Thread: Dremel Rotary Tool and assesories

I have the 395 - bought it for 1 job - great tool and has been used for many other jobs as it is so versatile.

My only comment on your buy would be to go for the 400 series - all of the bits/accessories fit including the planer attachment which will not fit the 300 series. My other tip, for what it is worth is to avoid the el cheapo bits and pieces which are available - in most cases they tend to be rubbish.

Regards,
Bob

I have the 300 series and find it great. The right-angle head is very handy if using cut-off wheels as you keep the tool straight. Imagine using a cutting disk on a drill vs a grinder to get the idea.
The 300 has the external brush covers, so easy to change them over when the time comes. I got the flex-shaft and 55bit kit, very happy with it. Have added the right-angle head, collet set, and diamond engraving tip

I recently fixed a leaky shower with a can of sealant from Bunnings. It was really bad to spray smelled awful, but seems to have done the job.

Having said that, a Dremel is a really useful thing to have around the place. I bought mine to drill out a bunch of small holes on a model ship. Years later I still haven't done that, but it's been used for heaps of other things.

Peter

I have the Dremel with the grout removal accessory - it works a treat, and you'll get plenty of life out of the bits.

I've had my (mains powered) Dremel for 3 years or so, and to be honest I only use it for a few specific jobs. For each of those jobs I've had to buy a specialised accessory (grout removal, chainsaw sharpening, mini routing). The vast majority of the "kit" I got with the tool is still on the shelf gathering dust.

I know they price the kits attractively, and we all like lots of gadgets, but if you can't see a use for many of the kit accessories it might still be cheaper to buy the Dremel tool alone and just add items you will get some use from.

Oh, incidentally, the Dremel mini router base thing is a piece of junk IMHO. I bought this one instead from Stewart MacDonald (intended for inlay work on guitars, etc.) and its fantastic.

Originally Posted by Malcolm Eaton

My main reason to purchase this set is it comes with the rotary bits and adapter to allow to cut out old grout in two shower recesses that have problems with moisture penetration through the old grouting. According to what I have researched this gear works very well in this situation.
Mac

Just be aware that it is slow going.
I purchased the grout removal tool to fit my Dremel (that I've had for a few years) to cut out the old grout on a benchtop. While it does do a good job, it takes time... not known for my patience I ended up using a grate rake & an old thin screwdriver.

Having written that, I find the dremel does come in useful for all sorts of jobs around the place, especially small work where you dont want the 'rip tear bust' of a more powerful tool,.....it's gets a pretty decent workout here & I'm glad I own one.

This is the grout removal attachment I used below