Anyone use a Dremel?

[greg.rocco at gmail.com (Greg Pallett)]

Thanks for the ideas and advice everyone.  I'll be sure to try it with a
higher speed and less load next time I'm using it.


GP


On 8/1/07, LEF <rocco16@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> I agree with Al.  An electric motor that is running at elevated temps is
> under too much load for its size.  Dremels are like 1/10,000hp (smilie),
> so
> you have to keep the R's up and the loads down.
>
> If you have a continuing need for a rotary tool, the best bet is a
> Foredom.
> You can get these in 1/10 and in 1/4hp versions.  They will cost several
> hundred, but they are powerful, versatile, and durable...plus, the will
> allow you to use 1/4", 1/8", and 3/32" shank tools in them, which means
> your
> choice of tools is practically unlimited.
>
> larry
> sandiego16v
>
>
>
>
>
> Running the dremel at low speeds and higher loads (loading down the bit,
> resulting in higher current draw) will result in high heat levels.   Al
>
>
>


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