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Stone and Stud Setter


Model GU50 Setter
Stone and stud setter hand press applies pressure with little effort by way of its long lever and robust design.
Technical specifications appear at the bottom of this page as well as some frequently asked questions.

What ornaments will it set?
 Nailheads (like Bedazzler studs)
Preset rhinestones (like Bedazzler rhinestones)
Rhinestone Rivets
Loose stones with rim settings
The press does not handle Tiffany Settings at this time.

Is anything else needed apart from the machine?
Yes. In order to set an ornament it has to be held properly in the setter. This is done by way of a die. You install the die in the press and then insert the ornament into the cup of the die. Some dies are suitable for more than one style of ornament, but it is possible that you may need a unique die for every ornament you want to set.

Can it set anything else.
Yes. This machine is just a press. It can in effect set anything for which you have the correct dies.
A custom die making service is available. Starting prices are $180 per die.

 


Nailheads
These nailheads come in a range of sizes and can be set easily using the AD series dies.
A single sized AD die can set all the nailheads shown below provided the nailhead size corresponds.
Spot Nailhead Flat Nailhead Target Nailhead Box Diamond Diamond Nailhead Hi Bead Nailhead Flrentine Nailhead
The nailheads shown at right might require more experience for successful application without damage to the point on them. Cone Nailhead Spiral Nailhead Spike Nailhead Star Nailhead Vortex Nailhead

Preset Rhinestones
are easily set using the MDT series dies. You need a unique die for each size of preset stone.
Rhinestone Rivets
are set with the RVTH series dies. You need a unique die for each size of rhinestone rivet.
Rim Settings
are set with the AD series
Reset Rhinestones
Rhinestone Rivets
Rim Settings

MDT Series Dies
The MDT series are Top Loading (TL) so you are looking at the finished side of your item when you are pressing the lever.
RVTH Series Dies
The MDT series are Bottom Loading (BL) so you are looking at the back side of your item when you are pressing the lever.
AD Series Dies
The AD series are Bottom Loading (BL) so you are looking at the back side of your item when you are pressing the lever.
MDT Series Die
RVTH Series Die
AD Series Die

There's actually a whole lot more we could tell you about dies but it's beyond the scope of this page.
Look for a separate pamphlet about dies to be published soon.

GU50 Technical Specifications
Top Mounting: 8mm Female Thread Cast Iron Construction
Base Mounting: 19mm Hole Ships UPS in a carton
Max Clearance with no attachments: 60mm Dim: 29cm x 24cm x 12cm   (11" x 9.5" x 4.5")
Throat Depth: 100mm (4") Assembly of handle required
Plunger Stroke: 27mm (1-1/16") Weight 11 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GU50 strong enough to set on heavy materials?
The ability to penetrate your heavy suede, leather and nylon materials is not limited by this equipment. The limiting factor in a heavy duty application is the ornaments themselves.
Are the prongs of the ornament stiff enough to penetrate the material without bending?
Is the prong length long enough to fold over on the back side of the material?

You can get some idea about this by first testing by hand if you don't have a machine.
Tests by machine are better because the die offers some support to the prongs during penetration.