Dremel Tool Guide

There is a Dremel attachment for etching glass.

Manufactured by the Dremel company, the Dremel is a high speed rotary tool used by craftspeople and hobbyists alike. It is a versatile and multi-functional tool, which, by placing different tips on the Dremel body, can perform different actions on many materials.

Tools

Dremel manufactures several different high speed rotary tools, both corded and cordless. All Dremel accessories and attachments fit the rotary tools. The basic series 100 rotary tool has just one speed, while the High Performance 400 tool has variable speeds.The oscillating tools are useful for cutting, grinding, sanding, scraping and grout removal. The Dremel Trio allows the user to cut, sand and rout with just one tool. There is also a dedicated Dremel tool for engraving and another one for burning and soldering.

Attachments

Attachments are available to let the handy-person carve, clean and polish, etch, sand, grind and engrave different materials. The attachments are tips, in various sizes, which attach to the body of the Dremel tool. There are also attachments which help with the control of the tool and its reach.

Safety

Safety issues when using the Dremel tool include working in a clean, bright and well-ventilated workspace and keeping the Dremel's cord away from sharp edges and hot areas. Users of cordless Dremels should designate only the specified charger to recharge the tool's batteries.

References

• Dremel: Rotary Tools
• Dremel: Dremel Trio
• Dremel Europe: Multi-Tool Accessories
• Dremel: Product Safety

Resources

• Dremel