> But I wouldn't kick any of them out of bed!  While you're handing out
stuff
> I'd like one each of everything that Messrs. Myford make... <g>

Myford as in modelling lathes?

----- Original Message -----
From: "David Beierl" <dbeierl@attglobal.net>
To: "Clive Smith" <clive.harman-smith@ntlworld.com>
Cc: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2002 4:13 PM
Subject: Re: Dremels

> At 06:41 AM 11/3/2002, Clive Smith wrote:
> >indicate. The Dremels being variable and Rotozip having Off, 25000 and
33000
> >switch positions.
>
> I would not want to be restricted to two speeds, especially two such high
> speeds (for general-purpose work, not for Roto Zip-specific jobs).  Most
> Dremel bits (probably not burs, but stones etc) are rated for max 30,000
> rpm, and some for only around 10,000 (wire wheels for example).  OTOH the
> Dremel is simply unsuited for large work.  It can do Roto Zip work with
the
> $30 attachment, but slowly, not a proper substitute for the real thing
> (note that the *primary* Roto Zip use is making plunge cuts through
> wallboard for electrical outlets and similar -- the bit has a non-cutting
> pilot area at the tip so you can run the tool around an installed junction
> box and cut a precise hole.  Other bits cut clear to the end, and there
are
> carbide ones for plaster, tile and such).
>
> For non-construction work I'd be inclined to go with a Dremel and a die
> grinder (air or electric) that can take 1/4" shanks.  The die grinder
would
> make fast work of stuff that the Dremel couldn't do, and would simply
laugh
> at work the Dremel struggles with.  On a similar note, I've seen a review
> where a guy (jeweler or similar) who was used to a half-horsepower
> handpiece that hung on the wall, with a foot pedal for speed control,
> thought the Dremel was a bit lame.  Of course his rig probably cost
$300...
>
> For its primary purpose in construction, I think the Roto Zip is
> undoubtedly best.  I hope never to need one on that basis.
>
> But I wouldn't kick any of them out of bed!  While you're handing out
stuff
> I'd like one each of everything that Messrs. Myford make... <g>
>
> david
>
>
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