Need help using a dremel!
Need help using a dremel!
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Custom WorkstationHey guys, I am new to customizing and I suck big time with my dremel. I use the dremel 4000, and the problem is that whenever I try and use my drill bit on my dremel and try to drill holes onto the plastic of the figure, I can't seem to control the dremel, even though I am on the highest speed, the dremel bit instead scratched my figure everywhere. I have noticed that the drill bit that I am using is very large in circumference, is the problem the size of the dremel bit? I need a bit to drill holes, all the other bits I can control with ease, like the sanding bit, but the drill bit is almost impossible to control while trying to drill a hole in the plastic. Also, I'm a fairly strong guy with a good grip, I think the problem might be the fact that the bit is too large, maybe I need a drill bit that is small and needle like? Thanks to anyone who answers! Here is some info on the specific dremel bit that I am having issues with :
Dremel Bit - 561
Bit Diameter Inch: 1/8" Shank Diameter: 0.125
Bit Diameter mm: 3.2 mm Material: High Speed Steel
Edit: Guys, correct me if I'm wrong, but I think the problem is the bit I have is not really a drilling bit after some inspection, can anyone recommend me to a specific drilling bit for the dremel that I can use?
I'm thinking about purchasing this package ----
https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-628-01-Pi ... _i=desktop -------
Thanks it would help a lot if some one could chime in!!
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Posted by
johnnynitro1 on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 - Updated on Tuesday, February 28, 2017
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Use any basic drill bit that fits your dremel, that set you linked is as basic as it gets, it's similar to what I use. I rarely pay attention to speed, you can do almost anything at around 10,000rpm, though sometimes a lower speed is better if the plastic is melting too much as you drill. I use a generic $10 rotary tool.
You can also try making a starter hole with a screw or the bit itself (twist it by hand), so the tip of the drill bit will have a place to bite into instead of skidding everywhere.
EDIT: That 561 bit is designed to cut with the sides, not the tip. That'll be useful if you ever need to cut shapes out of styrene or whatever.