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On 8/27/2013 12:01 PM, F.O.A.D. wrote:
On 8/27/13 11:26 AM, True North wrote:
On Tuesday, 27 August 2013 12:00:26 UTC-3, wrote:
On Tue, 27 Aug 2013 10:00:05 -0400, "F.O.A.D." wrote:

On 8/27/13 9:53 AM, wrote:

On Tue, 27 Aug 2013 09:30:29 -0400, "F.O.A.D." wrote:

I'm looking at Dremels again. Did a few years ago and there were
so many

models, I just put it off.

Now, I'm interested because I have occasional use for one. Corded or

cordless? I'm leaning towards cordless, though I see the see corded

model has a quick release mechanism that obviates the need to use the

little wrench on the collet nut to change tools but, on the other
hand,

all the collet sizes are not readily available if you need a
different

collet.

So, I don't have enough info to make a decision on this yet. Just
like

the last time.

I have a real Dremel and a McCulloch both corded. If you are not using

them a lot the battery won't last long.

Are you saying that if you use the tool for a job that takes a while,

the battery won't last long, or are you saying that if you don't use
the

tool frequently, the battery won't last long?

Both to some extent but sitting idle, either on the charger or off, is

tough on batteries (particularly Ni-Cads). That is why cordless drills

get such a bad rep from homeowners and contractors seem to be fine

with them.

Yes, I buy all corded tools for just that reason...infrequent use.
Our handyman is always going from one battery to another.. using my
electricity to charge the dead one. I may have to start charging him.
;-)

I have a couple of older, Ni-Cad powered electric drills that are ok for
light jobs but the batteries are old enough and used enough that they
don't hold a full charge for long when they are not being used. New
batteries are pricey. At some point, I might pop for a new 3/8"
lithium-ion battery drill. The batteries supposedly are "more better."

The Dremel I was looking at has a lithium-ion battery, and there is
another unit that is corded. I like the idea of cordless...but the
disadvantages are real.

On the other hand, my 3/8" makita drill keeps running until I pull out
its plug!

Hint: Take your finger off the trigger first.