Bruce Poage Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 My 10 year old corded, 5 speed Dremel died today. I've been looking for a replacement. I am open for suggestions. Let me have it?!?!?! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I like the cordless Dremel with keyless chuck I still have my 20yr old corded Dremel that I still use when I have to charge my Battery. Or here's a discussion about Dremels. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=20936&hl=%20Dremel&st=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanSilva Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 400 xpr...I love mine.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstfish66 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I like the cordless Dremel with keyless chuck I still have my 20yr old corded Dremel that I still use when I have to charge my Battery. where can i buy a cordless dremel?? thanks Or here's a discussion about Dremels. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=20936&hl=%20Dremel&st=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I use a corded single speed with a sewing machine pedal to adjust the speed do it's slow enough to use on plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Hi Bruce...I have a corded and a cordless and I love them both. One always works where the other does not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I have 3 Dremels. An old corded model, a big cordless Multipro model, and a newer cordless Stylus model that's smaller & more ergonomically designed...and it has amazing torque even at low speed. Dremel Stylus It's by far my favorite, but I need a backup (I keep the old Multipro charged & have the corded version too) as it gives no warning when the battery is going to run out. Once charged it keeps the charge, but as you use it (and I have only recharged it several times) there's no way to tell the battery level; it works just fine, then shuts off. All my Dremels were gifts over the years; if I had to buy one it would be the Stylus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shucky Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I'll agree with Bob, my Stylus is perfect for my needs. Cordless, good power, small and compact design. It sits right to the side of my modeling desk at all times ready to rock and roll. Although I do have an ancient corded unit that to this day is a workhorse and has never failed me. I use that for more "hardcore" cutting and sanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71drolds Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 i have the cordless 7.2 V model 77Q, and it SUCKS! it has enough power, but it doesnt hold a charge for any length of time. every time i get into a project when i have to use it alot, it never last and i have to stop what im doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Cullinan Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I also have the stylus and I would definetly reccomend it. I've never had a corded one though so I don't have a comparison. But for working with 1/25 scale the size and power are perfect. I leave it in the chargin cradle and its always ready when I need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I have 3 Dremels. An old corded model, a big cordless Multipro model, and a newer cordless Stylus model that's smaller & more ergonomically designed...and it has amazing torque even at low speed. Dremel Stylus It's by far my favorite...if I had to buy one it would be the Stylus. I'll agree with Bob, my Stylus is perfect for my needs. Cordless, good power, small and compact design. It sits right to the side of my modeling desk at all times ready to rock and roll... I agree with these guys, you can't beat the Dremel Stylus for size, shape, power, ease of use... Since I started using it a couple of years ago, all the other Dremel tools have been given away. Later, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbwelda Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 ive been meaning to buy a stylus on your suggestion raul, just havent gotten to it yet. i still use my trusty mini mite cordless. keep two battery packs around so its always got a charge. my corded one is out in the garage for heavy duty tasks. even with a pedal control i always found it way too much for plastic work, will melt stuff real quick if youre not careful. the cordless has pretty much perfect torque and speed. and its amazing how much more comfortable it is to not have a ac cord in the way. the stylus seems to really be the stuff. its definately what i would invest in if i were looking for a first or replacement dremel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I use one that looks like Rodneys might be. It's only $20 at WallyWorld and have been happy with the results. My roommate bought it but when I get my own I'll buy 2. Frankly the $20 is worth it for the extra battery so its always ready Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelhut Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 When I was comparing moto tools, I picked the Black and Decker RTX-1. It had almost double the power of the same type of Dremel(corded). It is a multi-speed tool, and I haven't found any Dremel accessories that won't fit it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAL Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 When I was comparing moto tools, I picked the Black and Decker RTX-1. It had almost double the power of the same type of Dremel(corded). It is a multi-speed tool, and I haven't found any Dremel accessories that won't fit it. I surpised no one else brought up moto tools. That seems like the cat's meow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rat Fink Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 I have an older corded 410 with the variable speed, 5000 - 30000 rpm. I also have the flex shaft and the drill press attachments. I bought it new about 18 years ago and it still works great. In my opinion the money was well spent. The cordless ones are cool but with the flex shaft I don't really need cordless and besides it's not like I build models out in the middle of the yard...I do it in the house where's there's electrical outlets lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diymirage Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 i have a bigger one where the motor is one unit that has a flex snout on it on the end of the snout is a handle where you install the bit i love this set up it is very light (the handle is) but very powerfull (the motor is) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Notarangelo Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Go with the corded one but spend extra doe the flex shaft attachment and foot speed controler and you will be all set Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAL Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 (edited) This is the best moto tool around. I just couldn't think of the name before. I don't have one but I did use one. It is a low speed high tourque foot pedal controlled with a flex wand. http://www.foredom.com/ It makes any dremel look like a toy. Edited February 24, 2010 by CAL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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