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It will work, but these usually are not that strong. They also don’t have a wide base, so attaching a clamp can be difficult. I have used a drill stand like this for drilling where I swing the drill holder around. So I have a large base to clamp to and can still drill dead on. It’s a bit heavier, but that adds stability. That may be something you want. I don’t know how large a piece you are drilling through.
That’s what I was thinking. Just an idea.
Yes it can! It’s pretty great actually. You can do quite a lot with it. It’s good to hold for when you’re using the flex shaft as well. It definitely helps with precision work
Here’s a link to it on amazon: Dremel 220-01 Rotary Tool Workstation Drill Press Work Station with Wrench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00068P48O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bkScCb2QYH3HF
I bought one of these for my old Dremel model 200 and it is the best investment I've made. I'm in a small apartment, so a standing drill press is out of the question.
If I get a f1 approval I may need to drill some Ti.
I see some people have done it by hand with a Jig. Would this be better than doing it by hand if I've already got a drill and want to skip a $200 drill press that won't see a lot of use?
If you can’t buy a drill press consider something like this https://www.amazon.com/Multifunction-Adjustable-Workbench-Universal-Aluminum/dp/B07L3NCN9P/ref=pd_lpo_1?pd_rd_i=B07L3NCN9P&psc=1
It’ll help to keep the bit from bending, and make it a little easier to keep a consistent width pilot hole when peck drilling.
Practice on a polymer lower. Or get one of these. and use an engraving tip.
It’ll take you awhile but she’ll be clean.
It's got well over 4 stars on Amazon
Milescraft 1097 ToolStand - Drill Press Stand (compatible with Dremel),Black, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001GMENE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_MH7NTWW6D3KF5NA70AGP
I struggle with it too. I have switched to using a drill press. The dremel one is really cheap. Dremel Drill Press Rotary Tool Workstation Stand with Wrench- 220-01- Mini Portable Drill Press- Tool Holder- 2 Inch Drill Depth- Ideal for Drilling Perpendicular and Angled Holes- Table Top Drill , Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00068P48O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_F43R0MHY80RNYVDVEM2F
It's a workstation that can be use as a drill press ( https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-Workstation-Portable-Drilling-Perpendicular/dp/B00068P48O/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=dremel+workstation&qid=1628269732&sprefix=dremel+workstat&sr=8-3 )
And for the problem, the drill is supposed to go back to it's initial position when you don't use it, but some kind of spring was probably broken so I just sent it back to the customer service and they gave me a new one.
In case you're interested of buying one I suggest you to check a YouTube video for the setup bc some step are weirdly explained in the manual ;)
Dremel is a company that makes small electric power tools, including a rotary tool with many attachments and accessories for drilling, sanding, polishing, etc. Here's the web page for that tool:
https://www.dremel.com/en_US/tools/-/subcategory/tool/find-by-category/27343/rotary
h\Here's the drill press stand (not including the drill tool) on Amazon. Read the reviews, however:
$45 on Amazon, definitely worth it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00068P48O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RQFxCbAMKZEKR
If you don't have a workbench you can bolt the workstation down on, I would advise getting some of these clamps (not these exact ones, but this style) to keep the base from moving around. You can put them on the backside and it usually won't interfere with the project.
For about $50 you can get a drill press stand for a hand held drill. Like this one:
https://www.amazon.com/AMYAMY-Workstation-Workbench-Press90%C2%B0-Rotating/dp/B07WZY38XJ
Drill Press Stand Adjustable Desktop Drill Stand Durable Aluminum Drill Holder Professional Electric Drill Press Bench Table Press Stand Workstation Repair Tool Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TB5LRKR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DzDJDbN4VT8AX it would cost more to make it yourself
You could get a detachable drill press. Similar concept to your millscraft, but heavier guide rail and a proper lever to lower the drill. Craftsman used to make a decent version that packed up pretty small. If you can find one check for play in the linear bushings.
Update: there is a version offered by dremel
https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-220-01-Rotary-Workstation-Station/dp/B00068P48O
I did look into the drill press stand for the Dremel but a common issue is that it isn't perpendicular to the base. Also, there is the issue of what can I use to hold a 3mm pice if brass steady and center it. It was suggested that I could clamp down a pice of wood to the base, drill into it and then pop the pin into that hole to drill into with a smaller bit but the press being off center would pooh pooh that idea.
It did work well for a mini setup.
The Dremel Workstation I think this is the Dremel model I have
We bought a 10 ton hydraulic press (https://www.amazon.com/Dake-Manual-Utility-Hydraulic-Capacity/dp/B00DWB1MTM). It was much much cheaper when we got it (I think it was roughly $150ish?)
It's overkill, but hard drives get crushed quickly and easily.
Sweet. Just large enough for the job.
Protip: Move the table away from the wall, get a surge protector (or two), and drape your cords off the back. That'll free up a lot of space. Also, the Dremel Rotary Tool Workstation is very handy.
You could always get her a Dremel work station like this one. Then a pair of soft jaw pliers. Why soft jaw pliers? Well it gets her hand away from the cutting/drilling edge, important if she is working with small stones. And the soft jaw wont mar the stones. In addition to that gripping small things when you have arthritis can aggravate the condition, with the pliers it will take longer for her hands to become fatigued.
I've had this exact same problem with leather thickness for wallets. Bought a Super Skiver for about $10 but it's still really hard to get a semi-consistent thickness after it's skived down (plus I've sliced through a number of leather pieces and ruined them).
Best way I've found, hands down, is to use a Dremel with a sandpaper bit attached. It's messy as hell but I just keep a shopvac running with the nozzle attached underneath the Dremel. I also bought a Dremel Station and it's indispensable...got mine for just under $40 but you can find cheaper options as well.
Nothing, I bought a really expensive 20ton press that I was going use with it and custom made some heated plates but I was just so pissed I never pursued it. Now I have a $1,000 press just sitting in my garage unopened, might get around to buying the pollenmaster next season but this one has passed for me.
If anyone is interested I have this press http://www.amazon.com/Baileigh-HSP-20A-Pneumatic-h-Frame-Capacity/dp/B00F6G1X90 I would let it go for a steal like $800.
Drilling made easy: http://www.amazon.com/Dremel-220-01-Rotary-Tool-Station/dp/B00068P48O - You also need something to hold the dice, like a vice or some putty.
Dice the dice in the vice, vice guy. <- I am a poet.