraving Tool: Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air by Chomas Creations
Feature
You can engrave on pretty much anything you can fit under the rollers of the Cricut Explore, Explore Air, and Explore Air 2.Will NOT work in the Explore One or Cricut Maker.
Simply add the engraving tip where you would normally put your pens and engrave anything you would typically cut.
Please make sure you use maximum pressure settings.
Hard metals, such as stainless steel do not work well, since it is a very hard metal. Aluminum blanks will work better.
Description
The Etching Tool for the Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air sits in the "A" slot in the machine(s) and locks right into place per machine instructions. It does not fit in any other electronic cutter. It can be used to engrave and etch plastics, acrylics, metal clay, and can also etch/engrave on flat metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum [but not hard metals such as steel/stainless steel]) as long as the metal can fit under the Cricut rollers. It may also etch on glass and some papers. Test before investing in expensive media. Please note that this tool does NOT work in any machine(s) but the ones indicated in this listing. The Etching Tool for the Silhouette, KNK, Pazzles, Xyron Wishblade, and Cricut (all but Explore, Explore Air, and Explore One models) can be found by searching for this Product Number here on Amazon: B00TSIEUV0.6. PEN HOLDER Chomas Creations Silhouette Cameo Machine Metal
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Fits Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, KNK Zing and the WishbladeFits pens up to 3/8" thick in superior quality aluminum tool
Easy to use/Create drawings, designs, borders, and other crafts quickly
Made in U.S.A
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Description
The all NEW adjustable pen holder for the Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, KNK Zing and the Wishblade. Use any pen in your machine to draw instead of cut your images. Because there is no top to the holder, height is no problem. Simply add your pen to the holder, use the Popsicle stick to adjust your height, adjust the screw, and you are all set to draw. Works with all the Chomas Creations mini gel pens. White Signo Uniball gel pen will not fit in the pen holder. It will fit in the marker holder though. You can also add a stylus to the pen holder to emboss with your Silhouette/Cameo. Will hold most pens up to 3/8 inch in diameter. These are now in stock and shipping. See a video using the Chomas Creations adjustable pen holder here... http://amychomas.blogspot.com/2011/11/video-using-chomas-creations-adjustable.html. As always, Made in the USA. All of the Chomas Creations Silhouette tools (Etching/Engraving, Pen holder, Marker holder) will work with the new Cameo 3.7. The Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette by Chomas Creations and Round Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette, and 10 round stamping blanks.The Silhouette engraver works on the Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, Cameo 2, Cameo 3, Curio, KNK Zing, Wishblade and the Cricut, Cricut Expression 2. EXCEPT the Cricut EXPLORE models, it does NOT work on the Explore models.
Blank rounds are 14g aluminum, 1" diameter, brushed aluminum.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information.
Description
The Etching/Engraving Tool fits in the blade housing unit in the Silhouette brand of electronic cutters (Cameo and Portrait) and the Cricut brand electronic machines EXCEPT for the Cricut Explore (it doesn't fit in those models). It also fits in the KNK (Klic-N-Kut), Pazzles, and Xyron Wishblade. It can be used to engrave and etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal and metal clay. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. For the Silhouette machines, anything less than 0.8mm thick will fit, including metals (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...) at less than 18 gauge thickness. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use. All of the Chomas Creations Silhouette tools (Etching/Engraving, Pen holder, Marker holder) will work with the new Cameo 3.8. The Etching/Engraving Tool Cricut Explore One by Chomas Creations
Feature
For use in the Cricut Explore ONE only.DOES NOT WORK IN THE Cricut Explore, Explore Air, Explore Air 2 or any other machine. This tool only works in the Cricut Explore One machine.
The housing is made of lightweight aluminum and the tip is very hard carbide.
Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass. See product description below for more media information.
Made in the USA
Description
The Etching Tool for the Cricut Explore One fits in the blade housing unit; just remove the blade and insert The Etching Tool. It can be used to engrave and etch plastics, acrylics, metal clay, and can also etch/engrave on flat metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum) as long as the metal can fit under the Cricut rollers. Although the tool theoretically could etch steel/stainless steel, the machines don't provide enough pressure for success. It may also etch on glass and some papers. Test before investing in expensive media. Please note that this tool does NOT work in any machine but the one indicated in this listing.9. The Etching/Engraving Tool (Cricut Explore & Cricut Explore Air) by Chomas Creations and Round Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air, and 10 round stamping blanks.Fits Cricut EXPLORE, EXPLORE AIR and EXPLORE AIR 2 (DOES NOT WORK IN Cricut EXPLORE ONE)
Blank rounds are 14g aluminum, 1" diameter, brushed aluminum.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information
Description
The Etching Tool for the Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air sits in the "A" slot in the machine(s) and locks right into place per machine instructions. It does not fit in any other electronic cutter. It can be used to engrave and etch plastics, acrylics, metal clay, and can also etch/engrave on flat metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum [but not hard metals such as steel/stainless steel]) as long as the metal can fit under the Cricut rollers. It may also etch on glass and some papers. Test before investing in expensive media. Please note that this tool does NOT work in any machine(s) except the ones indicated in this listing. The Etching Tool for the Silhouette, KNK, Pazzles, Xyron Wishblade, and Cricut (all but Explore, Explore Air, and Explore One models) can be found by searching for this Product Number here on Amazon: B00TSIEUV0. All of the Chomas Creations Explor tools (Etching/Engraving, Pen holder, Marker holder) will work in the Explore Air 2.10. The Etching/Engraving Tool for the Explore One by Chomas Creations and Round Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette, and 10 round stamping blanks.For use in the Cricut Explore ONE. DOES NOT WORK IN THE Cricut Explore or Explore Air or any other machine
Blank rounds are 14g aluminum, 1" diameter, brushed aluminum.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information
Description
The Etching Tool for the Cricut Explore One fits in the blade housing unit; just remove the blade and insert The Etching Tool. It can be used to engrave and etch plastics, acrylics, metal clay, and can also etch/engrave on flat metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum) as long as the metal can fit under the Cricut rollers. Although the tool theoretically could etch steel/stainless steel, the machines don't provide enough pressure for success. It may also etch on glass and some papers. Test before investing in expensive media. Please note that this tool does NOT work in any machine but the one indicated in this listing.11. Chomas Creations: Sillhouette Precision Etching / Engraving Tool
Feature
For use in the following electronic cutting machines: Silhouette (all machines) - Cricut machines EXCEPT the Cricut Explore, Explore Air/Air 2, Explore ONE, Maker - KNK (Zing, Maxx, Groove, Groove-e, and Eagle models) - Pazzles - Xyron - Wishblade - US Cutter - Black Cat Lynx - GazelleDoes NOT work in any other electronic cutting machines than what is noted above
Finely and Precisely etches, engraves metals, metal clay slabs, stencils, plastics, acrylics, glass...
Carbide Tip & Aluminum Housing & Plastic Tip Cover ~ Made in the USA | Scrapbooking Accessories
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Description
The Etching Tool Precision Tip by Chomas Creations fits in the blade housing unit in the electronic cutting machines noted in the bullets above. It can be used to finely engrave and/or etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...), and metal clay (would not advise to use on leather unless a precise small area is being worked on, but may tear it - or paper). Although this tool will etch or engrave on Stainless Steel/Steel, the electronic cutting machines themselves do not provide enough pressure to do so. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use. Note before you order: This tool does NOT FIT in these Cricut models: Explore, Explore Air, Explore Air 2, Explore ONE or Cricut Maker.12. Silhouette Precision Etching/Engraving Tool by Chomas Creations and Stamping Blanks: Round, Heart, and Dog Tags
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Bundle includes the Silhouette Precision Etching/Engraving Tool 10 stamping blanks: 4 round, 3 heart, and 3 dog tags.The Engraver/Etcher works in Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Curio, Portrait, Cameo, Cameo 2, Cameo 3, KNK Zing & the Wishblade machines.
All blanks are 14g aluminum, .063" thick. One side has a protective film cover. Round stamps are 1" diameter with hole; hearts are 3/4" with a right hole; dog tags are 1"x 2" with hole.
Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, soft metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality carbide tip and aluminum housing. Made in the U.S.A
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Description
With the Chomas Creations engraving tip you can engrave on pretty much anything you can fit under the rollers in the Silhouette.
Easy to use, simply place in holder, in place of the blade and lock into place.
Create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly.
The engraving tip does not require any other special pieces to work. No special mats either, just use your original Silhouette Mat. You may need to add extra adhesive to hold your item in place.
Lifetime warranty. As always made in the USA!
13. The Etching/Engraving Tool (Cricut Explore & Cricut Explore Air) by Chomas Creations and Heart Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air, and 10 heart stamping blanks.Fits Cricut EXPLORE, EXPLORE AIR and EXPLORE AIR 2 (DOES NOT WORK IN Cricut EXPLORE ONE)
Blank hearts are 14g aluminum, .063" thick, 3/4" with a right hole. One side has a protective film cover.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
See description below for more detailed information
Description
The Etching Tool for the Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore Air sits in the "A" slot in the machine(s) and locks right into place per machine instructions. It does not fit in any other electronic cutter. It can be used to engrave and etch plastics, acrylics, metal clay, and can also etch/engrave on flat metal (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum [but not hard metals such as steel/stainless steel]) as long as the metal can fit under the Cricut rollers. It may also etch on glass and some papers. Test before investing in expensive media. Please note that this tool does NOT work in any machine(s) except the ones indicated in this listing.14. Bundle, 2 Items: The Etching Tool (Silhouette - Cricut [NOT Explore Models] - Pazzles - more) + Set of 2 Anodized Aluminum Blanks (3.5" square)
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BUNDLE, 2 ITEMS ~ The Etching Tool + Set of 2 Anodized Aluminum Blanks (3.5" square)WORKS IN Silhouette (Cameo, Portrait, & Curio), KNK, Pazzles, Xyron Wishblade, and older Cricut electronic cutting machines ~~~ DOES NOT WORK IN the Cricut Explore models (Explore, Explore Air, Explore One)
ANODIZED ALUMINUM BLANKS ~ 3.5" square (jumbo size!) provides plenty of engraving/etching practice space & front and back can be utilized.
ETCHES/ENGRAVES metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more...
Made in the USA: The Etching Tool (Carbide Tip & Aluminum Housing) | Made in China: Anodized Aluminum Blanks
Description
THE ETCHING TOOL: The Etching Tool fits in the blade housing unit in the Silhouette brand of electronic cutters (Cameo, Portrait, and Curio) and the Cricut brand (except Explore models - it doesn't fit) electronic machines. It also fits in the KNK (Klic-N-Kut), Pazzles, and Xyron Wishblade. It can be used to engrave and etch many materials, including acrylic, plastic, glass (if your machine allows this), metal and metal clay. Any material used with this tool should sit on the machine's mat and fit under the machine's rollers. For the Silhouette machines, anything less than 0.8mm thick will fit, including metals (copper, bronze, silver, aluminum...) at less than 18 gauge thickness. Although the tool theoretically could etch Steel, the machines don't provide enough pressure for success. Ensure the machine you use can accommodate the media you desire before committing to specific media use. THE ALUMINUM BLANKS: This bundle includes two (2) anodized aluminum blanks for practicing metal etching. Color: Blue - Blank size: 3.50" square (88.9mm square) - Thickness: .016" (.406 mm), which is 26 gauge. For best results, remove any oils from the blanks by wiping their fronts and backs with alcohol and allow to dry before placing on machine's mat. The blanks may be tumbled for a short time to remove burs after etching. Note before ordering: Works with the Cricut machines EXCEPT the Cricut Explore models (Explore, Explore Air, Explore One).15. The Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette by Chomas Creations and Dog Tag Stamping Blanks
Feature
Bundle includes Etching/Engraving Tool for the Silhouette, and 10 dog tag stamping blanks.The Silhouette engraver works on the Silhouette, Silhouette SD, Portrait, Cameo, Cameo 2, Cameo 3, Curio, KNK Zing, Wishblade and the Cricut, Cricut Expression 2. EXCEPT the Cricut EXPLORE models, it does NOT work on the Explore models.
Blank dog tags are 14g aluminum, .063" thick, 1"x 2" with hole. One side has a protective film cover.
Easy to use/create designs, letters, borders, and other crafts quickly. Etches/Engraves metal clay slabs, metal (not hard metals like steel/stainless steel), stencils, plastics/acrylics, some glass, more. High quality Carbide Tip and Aluminum Housing/Made in the U.S.A
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