RainyDayGiftGuide 2018: Dremel Dreams

Merry Holidays and Happy Christmas!!!

Posted on December 16, 2018 by Wan Chi Lau in RainyDayGiftGuide // 0 Comments

As in previous years, we have put together a series of RainyDayTastic GiftGuides for this holiday, full of suggestions for our readers. As with every one of our Guides, all of the items in this guide are either things we looked at, ones we reviewed and liked, or brand new gear we haven’t reviewed yet but we think you would like.

The one thing that stays the same year after year is our selection criteria: all of these recommendations are things we have actually touched and things we would actually want.

Happy Holidays!

Before there were CNC machines, 3D printers, and laser cutters, there was “The Dremel.” The Dremel rotary tool was the original “power” tool of the DIYers. Its large assortment of sanding discs, grinding tips, and cutting blades enabled model makers, jewelry makers, and makers of all kinds to fashion items too difficult or time consuming to do manually.

Dremel still make great rotary tools, but have since expanded their line to more specialty items such as butane torches and other items for DIYers. Give some! Get some!

Dremel VersaFlame

The Dremel VersaFlame is a small butane torch designed to make some tasks around the house easier. The VersaFlame comes with a 9-piece kit. The precision flame lets DIYers tackle a host of projects and detailed work. By switching tips, one can use the butane micro torch for wood burning, leather crafting, stencil cutting, soldering, or hot-cutting of foam, plastics and rope.

Integrated ignition trigger – easy start up, no independent ignition tool needed
9-piece accessory kit – For soldering, heat blowing/deflecting, flame diffusing
Variable temperature – Flame control features for both torch and flame operation
Flame lock switch – Simplified operation on extended use projects
Attachable base – For hands free operation

Dremel VersaTip

The Dremel VersaTip is the ideal soldering torch for DIYers engaged in creative and detailed projects that require precision, versatility, and portability. The VersaTip comes in a 14 piece kit that offers 7-in-1 capability. It is an excellent tool for soldering, melting, hot cutting, welding, shrinking, pyrography, and even precise paint removal.

Integrated ignition trigger for easy start up, no other ignition tool required
Operating temperature of 1022° F – 2192° F
Variable temperature with precise control
Flame lock for extended use projects
14-piece accessory kit – For soldering, cutting, shrinking, etc.
Shaping tips – For decorative wood burning

SOTO PocketTorch

While not as powerful as the Dremel units, this SOTO torch will work with a disposable cigarette lighter into a blow torch. Put a 50-cent lighter into this little SOTO widget, and you have a mini blowtorch that produces a searing-hot blue flame! Who WOULDN’T want one???

Electronic ignition
Reaches temperatures up to 1300 degrees C

Dremel Micro

Want a Dremel without the cord? The Dremel Micro is a cordless rotary tool that offers the perfect combination of size, ergonomics and power for both precise and light duty-DIY tasks. Designed to be held between the thumb and forefinger, like a pencil, the Dremel Micro allows a grip that is close to the work piece for maneuverability and control. To see what you are doing, the Dremel Micro cordless rotary tools feature LED lights built into the nose cap.

Ergonomic design for easy handling
LED front-end lighting, variable speed indicator, and power gauge
Compact 8V max lithium-ion battery
Docking/charging station

Dremel Electric Engraver

This Dremel kit lets you engrave or decorate a wide variety of materials, including metal, plastic, glass, ceramic, wood and leather. Each Dremel engraver kit includes a tool with a soft-grip body and variable stroke control so you can etch both fine lines and deep grooves. Also included is a replaceable carbide engraving point.

7200 spm 60 Hz
Carbide tip
Soft grip design
Fine, wide, heavy line control

Dremel Multi-Vise

Need a third hand? The Dremel Multi-Vise helps secure your project or free up a hand for extra control when using a Dremel rotary tool. The removable cushioned jaws of the Multi-Vise help protect the workpiece while providing a firm grip. The tool holder turns Dremel rotary tools into a stationary sander, grinder or polisher.