Dremel type tool

Lazy-Ferret · 15-02-2019, 23:24

Can anyone recommend another make of Dremel tool. I am on my 5th Dremel, and I think with each new tool, they actually last less time. My last one was a 4000, which was a great tool while it worked, but it had a few design flaws, like the most comfortable way to hold it when grinding and cutting meant you covered the air vents, so it would get too hot. This one has only lasted 18months.

So, has anyone found a better quality one, or one that is designed for heavy duty applications, as mine does get a lot of use?

panelbeater · 16-02-2019, 09:58

got mine from eb not a drem though, about 14 and ok but cant say about heavy duty use though.

Lazy-Ferret · 16-02-2019, 12:28

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Originally Posted by panelbeater

got mine from eb not a drem though, about 14 and ok but cant say about heavy duty use though.

Cheers, I have an old Expo, it's great, but cutting those 6mm bolts in the back of the Jeep and it got hot enough to trip the power supply. The good thing with the Dremel is it increases the power as it needs it, so does not stall like the Expo always does. I think the Expo is more geared at model work, where the hardest thing it would do is cut a 4mm bolt to size, where as I am always grinding and cutting car stuff with mine.

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jims-terrano · 16-02-2019, 13:14

What about these multitool multicutter things. Screwfix seem to have a selection of them cordless and mains powered . They have different attachments. Think they vibrate rather than spin blades.

https://www.screwfix.com/c/tools/multi-tools/cat830708

Lazy-Ferret · 16-02-2019, 14:23

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

What about these multitool multicutter things. Screwfix seem to have a selection of them cordless and mains powered . They have different attachments. Think they vibrate rather than spin blades.

https://www.screwfix.com/c/tools/multi-tools/cat830708

I have a Lidl one of those, brilliant bit of kit, but they are not as manageable in tight spaces like the Dremil. They are great on wood, plasterboard and aluminium.

The other problem with them, which is personal to me, is they vibrate a lot and that sets up the pain in my hands and lower arms so I cant use them for the next 2 days.

It's the same with orbital sanders, but I am fine with the belt one. The percussion drill wipes me out as well.

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15-02-2019, 23:24	#1
Lazy-Ferret Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDi SE Touring Posts: 5,221	Dremel type tool Can anyone recommend another make of Dremel tool. I am on my 5th Dremel, and I think with each new tool, they actually last less time. My last one was a 4000, which was a great tool while it worked, but it had a few design flaws, like the most comfortable way to hold it when grinding and cutting meant you covered the air vents, so it would get too hot. This one has only lasted 18months. So, has anyone found a better quality one, or one that is designed for heavy duty applications, as mine does get a lot of use?

16-02-2019, 09:58	#2
panelbeater Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: clacton on sea essex Vehicle: nissan terrano 2 2.7 tdi Posts: 1,638	got mine from eb not a drem though, about 14 and ok but cant say about heavy duty use though.

16-02-2019, 13:14	#4
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	What about these multitool multicutter things. Screwfix seem to have a selection of them cordless and mains powered . They have different attachments. Think they vibrate rather than spin blades. https://www.screwfix.com/c/tools/multi-tools/cat830708