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Frequently Asked Questions

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How long is the Leather Branding Tool electrical cord?

The cord measures approximately 56 inches in length from the tool handle base to the plug. 8.5.7 .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1px solid #FFF;border-bottom: 1px solid #fff;}.tb_button.hover {borer:2px outset #def; backgr...

What is the temperature of the Leather Branding Tool once heated?

The Leather Branding Tool should take approximately eight to ten (8 – 10) minutes to completely heat up.  Once heated, please use caution as it may heat up to 810°F. 8.5.7 .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1px solid #FFF;bor...

What type of a leather surface is best used when creating with the Leather Branding Tool?

Leather apparel surfaces such as earrings, bracelets, bags, backpacks, shoes, vests, belts, and jackets can be decorated using the Leather Branding Tool.  Also leather home décor items like lampshades, chairs, ottomans, and even books or journals make great surfaces to decorat...

How do I begin using the Leather Branding Tool?

The art of branding or stamping designs into a leather surface is not only easy to do, it also is very relaxing.  Begin by selecting a design, transferring the design onto a chosen surface.  Next plug the Leather Branding Tool into an outlet, rest it in its metal safety stand ...

Do I need to prepare my surface?

The only preparation of a leather surface necessary prior to branding or stamping a design is to make sure the surface is dust-free and if desired, a pattern has been transferred. 8.5.7 .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1px ...

How shall I transfer my pattern?

A design pattern can easily be transferred to a leather surface using artist’s graphite paper. Graphite Transfer Paper: Begin by securing the printed or hand drawn pattern onto the leather surface using a piece of stencil tape.  Slip the artists graphite paper under the pape...

What is the best way to hold my Leather Branding Tool?

The best position to hold the Leather Branding Tool, while in use, is like a pencil or paintbrush allowing the heated point to simply glide over the leather surface.  The only exception to this rule is when using the Stamping Points which are better used in an upright 90° angl...

What is the best way to insert a point on my Leather Branding Tool?

All twelve points included with the Leather Branding Tool can easily be attached to the tool.  Before the tool is plugged into an electrical outlet and while both the tool and the point are still cool to the touch, squeeze a tiny amount of graphite dry lubricant (not included)...

What is the best technique to use when changing the points on the Leather Branding Tool?

For your safety, after using the Leather Branding Tool and before changing points, it is recommended that the tool be unplugged from the electrical outlet and allowed to completely cool down. NOTE:   It may take 30 – 45 minutes for the point and tool to cool completely, allow...

Should I store the Leather Branding Tool with a point attached?

After each use, it is recommended that the Leather Branding Tool be allowed to completely cool down. Once cool, remove the point and then store the tool without a point inserted.   8.5.7 .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1...
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