To the Handymen of MR: Powertool suggestion

[masterswimmer]

The drilling capability of a Dremel and a standard 1/4" drill are two totally different mechanics. Although both will drill.

A standard drill uses low speed high torque.
A Dremel uses high speed low torque.

A Dremel also has limitations based on the smallest to largest size collett. The collett is the interchangeable 'sleeve' that accepts the drill bit (or any other bit being used). The range of drill bits is extremely limited on the Dremel. They are [FONT=sans-serif, arial, helvetica]approximately 0.013 inch to 1/8th inch.

A standard drill will accept drill bits (depending upon the type of bit being used) up to 1". There is a huge difference between 1/8" and 1".

Each tool has different uses, so comparing them is like comparing apples and oranges, although they do have some overlapping useages.

swimmer
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[breedingroom]

well put masterswimmer

 

[fernandokng]

This looks sexy...

Try the Dremel 400 Series XPR and you won't be disappointed.

swimmer

 

[fernandokng]

Any other brands gang?

 

[fernandokng]

On the same note, if I want to use my current drilll to frag some corals, what drill bits do you recommend?

 

[pmui]

1/16 - 1/8" dia. drill bits.

 

[KathyC]

As a rule, I only use drill bits when making a hole to mount a gorgonian, but I guess one could use it to make frags too.
I have more success by scoring the frag with a serated knife and then using a screw driver and hammer to separate the pieces.
If the rock is thin bone cutters also work well.

We are going to be having a Fragging Demonstration at the Fall Swap, by all means please do join us!!

 

[masterswimmer]

On the same note, if I want to use my current drilll to frag some corals, what drill bits do you recommend?

Most people use the diamond wheel in a Dremel. Using the same diamond wheel in your low speed, high torque drill might damage the coral. Remember, the high speed, low torque of the Dremel is what makes it so ideal for fragging coral.

swimmer

 

[alfani]

I have this dremel. can't frag without it. go cordless

 

[LongIslandAndy]

Dremel 300 series (corded, variable speeds)-60 bucks
Dremel 545 Diamond Crusted Cutting Wheel -16 bucks

Fragged coral- PRICELESS

If you get the Dremel be careful what model you get because the Diamond Wheel should not exceed 20,000rpm when you frag or it will get hot and can ruin the frag
HTH