The following videos are what we have called “Foredom Basics”.  Safety, machine set up, installation of handpieces and accessories, plus, routine maintenance to keep your Foredom flexible shaft machine running safely and for the best performance are well worth your time! A recently added video with metalsmith and educator Melissa Muir answers questions about the advantages of Flexible Shaft Machines versus Micromotors.

Foredom Basics

Safety Guidelines

Flex Shaft vs Micromotor

Proper Set Up

Attaching and Removing Handpieces and Accessories

Shaft Lubrication

Flex Shaft & Motor Maintenance with Melissa Muir

Shaft Replacement

Motor Maintenance – Removing Dust and Replacing Motor Brushes

Handpiece Maintenance – The Do’s and Don’ts of Handpiece Maintenance. Featuring H.30, H.44T, H.28, H.18, H.20, H.15, H.15D, H.18D and duplex springs- with Melissa Muir

Learn about Foredom drill press adaptors and handpiece holders.