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The only thing that could make it better is if they included an upconverter in the rotary tool. I highly suggested it if you NEED something cordless or if your doing quick or lightweight work (trimming pet nails, etching some plexiglass, etc). I am a modder, and I used to use this a lot on many different mods that I work on (game consoles, routers, laptops etc). That way, instead of the tool slowing down when the batteries start dying, it will continue to operate at a good speed until the batteries are completely drained. However, if your going to be working on a project for some time or if your cutting plexi, I would have to suggest the black and decker rtx-b or rtx-6 rotary tools (the other dremel rotary tools are highly overpriced in my opinion, and the black and decker ones have more amperage = torque = power = ability to cut through harder substances).NOTE: Get some rechargeable batteries, you'll thank yourself later. The portability is really nice, though the power isn't as strong as some other rotary tools like the black & decker rtx-b in particular. With fully charged batteries, it can cut through alot of materials, but dont expect to be able to drill through any metal.
Just do a search for Dremel. Home depot sells this exact same tool for $19.99. You need to look before you leap. Amazon is not, and has not been for a long time, the cheaper buy.
This tool is capable of many traditional high speed/low torque rotary tool tasks.If you're looking for battery powered convenience (4-AA batteries), I highly recommend this two-speed tool. The button-lock means you don't have to fool around with small wrenches to tighten or loosen the collett when changing attachments. The best price I've found for a battery-operated Dremel is the Golf Cleaning Tool Kit. Battery life is reasonable and though the tool is not too cumbersome in the hand for most jobs, if you have a job that requires you to hold it like a pencil it can become a bit fatiguing (it's pretty heavy at the end opposite your work). If you find instances where the convenience of battery operability is of paramount importance, this is a very plausible tool to consider. Similar tools, albeit with sanding drum attachments, are sold as "pet grooming tools" and cost significantly more. I use this tool regularly for grinding toenails on my show dogs and find they vastly prefer this battery-operated tool to a corded, electric one.
Of course, the low speed of 5,000 RPM may be too fast for plastic or metal, it works great on wood. Since that there are very few cordless drills made for the hobbyist/modeler, I converted this tool to an excellent drill by replacing the 1/8" collet with a 0" collet, whereas, it will accept #60 thru #80 drill bits.
It's a useful tool. Torque is limited, but ample for things other than metal grinding or wood routing. I frankly have zero interest in golf, but I did need a portable, light-duty rotary tool for cleaning battery contacts and light buffing, and this one does very well. It runs on disposable AA alkaline batteries rather than a rechargeable battery pack, and I consider that a plus, since it results in lower immediate cost and avoids the irritating self-discharge characteristics and lengthy recharge times of NiCd and NiMH batteries.
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