Rotary Tool

(Also known as a "Dremel tool")

Safety

 * Lockout:
 * Place in locked box when not in use
 * Never leave tool plugged in
 * Never leave tool on the floor
 * PPE:
 * Eye protection required
 * Dust mask recommended
 * Before use:
 * Ensure your material is securely clamped/fastened down
 * Ensure your planned cut does not hit anything (clamp, table, person, etc.)
 * Really ensure the bit will not hit metal if it slips. This may cause the tool to bounce in an unpredicted direction
 * Ensure bit is secured in the chuck
 * Ensure switched off before plugging in
 * During use:
 * Beware, the bit gets hot
 * Use both hands on the tool

Usage

 * Bits:
 * The rotary tool uses rotary bits which can be found in the white rotary bit set.
 * Sanding
 * Different grits available
 * Cutters
 * High speed cutters are for carving and engraving wood, linoleum, acrylic, etc.
 * Cutting Wheels
 * Cutting wheels must be attached to the mandrel
 * Abrasive cutting wheels cut plexiglass, and wood
 * Fiberglass cutting wheels cut aluminum, ceramic tile, wood
 * Grinding and Sharpening
 * Orange stones can be used with ceramic, glass, or steel
 * Blue and pink stones can be used with aluminum, ceramic, or glass
 * Polishing
 * Felt wheels are used with a polishing compound
 * They are screwed onto a threaded mandrel
 * Changing bits:
 * Lock the collet with the top button
 * Loosen the collet, slide a bit into the chuck and re-tighten it
 * Using:
 * To sand: lightly make small passes with the tool, and careful not to set the speed too high
 * Cutters and cutting wheels: make small passes and clamp down your material first
 * Sharpening: see a guide on sharpening tools before attempting this
 * Grinding: do not create sparks
 * Polishing: apply polish to the wheel first, keep pressure light
 * Polishing: apply polish to the wheel first, keep pressure light

Further Information

 * Current: Mastercraft Rotary Tool (054-1250-0)
 * Manual: link
 * Video tutorial: link