Hi all and thanks for the interest. Yes there is a transformer in there (the black thing 240VAC down to 12VAC), I was looking at the Pyro-master pyrography pen, but it seems that the only decent pens are the ones that are wire tipped. Then I looked at the price of them. That is one of the reasons for the DIY. The other is as HC says. I love the challenge of making things, especially if it saves me money. Most of that stuff I had lying in the garage, so it was just a case of putting it together. I bought 2m of 24swg heating wire and a ceramic terminal block. What do you mean- now all he has to do is make a pen. Thats the pen in the pic. OK I will attempt to refine it a bit, but its mostly for texturing as opposed to writing. I also noted the proper pens get hot when burning heavy duty lines. I had the power up and the ceramic was only just warm, and the wires were cool. Then the tip melted as it was so hot. I must say I have a healthy respect for electricity, and am aware of the dangers.
Hi John, dont think Im good enough yet, to sell anything, no money fom turning yet. Hopefully, one day.
Hi Gnu, I cant write flowingly with a fountain pen, so I dont think I will be writing too much with my bodge job.
Doug