Cheap Foredom Alternatives. Testing 3 Vevor Flex Shaft Motors.

[@RoysRocks]

I got affiliate codes to work! USA S-R model: www.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/6mm-s-r-hanging-flexshaft-mill-jewelry-tools-no-leakage-flex-shaft-0-18000-rpm-p_010475532125?lang=en&currency=usd&shortkey=20240907iyDN 380W model: www.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-380w-6-5mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-motor-foot-switch-for-jewelry-polishing-p_010217370370?lang=en&currency=usd&shortkey=20240907iyDP 780W model: www.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-780w-6-5mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-23000rpm-jewelry-polishing-foot-switch-p_010553045782?lang=en&currency=usd&shortkey=20240907iyDO AUS S-R model: www.vevor.com.au/flex-shaft-c_11126/220v-s-r-4mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-motor-jewelry-design-repair-tool-au-stock-p_010148257831?lang=en&currency=aud&shortkey=20240907iyDS 380W model: www.vevor.com.au/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-6-5mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-220v-380w-jewelry-design-repair-tool-au-stock-p_010525914682?lang=en&currency=aud&shortkey=20240907iyDR 780W model: www.vevor.com.au/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-220v-6-5-mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-motor-jewelry-design-repair-tools-au-p_010346796916?lang=en&currency=aud&shortkey=20240907iyDQ EU S-R model: eur.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/s-r-4mm-hanging-flexshaft-mill-jewelry-tool-0-18000-rpm-220v-230w-foot-switch-p_010188752637?lang=en&currency=eur&shortkey=20240907iyDT 380W model: eur.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-hanging-flexshaft-mill-motor-780w-0-26-6-5-mm-jewelry-polishing-grinding-p_010273358135?lang=en&currency=eur&shortkey=20240907iyDU 780W model: eur.vevor.com/flex-shaft-c_11126/vevor-hanging-flexshaft-mill-motor-780w-0-26-6-5-mm-jewelry-polishing-grinding-p_010273358135?lang=en&currency=eur&shortkey=20240907iyDU

[@jeffholmes1362]

I feel like Roy’s dentistry is just around the corner. Thanks so much for trialling these, really interesting stuff

[@RoysRocks]

Haha I need some dentistry... all I need is a mirror.

[@Opalsnz]

😆

[@silverkasia76]

Just not having to switch the collects over is worth the price - thank you for the reviews!!

[@RoysRocks]

Haha true if you have many different sized burs. It saves so much time and these jaws are much better than most I have tried so far.

[@benaresq]

I recently picked up one of the 780W units for general fabrication work and I'll agree that it's a beast. I've tried it with a 1/4" shaft carbide burr and it will chew through steel at least as fast than my penumatic die grinder (and with far more control). There is very little lubricant in the shaft when they are delivered, a dose of bearing grease quietens things down nicely.

[@RoysRocks]

Oh nice now that sounds like you are giving it a real solid go! Me I just work with opal (effectively glass) and boy does it hit like a truck. I could see it being real good for some fabrication work though so I'll keep that in mind and it could be super useful when I am refurbing some equipment in the future.

[@charleslatre1436]

Great 👍 ntel and appreciate the effort it takes for these demo videos

[@RoysRocks]

No worries. Good to test these things so others dont waste time and money on the wrong one.

[@charleslatre1436]

@@RoysRocks fair point

[@Paul-BB-FNQ]

They will be the ones I'm looking at Roy Thanks. We watch you on TV via ThatCakeLady account. I saw a cheap rock saw with a thin blade; it comes as a kit. All plastic case but perfect for me, to not have to go to the Gem Club to use their gear. I'm sure I saw you use one? regards Paul.

[@RoysRocks]

I'm almost ready to do a longer term review on these after a few months of use. The fake Foredom style one is a pretty strong winner. All plastic case saw is fine as long as the blade spins, stays wet and straight its a winner.

[@zem7924]

Great, helpful comparison. Thank you! How is the 780 watt for precision work? I'm after something that can do low speeds and not lose much in power.

[@RoysRocks]

Oh for that it is fine. Even at low rotation it still maintains a really strong torque. Just controlling it is a bit difficult with the foot pedal depending on how slow you want to go. A dial style potentiometer would help there.

[@zem7924]

@RoysRocks good to know, thank you!

[@kenoathiog1156]

Hey Roy- thanks for the model comparison! I might find the foot pedal annoying- but any thoughts as to any kind of intermediary power regulator? I also thought of something like a wedge with stepped heights from high (lowest speed) & increments going down to low (highest speed) - that you pull in & out of the foot pedal… that way you can just hit the speed you want without having to approximate it every time- and less fatigue. Possibility?

[@RoysRocks]

Hey man, I thought the foot pedal was annoying at first but that part I am loving now. Instant ability to up the speed at times I need it. I have seen people using door stopper wedges and rubber bands otherwise I am thinking of making a dial style adapter since I am doing so much electrical work these days.

[@kenoathiog1156]

@@RoysRocksyou’re the man that can ! 😎 good to know re: the foot pedal. I’ll certainly consider these machines in future

[@videouploads1551]

Hey Roy i was wondering which one would be your recommendation for ski boot grinding?

[@RoysRocks]

Hi not something I am familiar with but it you are grinding plastic I would stick to a weaker motor maybe even the weakest. If it is metal maybe having a bit more grunt would be useful. I think in either case any would work but it comes down to if you need more power or not.

[@gjackson6569]

It would have been helpful to know about heat transfer on the flex shaft handles. I've read that these machines handles get very hot after a small amount of usage. Did you find that to be an issue?

[@RoysRocks]

I have never had a flex shaft heat up. I am about to pull the trigger on my final review and recommendation of the best model for lapidary work. That and many other things will be mentioned but maintenance wise a thin oil is all that is needed (but thats another video).

[@Opalsnz]

Cheers for the info. I use a Dremel with a flex shaft and find it 'bogs down' quite easily which it not great. I have always wondered what differences there might be with the stylus/handle as well. I.e. what size, weight and ergonimics, and also which flext shafts are more supple.

[@RoysRocks]

I like the Ozito slim hand piece but many find them to small and prefer the chunky foredom style handpieces. I might just need to adjust.

[@Paul-BB-FNQ]

Thanks Roy, that was very much appreciated. Unfortunately I was gifted a brand new Ryobi Rotary Tool (plug in with variable speed like your Ozito) & it is to cumbersome to put any of the bits you use. When I saw this clip I now know I need a flex drive. I am interested in one of your starter kits actually but first I've just looked at flex drives & Ryobi make one. Are you familiar? Will the flex attach by unscrewing the keyless chuck on my Ryobi tool, do you know at all. Thanks mate Paul

[@RoysRocks]

I know ryobi have a battery operated flex shaft tool but not sure if it can be used on the handheld rotary tool.

[@Paul-BB-FNQ]

@@RoysRocks yeah, same Roy. I might take the keyless chuck off & measure the thread size. I'll let you know what I figure out mate.

[@Paul-BB-FNQ]

I just had a good look at the plug in 240v that I've got; no luck. It's a quick chuck hard up on armature shaft. It would do the job but a thin flex shaft would be better. Now that I've seen this show of yours I will sort it out, thanks Roy.

[@dcallan812]

I fancy getting a flex shaft motor so this is very handy. thanks 2x👍

[@RoysRocks]

No worries. S-R is the current winner. Might just be a higher quality motor because it almost feels stronger than the 380W

[@Paul-BB-FNQ]

Gidday Roy, I've been waiting, analysing etc. The SR seems to be my choice too but unsure if I ask if I can buy from you or where else? Q. does the flex shaft come as part of the package? I recently got the carving & polishing kit from you & haven't tried it out yet as I really wanted something better than the Ryobi tool I have ( not keen on using it) & I now can upgrade. If you know of anything else then your advice is more than welcome. Keep the videos coming mate & looking forward to your holidays 😀 cheers Paul BB FNQ

[@RoysRocks]

Hi Paul, there will be a final video revealing the winner in 2 days... but yes it is the SR, and yes all the flex shafts come with a flex shaft, would be odd if they didnt. I put the affiliate links in the video description for a few countries so just pick the right one for you. The ryobi would probably work and they should sell a flex shaft attachment for it.

[@HansFormerlyTraffer]

I have to check out the 780.

[@RoysRocks]

Man that thing is a beast. What are you carving?

[@HansFormerlyTraffer]

@@RoysRocks High speed steel and tungsten carbide,

[@Famo59]

Great review Roy.. Well.!!!… I will Be working on videos for editing today and upload them soon.. Have a great day. Cheers Tony 👍🍻⛏️

[@RoysRocks]

Oh cool. More golden nuggets were found then? Guess you never come back empty handed.

[@andrewavellino6427]

If that 780w is a beast, what about the 1000w or 1200w ones? Overkill

[@RoysRocks]

Even the 780W is overkill but I could see them being useful for material that might be more gummy (like some woods).

[@Scarlet_Soul]

Well this us handy considering mine burnt out just before your previous video XD

[@RoysRocks]

Ah RIP. I'm sure my Ozito is on the verge of dying. High speed it sounds like it is about to explode. Brushes are probably getting chewed up.

[@Scarlet_Soul]

@@RoysRocks I took it apart and the coating on the coils had melted and seized the motor

[@RoysRocks]

@@Scarlet_Soul Ah yeah I've seen that before. No carbon brush replacement is going to fix that and not worth a rebuild.

[@nancycurtis7315]

Thanks Roy. I'm late. You tube is not giving me anything but junk stuff. Very few of my channels notifications are coming through. Apologies for tardiness. 😢

[@RoysRocks]

Haha youtube doing youtube things. I keep getting recommended rubbish as well when all I really need are my Pulitzer opal, BOD, nnopals and opal mills videos.

[@nancycurtis7315]

@RoysRocks Tried to email you, couple of times. Not good. Don't know if got through. I have some cash saved. Twice last. I would like you to get me on some really nice rough. Half is for one belemnite. I'm obsessed by them. If possible. Shoot me an email and I'll try and get it right!

[@ccccarriemchardy9216]

Good comparisons.

[@RoysRocks]

Thanks hopefully it helps people make a low budget choice.

[@bobs-rocks]

Thanks for the reviews, added to my wish list!

[@RoysRocks]

Happy to help. I'll keep using them and see if I have any issues.

[@fuyukolehmann2098]

Good morning, Roy. Are you recording in pyjamas?😅 😂.

[@RoysRocks]

Nah just my penguin oodie.

[@drfill9210]

I bought one of these second hand... it broke...

[@RoysRocks]

I dont think I would ever buy a second-hand flex shaft unless it was a foredom for a tenth of the price of a new one.

[@drfill9210]

@RoysRocks I wouldn't either... now!

[@Jewclaw]

Wait… so what made the S-R better than all the others??? Or just like what’s the difference (beside wattage) in the motors??? Like I came into this already understanding how more Watts = more power… and if that’s the only difference in these motors than 12 + min. is wayyy too long of a video to say that. But I watched this video a few times all the way to end and you didn’t ramble or go off on any tangent. I didn’t notice any dead space and you stayed on topic. So I was baffled… WTH did you talk about for 12 min??? Bc it sounded informative but other than Watts I still don’t know the differences in the motors

[@RoysRocks]

Biggest difference would be a reversible motor. Other notable differences power, control, noise level, price. Not sure how many differences you are expecting between 3 hanging electric motors? Also, I know the world has zero attention span but 12 minutes is the blink of an eye.