Robert Sorby continues to lead the way with woodworking tool innovation with the introduction of the all new Micro tool system.
The system is centred on the beautifully engineered burgundy anodised aluminium handle. Into this handle can be fitted an array of tools.
There
are 4 separate tools available:
Micro Sandmaster
Micro Spindle Set
Micro Spiralling Tool
Micro Hollowing Set
The
main benefit of this system is that the woodturner can buy just one of the
above sets which include the modular handle and then add any of the other
sets to complement their collection.
The introduction of the micro Sandmaster comes from an increased interest by woodturners of producing smaller, more delicate work.
This system uses the same free spinning technology as the existing Robert
Sorby Sandmaster but utilises a 1" (25mm) foam pad, onto which can
be fitted the 1" (25mm) Velcro style abrasive discs.
The position of the head can be adjusted so those awkward-to-get-at spots
can be sanded.
The micro Sandmaster comprises of an aluminium handle, micro Sandmaster head, 1" (25mm) foam pad and eight abrasive discs, two of each of the 120, 180, 240 and 400 grits , two Allen keys and an instruction leaflet.
The head is available separately for those who already have the handle.
| Description | Ref |
| Micro Sandmaster complete |
888SM
|
| Micro Sandmaster - head only |
888/0
|
| Micro Sandmaster 1" Velcro Pad |
411
|
| Micro Sandmaster 1" Abrasive Disc 120 grit (pack of 10) |
411A120
|
| Micro Sandmaster 1" Abrasive Disc 180 grit (pack of 10) |
411A180
|
| Micro Sandmaster 1" Abrasive Disc 240 grit (pack of 10) |
411A240
|
| Micro Sandmaster 1" Abrasive Disc 400 grit (pack of 10) |
411A400
|
Having interchangeable blades makes this set an attractive set for any woodturner wanting to turn fine intricate spindle pieces.
The set comprises an aluminium handled ½" (13mm) gouge for roughing down and basic shape and design. A ¼" (6mm) skew for fine detail and a 5/32" (4mm) beading & parting tool for detailing and parting off. Ideal for pen turners.
| Description | Ref |
| Micro Spindle Set complete incl. 3 blades |
88HS3T
|
| Micro ½" Gouge Blade |
888/4
|
| Micro 5/32" Beading & Parting Blade |
888/5
|
| Micro ¼" Skew Chisel Blade |
888/8
|
With surface decoration and small intricate work being ever more popular this new Spiralling tool covers all options.
Like the existing Robert Sorby Spiralling System, this tool incorporates
a tool rest to ensure the correct angle is maintained when producing fine
delicate spirals.
The system comprises of an aluminium handle, micro spiralling head (shaft
and tool rest), two micro spiral cutters (fine and medium), two Allen keys
and an instruction leaflet.
The modular set includes all the above except the handle.
The spiralling head is also available separately. In addition, there is a texturing cutter for those wishing to decorate miniature projects.
| Description | Ref |
| Micro Spiralling System complete incl. 2 cutters |
370A
|
| Micro Spiralling Tool - head and 2 cutters |
370/0 |
| Fine Spiralling Cutter |
370/01 |
| Medium Spiralling Cutter |
370/02 |
| Texturing Cutter |
370/03 |
This handy set is ideal for the turner producing miniature boxes or hollow forms. It utilises the same anodised aluminium handle as the other micro set.
With the introduction of a specifically designed micro boring tool for initial waste removal, a micro swan neck hollowing tool and a micro round nose scraper, this hollowing set gives the woodturner the ability to hollow out delicate vases.
Modular handled micro hollowing set (87HS3T)
| Description | Ref |
| Micro Hollowing Set complete incl. 3 blades |
87HS3T
|
| Micro Boring Blade |
888/6
|
| Micro Swan Neck Hollowing Blade |
888/7
|
| Micro Round Scraper Blade |
888/9
|
