Electric corded erasers

[Walril]

I have a sakura battery operated eraser. I like it but the erasers run out too quick. Plus i hate buying new batteries. I guess I could use rechargeable. I've been looking at corded models and its mixed reviews. So what say you?

[CyberLord]

Isn't an electric eraser the same thing as an electric knife?
I have seen those things but I have never been tempted to use one. Can you explain the benefits to me.
I currently use a Staedtler Mars eraser in the shape of a pen, so I can understand that part, but what value does the rotary action provide?

[Symson]

Don't use it. It grinds away the surface of your paper. It's too abrasive.

[50%grey]

I watched Dave Stevens do some cool stuff with an electric eraser before he passed away.

He would layer Zipatone ,and use the electric eraser to get some really cool highlight/tones.

Adam Hughes adopted some of that before he went all Copic.

Offtopic, but figure I'd put this here =P

[CyberLord]

Symson, that makes sense.
50%Grey, that also makes sense. I can see such a device being useful for erasing on plastic.
Thanks to both of you for your responses.

[Jcatlett76]

To clear up on misconception, it's only as abrasive as the force behind it. A lot of people are too heavy handed to use them. I actually use it because I do less damage with it than a traditional eraser. Also, they are great for getting into tight areas. An eraser shield comes in handy as well.

Here is the one I have. It's great!
http://www.amazon.com/Staedtler-Elec...4944607&sr=8-3

Hope this helps.

[Wassy]

I think where the electric ones really shine is if you're using colored pencil. They're the only thing that comes close to erasing colored pencil (good for highlights/shines).

[CyberLord]

I think where the electric ones really shine is if you're using colored pencil. They're the only thing that comes close to erasing colored pencil (good for highlights/shines).

That is interesting. Back in the day I used to draw with a black Prismacolor pencil. I really LOVE that black, but I could never erase it.
I may have to check out an electric eraser for that!

[Symson]

All plastic erasers change the surface of the paper. Jcatlett76 is right in that the more force you use, then the more abrasive it is. The eraser also deposits oil on the paper. Sometimes, not always, you can tell the surface is changed when you lay a pencil line on the erased area and it looks different.

[Smitty]

To clear up on misconception, it's only as abrasive as the force behind it.

Jcat ftw! Anything can be used incorrectly. I can kill you with a clock radio if I use it wrong enough.

Start with quality paper, choose the right color eraser, use the proper pressure and you'll be fine. Note that paper, tools and inks have a profound effect. The more absorbent the paper, the more you'll need to erase. Cotton plate will erase far more easily the wood pulp kid. Brushed ink will erase far more easily than pen. A stiff steel nib will leave a line thick enough for the blind to read by braille and will take serious effort to remove. If by chance you actually gouge into the paper, a spot of whiteout on the reverse side will stiffen it up.

Add Mark Shultz and myself to the list of pros who use them.