DIAMOND TIP SET™
User Instructions

Safety

• Always wear full eye protection when using this or any other tools.
• Work on a sturdy, level, work surface at a comfortable working height.
• Use only with the proper tool, such as the EasyMark™ Engraver or Inland FlexShaft™
• When using these tips for deep carving of glass, tile, or minerals, a coolant supply should be used. A squirt bottle of water or even a damp sponge will work well to keep the tip and work area cool. Take proper precautions when using a coolant fluid to prevent contact with the electrical components.
• Tips may load with softer materials like wood or plastic. To free the diamond crystals, us the tip on a harder material (like glass) for a minute or so. Alternately you can spin the tops through a softer bristle, brass wire brush for a few seconds.

Installing Diamond Tips

1. Unplug the tool you are inserting the tip into
2. Using with the Inland EasyMark™: Tips press fit into the (red plastic) collar inside the hand piece. Push the shaft end of the tip through the brass bushing at the end of the hand piece and into the collar. It should fit snugly with moderate hand pressure. engraver. (figure at right).
3. Using with adjustable chuck tools: These tips can be used with a flexible drive shaft like the Inland FlexShaft™ or any hand-held rotary tools with an adjustable chuck such as Dremel®. Follow the instructions provided with the tool for removing and changing bits.

Using Diamond Tips

A light hand makes it easier to control the tip on the glass and prevents premature wearing of the diamond.  If it "squeals" you are pressing too hard causing the tool motor to turn against a stationary tip. It is the repeated application of the diamond tip to an area that produce shading and depth in the design. For glass, clear areas appear darker while the etched areas are lighter. On tile, ceramic, and stone the underlying color will be brought up. Use a practice piece to try the following before beginning a final project.

1. The different tip styles to see what type of lines and shapes they create.
2. Using the engraver and tip to draw different shapes and line types
3. Practice writing and printing to get a feel of how the engraver feels and moves on glass.
4. Creating shading and line patterns.

• Draw a square and shade it in to a solid white using a ball and/or cylinder tip.
• Draw a long rectangle and shade from clear to opaque white using different tips
• Practice making half-tones and shading using different tips.
• Create stippling by tapping various tips vertically onto the glass.
• Create feathered strokes by applying the tip to the surface lightly and then fling the tip away and off the glass. 
• Draw the same line in series using different tips to the see variations created.

5. Some other examples of uses for diamond tips include:

• You can etch a design onto a piece of glass or bevel and then use the engraver and diamond tips to add depth and additional details.
• Instead of engraving the top side of a bevel or piece of glass, reverse the design and engrave from the back. You get an entirely different look.
• Try engraving on tiles, ceramics, and colored glasses, black is particularly striking.
• Engrave glasses, plates, or other glass serving items as gifts or to personalize.
• Use the tips to sign your work or engrave identification into valuables.

Service

If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of this or any Inland product please call Inland Customer Service at 1-800-521-8428 9 AM to 5 PM EST., email us, or write us at:

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