Dremel PL400 XPR Planer Attachment Review

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(More customer reviews)Makes reasonably quick work of trimming a door edge that rubs, but doing a neat job takes some practice. Heavy touch up sanding will be required.
This Dremel attachment is like every other Dremel attachment I have been suckered into buying, it is clearly designed by bean counters. It works just good enough that I would feel bad about throwing it out. For $20, it is a nice tool to have, but I would gladly pay more for one that had a better guide and did a neater job.
A couple specific gripes:
1. The 1/64th depth isn't off by a bit, it is off by a factor of 4. It planes nearly a 1/16th off per pass. I'm still trying to figure out how they came up with the 1/64th number.
2. The guide is useless, it is up to the user to attempt to keep the tool flat on the surface. This takes some practice and will result in some gouges and uneven planed surfaces that need to be smoothed off with sanding.


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The new Dremel XPR planer attachment shaves approximately 1/64 inch at a time so you can control the amount of material being removed. The 2 1/4-inch cutting surface is ideal for woodworking projects, and the hardened high-speed cutter has been tested to over 500 linear feet. This great tool is designed to perform planing tasks on sticking doors, picture frames, woodworking projects, hardwood flooring, laminate countertops and much more. The long-lasting, precision-ground blade slices at speeds up to 35,000 rpm to produce a smooth surface that's free of milling marks.

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Dremel 565 Multi Purpose Cutting Kit 565D Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this specifically for cutting holes in drywall for electrical boxes, but I have since found that it has many uses beyond that.
What I have found:
- As someone else has stated, the depth gauge is a little inaccurate. You will have to sight the depth for this (which is best anyway.)
- Made of quality materials. You've come across that cheap plastic before; this is not that stuff. This has taken a few drops, so far.
- The drywall bits seem to wear out quicker than I planned on. I have only cut 10 holes for electrical outlets and it seems to take longer to cut each time I use it. The first hole I cut went fast and smooth; whereas the last one that I just cut took three times as long, and twice as much pressure.
- The bit will tend to 'walk' if you don't have firm control over it. (I know, I know, this seems obvious, but maybe not to everyone.) Use of a guide or fence should help control the outcome of your results.
- Does NOT tear drywall. Smooth cuts on both sides -- smoother than my Greenlee drywall/keyhole saw.
- You'll need to use the mini-chuck with the guide. The bigger chuck won't allow the guide to screw down. (I think everyone got one with their main Dremel unit, but I'm not sure.)
- Holding a vacuum hose or air nozzle to one side of the guide will greatly increase your sight. This thing kicks up some serious dust, and unless the light is good, the line you're following may be difficult to see.
I highly recommend this product for those finish cuts on drywall where a saw just won't leave the edges smooth. If you plan on cutting more than 20 holes in drywall, I'd pick up another bit or two.

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The drywall bits allow you to quickly cut drywall for electrical boxes, air vents and other wall features. It's best to use drywall bits in a clockwise direction. The multipurpose cutting bit prepares an area for light fixtures and ceiling fans and makes cut-outs in cabinets, paneling and fiberglass. Includes: a cutting guide attachment; two drywall cutting bits; and one multipurpose bit.

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Dremel EZ406 1 1/2-Inch EZ Lock Rotary Tool Cut-Off Wheel and Mandrel Metal Cutting Starter Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the Dremel accressory that I've been looking for. A great little metal cut-off wheel. Sturdy, cuts through small nuts and bolts, and does not seem to break. It fits in tight places, and is perfect for the handyman with demo. problems. It is not going to cut through rebar, but most Dremel users already know that. Forget those little waffer disc's. The quick change mandrel is a bonus!!

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If you regularly use cut-off wheels for your crafting and repair jobs, the Dremel EZ406 EZ Lock Starter Kit is a must-have addition to your home shop or crafting room. By providing faster and easier mandrel-mounted accessory changes without a screwdriver, this kit helps save you time and effort so you can focus on your projects.
Compatible with all Dremel rotary tools, the EZ406 makes accessory changes as easy as one, two, three.View larger.Easy 1-2-3 Bit Changes Without a ScrewdriverCompatible with all Dremel rotary tools, the EZ406 is the first patented system of its kind. It makes accessory changes as easy as one, two, three. Just pull, twist, and release! Its one-piece mandrel design eliminates the need for a screwdriver and simplifies the process of changing cutting wheels, making it a snap to cut through a range of materials from metal to plastic.
One-Piece Design for Quick Wheel ChangesThe EZ406 EZ Lock Starter Kit contains the EZ402 mandrel and five EZ456 cutt-off wheels. The innovative, one-piece design of the EZ402 mandrel makes it easy to EZ Lock compatible accessories--even when you're wearing gloves! With the EZ402, locking and loading is an effortless process that does not require holding the cut-off wheels in place with a screw. This saves you the worry of losing those tiny mandrel screws, and it saves you the time spent using a wrench to tighten them.
Long-Lasting, Labeled Cut-Off WheelsDesigned for reliable performance year after year, the EZ406 includes five EZ456 cut-off wheels that last two times longer than fiberglass-reinforced cut-off wheels. They also lock in place quickly and are labeled for easy identification to ensure you have the right wheel for the job.
Versatile Design for FlexibilityThis set gives you the flexibility and solid performance you need to complete a range of hobby, repair, and renovation tasks. Use the EZ406 to cut through metal conduit and PVC piping, re-slot screw heads, remove rusty nail heads, or tackle light demolition jobs. With the EZ406 you can also cut aluminum and power through nuts and bolts.
About Dremel: A History of Brilliance and InnovationFounded in 1932 in Racine, Wisconsin, Dremel is the industry leader in rotary tools. The company owes its success to the inventive genius of its founder and namesake, Albert J. Dremel. In his lifetime, Mr. Dremel owned 55 patents on a wide range of products from electric erasers to a gas-powered rotary lawn mower. His most famous and important invention was a high-speed rotary tool, dubbed the Dremel Moto-Tool. Compact, lightweight, and perfect for a wide range of jobs, the rotary tool was an immediate hit with hobbyists and eventually became accepted as one of the greatest inventions of the 20th century. Today, the Dremel name remains synonymous with utility, durability, and innovation.
What's in the BoxEZ402 mandrel and five EZ456 cutting wheels

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