Spartas Phalanx
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Whatever you do don't get a digital, its a pain in the neck to reset the speed after you turn it of, especially if you are working at 35,000 rpm
Which Dremel Do You Use?
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I just ordered the Black and Decker RTX with 30 accessories and 2 clamps on amazon for $32.49.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001GUDRI
I wanted to get a dremel, but alot of the reviews I read complained about them not being as durable as they were beofore. The RTX had pretty good reviews and was considerably cheaper (walmart has a $26 version). It's also a little stronger (I think it goes up to 30,000 rpm). When I found out that it still accepts all Dremel accessories including the flex shaft, that sealed the deal for me. I also bought the 150pc dremel accessory kit (mainly for the fiberglass cutters). I'm still waiting on the shipment, but I'll write more about it when it comes.
The only downsides I see are that it's a bit bulkier and it hasn't been around as long as dremel, so there may be some kinks to work out still.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001GUDRI
I wanted to get a dremel, but alot of the reviews I read complained about them not being as durable as they were beofore. The RTX had pretty good reviews and was considerably cheaper (walmart has a $26 version). It's also a little stronger (I think it goes up to 30,000 rpm). When I found out that it still accepts all Dremel accessories including the flex shaft, that sealed the deal for me. I also bought the 150pc dremel accessory kit (mainly for the fiberglass cutters). I'm still waiting on the shipment, but I'll write more about it when it comes.
The only downsides I see are that it's a bit bulkier and it hasn't been around as long as dremel, so there may be some kinks to work out still.
Macattack64
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I purchased that one for the 32.49 the only thing is that it is new. Nothing's been touch it's just that they have the box that has already been opened or isn't seal but nothing has been taken out or touched. It's free shipping.
I ordered it on oct 1 and it was here on the 3rd.
I needed a wired one after getting a wireless that dies a lot.
I'm also glad that it came with clamps. It'll help when putting together my new and current project of a battle rifle. Plus you can use the clap to hold down a visor while you cut it if you need to.
I ordered it on oct 1 and it was here on the 3rd.
I needed a wired one after getting a wireless that dies a lot.
I'm also glad that it came with clamps. It'll help when putting together my new and current project of a battle rifle. Plus you can use the clap to hold down a visor while you cut it if you need to.
Well I bought this about 3 weeks ago and still haven't used it yet. My first project will be Doc's handplates which I really want to paint
I wanted to know what grit the sanding bits are and which of the cutting wheels are stronger.
Also, is this respirator good enough for dremeling and sanding? This is the one I use for resining, I think it mentions particles on the package, but it could be particulate (whatever that means) so I'm not sure.
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=prod...&lpage=none
It might or may not be the same one I have, I just know it says paint spray and organic.
thanks!
I wanted to know what grit the sanding bits are and which of the cutting wheels are stronger.
Also, is this respirator good enough for dremeling and sanding? This is the one I use for resining, I think it mentions particles on the package, but it could be particulate (whatever that means) so I'm not sure.
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=prod...&lpage=none
It might or may not be the same one I have, I just know it says paint spray and organic.
thanks!
LastSpartan
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I use a cutting bit like the #412.
I do not use the sanding bits at all on mine since it's too crappy ( Mine is a JobMate)
I do not use the sanding bits at all on mine since it's too crappy ( Mine is a JobMate)
Seno Ypsamee
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I use whatever one my dad got from his work, xD
Actually, that's where a lot of my supplies come from, therefore I actually will end up cutting out maybe $250 when I do get around to making some armor!
Actually, that's where a lot of my supplies come from, therefore I actually will end up cutting out maybe $250 when I do get around to making some armor!
I use a dremal engraver. its about £15, and its good for fancy detail. it works a little bit like a tattoo thing.
Also, if your going to buy bigger dremals, don't go cheap. You'll find that the parts are really crappy. Mine was cheap and because of the amount it vibrates it keeps jumping out of gear.
Also, if your going to buy bigger dremals, don't go cheap. You'll find that the parts are really crappy. Mine was cheap and because of the amount it vibrates it keeps jumping out of gear.
ahh k thanks.
The cutting wheels are actually the bottom left ones with the Red dots.
So are sanding bits just one single, rough grit?
Is my respirator good enough for use with my dremel? I posted link in my previous post.
Also, do you recommend I use a clamp to hold down the handplates when I work on them? or do you think holding it with one hand while I dremel with the other will be fine?
thanks.
The cutting wheels are actually the bottom left ones with the Red dots.
So are sanding bits just one single, rough grit?
Is my respirator good enough for use with my dremel? I posted link in my previous post.
Also, do you recommend I use a clamp to hold down the handplates when I work on them? or do you think holding it with one hand while I dremel with the other will be fine?
thanks.
Ral Partha
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Those are actually grinding bits so they only have one grit grade.Enrisan said:
A dustmask is sufficient so a respirator is more than sufficient.
Unless you're doing fine work like engraving lines, clamps are overkill. All other work like sanding, polishing etc can be done while holding it by hand.
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LastSpartan
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Yeah I was holding mine with my hand and I cut myself. The wheel gets so hot, my scar is pretty ugly :S
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