Hi I'm thinking of getting a dremel tool (my first rotary tool) and I don't know which model to get. What are the benefits of variable speeds? There are some models (albeit cheaper) that are fixed to two speeds, and some (a bit more expensive) which are variable from 5000 to 35000 RPM. Is there a real benefit to getting one that allows more speeds? I have a budget of about $80, although less is better. Here are some of the models I've been looking at. What do you guys prefer/recommend? http://www.dremel.com/en-us/Tools/Pages/ToolDetail.aspx?pid=1100 http://www.dremel.com/en-us/Tools/Pages/ToolDetail.aspx?pid=300+Series http://www.dremel.com/en-us/Tools/Pages/ToolDetail.aspx?pid=10.8V+Lithium-ion+Cordless
I've got similar to this It's never failed me as of yet, cost me £10 ($20) from a jumble sale Uses universal dremel bits as well, so it's all good
Variable speed comes in really handy when engraving, sanding, and cutting plastic. A slower speed when cutting plastic will help keep it from melting rather that cutting. Don't buy anything other than variable speed or you'll regret it
+1 vote for what he^ said. I use a 300 series dremel with a "snake-pen" attachment. Wonderful little tool. I'd recommend it.
okay i guess i'll go for a variable speed with 5kRPM...I'm planning on cutting plastics as well. Time to check out the hardware store. Thanks
I'm going to check the inventory of my hardware store first (don't have CC, would have to ask mom to use it). The store is seriously just 5 minutes away walking anyways. The dremel i'm looking at (300 series, i don't think i'll need cordless) is $60, not that much to bother going online for.
