Which Dremel or similar

[rincerofwinds]

Hi,

Im looking to start making a few small things (coasters etc) and possibly doing some glass etching.

I was at a show the other day and saw the Dremel Moto Saw, which looked great for cutting the wood, but I was wondering if something like a DREMEL 3000-6/45 be better for me to start off with.

Is there anything similar/better on the market?

any advise would be much appreciated.

Thanks
rincerofwinds

 

[Harbo]

Proxxons

Rod

 

[János]

Hello,

A straight die grinder or a grinding motor with a flexible shaft would be a much better choice. These tools are suitable to continuous use and can handle large tool shaft diameters (1/4", 8mm), so you could use industrial tooling with them.

Best wishes,

János

 

[dickm]

if you go down the die grinder route, the Bosch P50 and P500 with removable bases are in effect die grinders. But not sure if there is a variable speed versiosn now.

 

[Nick Gibbs]

If you are looking for something small for very detailed work, I recommend the Wecheer engravers. The 18v model is brilliant, but not for fast removal. The Proxxon range is good, especially their mini angle grinders, though I have had issues with overheating when used continuously, especially with a mini Arbortech blade. I've had to buy the Wecheer direct from their Far East base, or from Woodcraft in the US. Tom Lie-Nielsen uses one to 'autograph' planes he sells at shows.

Nick