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Offline slotdrag

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My new to me used saw
« on: August 22, 2010, 02:35:30 am »
I found a 16" 2 speed dremel scroll saw on craigs list I payed $35.00 and man what an improvement from my craftsman single speed 16" saw. My work is better and faster. And its a much quiter saw. But what speed is best to cut with?

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #1 on: August 22, 2010, 07:20:47 am »
Totally depends on what you are cutting.  If it is a real intricate piece - slow down.

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #2 on: August 22, 2010, 07:52:00 am »
Enjoy your new toy. I find speed a matter of preverence, I would say find a speed that you are comfortable with and when you think you're up to it put it faster. That's how I do it anyway.
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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #3 on: August 22, 2010, 08:41:45 am »
I have a dremel as well, everyone will tell you it is a good entry saw and it is, mine is variable speed, I have only been scrolling for a couple months but i learn something new daily, speed, tension,blade size will come, for me after many broken blades ;D
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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #4 on: August 22, 2010, 10:00:56 am »
Mine is variable speed also. 90% of the time it is on high. Very seldom change the speed.  8)
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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #5 on: August 22, 2010, 10:29:25 am »
    I have a Dremel also. A model 1671. A buddy gave it to me about a year ago. I didn't have a clue how to use it, or what it was for. Mine is a 2 speed. I cut on slow, (not in any hurry I quess). Thinking about adding a router speed control. Harbour Freight has them for $20. You can still get parts for them. Contact Dremel in Wisconsin. Dave 8)

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #6 on: August 22, 2010, 11:16:45 am »
RightArm Dave, Careful about the 'variable speed' rheostat with your saw. I seem to remember reading here that if the motor has "Brushes" you may burn out the motor.

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #7 on: August 22, 2010, 11:24:07 pm »
The person I bought it from has it mounted to a boaer with a thick peice of rubber in between it and the saw so its smooooooooth and quiet

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #8 on: August 23, 2010, 07:21:45 am »
Gray Beard is right about the brushes.

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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #9 on: August 23, 2010, 07:51:19 am »
A true AC motor will not work with a rheostat controller. Those motors that are called AC/DC will work. The AC/DC motors have brushes, a true AC motors do not use brushes .....Brushless motors are constructed in a reverse fashion from the traditional form. The rotor contains a permanent magnet and the stator has the conducting coil of wire. By the elimination of brushes, these motors offer reduced maintainance, no spark hazard, and better speed control. A universal motor, an AC motor with carbon brushes and a commutator, can easily be controlled with a rheostat or electronic voltage control. A 2-speed motor is unlikely to be a universal motor.  8)
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Re: My new to me used saw
« Reply #10 on: August 23, 2010, 12:26:45 pm »
    Thanks guys. I never gave it a thought. Better leave well enough alone. I'm comfortable cutting on slow anyway. Dave 8)

 

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