rotary hobby tools ("Dremel"-type)

Feb 02, 2012 1 Replies

I'm thinking of getting a Dremel or Dremel-like rotary tool for taking stubborn things apart, improvising spare parts, making a mess, etc.



Among other things, I've seen some sets at Maplin in the £25 to £32 price range (their codes N52FX, N14BG, N60GR), but I don't recognise the brands so I wonder if they're any good. A genuine Dremel 8200 from screwfix.com is £100.



Comments on brands & quality? Other recommendations?



Are the blades & such interchangeable between brands?



I see that the Dremel 8200 only comes with one battery, but it's a Li-Ion, so that shouldn't be a problem, right?


I like the Proxxon IB/E mains drill - a bit heavier than the 12V ones but no messing with external PSUs. Only disadvantage is it won't take a 3-jaw chuck (shaft is too recessed) so you're stuck using collets

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