Dremel 3000 Flexi

[PeteG]

Is the Dremel a handy tool to have? I've thinking of using up my points with D&M tools who also seem to be the cheapest on this kit.

 

[Mike.S]

I have the Dremel 4000 (just more accessories I think) and it's occassionally very useful e.g. cleaning out/polishing nooks and crannies; cut-off disc etc. However, if I didn't have it I'd seriously consider just buying a flexible drive shaft to fit to a drill or grinder, then buy just the bits that I need (and non-Dremel brands are cheaper and just as good ime).

 

[jonluv]

Depends on what you make , for Segmentation and Intarsia I could not do without it for shaping pieces. For fretwork I use it ( with workstation) for drilling entry holes, for Toys and stand alone Jigsaws to round over edges.
Only problem I have is the Quality I only get about 18 months from one but am tied to it because of the Workstation. ( drill press)

John

 

[PeteG]

I have the Dremel 4000 (just more accessories I think) and it's occassionally very useful e.g. cleaning out/polishing nooks and crannies; cut-off disc etc. However, if I didn't have it I'd seriously consider just buying a flexible drive shaft to fit to a drill or grinder, then buy just the bits that I need (and non-Dremel brands are cheaper and just as good ime).

Thanks Mike I had no idea you could just buy a flexi shaft for a drill Could you recommend a gooden

 

[Mike.S]

Can't recommend one I'm afraid but the usual searches eg.this will show up likely candidates.

 

[PeteG]

Depends on what you make , for Segmentation and Intarsia I could not do without it for shaping pieces. For fretwork I use it ( with workstation) for drilling entry holes, for Toys and stand alone Jigsaws to round over edges.
Only problem I have is the Quality I only get about 18 months from one but am tied to it because of the Workstation. ( drill press)

John

Sorry John, I missed your post Does your Dremel only last 18 months before having to buy a new one? What you have described it for is pretty much what I'd be looking to use it for!

 

[jonluv]

On average yes 18 months-- have tried others and they are similar , but I do use it daily.
was going to buy the Proxxon equivalent but not sure if it will fit workstation

 

[jamiecrawford]

I recently bought the Clas Ohlson mini grinder, their version of the dremel. It comes with a stand and flexi shaft, and goes up to 35000 rpm. It has a five year guarantee, and takes all dremel accessories. It's just under thirty quid. I haven't used it much, but from what I've seen of it it's a good un.

I've owned one of their orbital sanders for a year, and have no complaints, and the build is solid for the price.

 

[PeteG]

On average yes 18 months-- have tried others and they are similar , but I do use it daily.
was going to buy the Proxxon equivalent but not sure if it will fit workstation

I had google the workstation Jon, very handy little stand. I now have the 3000 and station on order

I recently bought the Clas Ohlson mini grinder, their version of the dremel. It comes with a stand and flexi shaft, and goes up to 35000 rpm. It has a five year guarantee, and takes all dremel accessories. It's just under thirty quid. I haven't used it much, but from what I've seen of it it's a good un.

I've owned one of their orbital sanders for a year, and have no complaints, and the build is solid for the price.

Thanks Jamie Ordered the 3000 now, worked out a bit cheaper using my points up, and then received another £1.50 to start again!