Dremel: Which is best for me?

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

I've decided to finally get a dremel to mod my case and whatever else I feel like butchering ;) , but now I need to figure out which one to get

I was originally planning on going all out and getting the biggest kit they had for 189.99, but now I'm not so sure, here's what we have:

Basic Dremel Rotary Tool (http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=310019&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=732349&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=166971&bmUID=1028746963429) - 56.99

75 Piece Dremel Tool Kit (http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=751007&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=732349&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=166971&bmUID=1028746963434) - 129.99

154 Piece Dremel Tool Kit (http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=783583&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=732349&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=166971&bmUID=1028746963432) - 189.99

(All prices in Canadian $$$)

Money isn't really an issue, if I go for the biggest one it just means I'd have to wait til next paycheque to get it. Plus I don't wamt to spend the extra cash if you guys think I really won't be using the extra parts.

Thanks for your time :)

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[Penguin4x4]

75 piece. I don't know if these are available in Canada yet, but the Circle Cutter Attachment (http://www.dremel.com/productdisplay/att_template.asp?SKU=960-01&Color=99CCFF) and Work stand (http://www.dremel.com/productdisplay/accessory_template.asp?SKU=2217&Color=99CCFF) should be high on your next purchase list.

[Monaco]

I say, get the cheapest set that has the right model of Dremel you want. If you can, get the Dremel by itself- pawn shops are good for that.

Most folks will never use most of the accessories the big kits come with- just buy the bits as you need them. Think about it- do you really need 37 different types of sanding wheels etc, none of which work worth a damn on a PC case? :)

I just have the 2-speed model Dremel. The multi-speed really doesn't seem worth it to me- when I use one, I either have it all the way up or all the way down :D

Do NOT get the cordless Dremel, by any means. It sucks, and you will hate it. Trust me. The battery does nto last as long as it should, and curtailing your modding activities to wait for it to charge is a serious pain in the rear.

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

Yes, that circle cutter looks very good, seems I'lll go with the 75 piece and invest the money I save into a circle cutter.

Thanks

[Tbird man]

try to find a digital model. i got one on clearence and i LOVE it. it senses the speed drop when you start to cut and ups the voltage to keep it going. very difficult to stall. and the price isn't too bad ether. if you can afford it go for the digital.

[Tbird man]

oh and the circle cutter is only compatible with the advantage rotery saw not the regular dremel

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

Damn, well I have a steady hand and a few cases to practice on before I hack away at mine :p

[Tbird man]

whatever you i would look into the digital at least. (am i starting to sound like a dremel salesman:p ) i feel it is the best.

[Mike K]

If you are just going to be cutting your case, then get the cheapest version that can go up to 35K rpm. My Dremel died so I tried the B&D RTX and it works great. Can only go up to 30K but that's all you need. It has a few advantages over Dremel like a seperate on/off switch and easy changing of the bits. I got it for $50 US.

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

Ya I forgot to mention, not really just for my case, but if I'm gonna be installing some heatsink somewhere and it barely doesn't fit, I could just grind it down, I could install that window that I didn't think I would, get those blowholes in there, and whenever I'm bored o rwanna let off some steam, I just go wild on something :D

[Mike K]

Originally posted by Oreo_The_Cookie
Ya I forgot to mention, not really just for my case, but if I'm gonna be installing some heatsink somewhere and it barely doesn't fit, I could just grind it down, I could install that window that I didn't think I would, get those blowholes in there, and whenever I'm bored o rwanna let off some steam, I just go wild on something :D

The basic kit should include everything you need to do most stuff, like grinding down heatsinks. If you used them all, you can just buy individual attachments.

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

I put off reading the Dremel guide sticky, but I just read it and I just have so many ideas on how to customize my case, I'm gonna be real busy when I get this thing :bday:

[VeritasAequitas]

Get the basic kit with the 5000-35000 RPM model. Any other kit gives you a whole bunch of useless stuff like regular cutting wheels. Always use reinforced cutting wheels or a diamond blade. The only perk of the bigger kits are the carrying cases. My dremel has never seen the inside of its case.

The money you save can go towards more cutting wheels and stuff. Believe me... you will need them. I used 5 reinforced wheels on the last window I cut.

[trdsw20]

Sears is having a sale on there 75 piece dremel set . I think its goin for 59.99

Wal Mart also has a 20 dollar rotary tool.

Then Price Club or Costco has i think a 120 peice rotary tool accesory kit for 20 bucks.

Or you could go with the original dremel accesory kits that are priced around 10 bucks but is a great value.

I dont know if any of these are a good deal for you but you can definitley look into it. Maybe buy a cheaper dremel kit and spoend the saed money on a wheel cuting kit?

edit: Take a look here (http://www.sears.com/sr/product/summary/productsummary.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1243212314.102 8803805@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccikadcfljejfeecehgcemgdffmdfil.0&vertical=TOOL&fromAuto=YES&bidsite=CRAFT&pid=00961087000)
It also comes witha flex shaft

[o0OBruceLeeO0o]

i got the cheaper dremel and whaddya know, i got a cheap battery. I charge for the recommended 3 hours, use it for 5-10 min, repeat :( ... I am taking mine back tonight for the better one thats not cordless and has more speeds. I say get the more expensive one, dealing with the battery is a pain :)

[Borgy]

Iv have dremal but used a Rotozip once
.. there one mean machine
i love it its on my want now list and so are the attachments LOL
Rotozip (http://www.rotozip.com/index.phtml)
and sears do ther own just a relable

[Lusankya]

I just got my Dremel last week and tested it cutting a fan hole.

Its good.. I recomend the corded, variable 5k-35k rpm model that includes the extra extension attachment for fine work. I think it was this one http://www.dremel.com/html/home_fr.html except mine didn't come with the blue clamps in the background. the flexi-shaft thinggy is very nice for small details and if you are a first timer and want absolute control over what you are doing

[Captain Slug]

I also highly prefer the Black and Decker RTX because it supports all the available rotary bits by simply changing the chock. It's also much easier to hold onto.

Get the cheapest set and a couple diamond cut-off wheels. They last alot longer and won't explode (unlike the regular abrasive or reinforced ones).

One Diamond cutting wheel will last you a LONG time.

I've killed two dremels and my RTX feels much sturdier.

[o0OBruceLeeO0o]

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[o0OBruceLeeO0o]

Originally posted by Lusankya
I just got my Dremel last week and tested it cutting a fan hole.

Its good.. I recomend the corded, variable 5k-35k rpm model that includes the extra extension attachment for fine work. I think it was this one http://www.dremel.com/html/home_fr.html except mine didn't come with the blue clamps in the background. the flexi-shaft thinggy is very nice for small details and if you are a first timer and want absolute control over what you are doing

thats the one im returning my batter-powered 2 speed dremel for.

[SniperXX]

Man I love my Dremel. It is very hady when case modding.

[jadams]

Whichever one you get, just don't get a cordless one. Cutting metal, you can only cut for about 15-20min then you have to recharge your battery for like 3hours (well thats mine anyway, doubt all are the same).

I would go to Sears and check out their craftsman version.

[Oreo_The_Cookie]

Canadian Tire is having a sale, the 154 piece is $50 off so I'm gonna go with that one