Looking for cordless hobby drills

[JerseeJerry55]

Hello all, hope everyone is well. I am going to attempt doing engine detailing for the first time. That being said I am looking to source a cordless drill. Can anyone recommend where I can purchase one? I have a pin vice but not completely satisfied with it. As always help/suggestions is most appreciated. Thank you.

Jerry

[Tcoat]

Nothing beats a base Dremel in my books. I tried a couple of cheaper ones but they just didn't do the same work.

You can go pretty much as deluxe or basic as your needs require.

I use the Lite with the basic kit. 

https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-7350-5-3-6v-Rotary-Tool/dp/B08YKH9JRH/ref=lp_5538998011_1_11

https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-730CS-All-Purpose-Accessory-130-Piece/dp/B01M1H1EH6/ref=sr_1_6?crid=T9CGDJGMU8EB&keywords=Dremel+kit&qid=1669991744&sprefix=dremel+kit%2Cspecialty-aps%2C139&sr=8-6&srs=5538998011

 

I forgot to mention that this is a single speed. I have a corded variable speed one as well. The variable speed is handy for some projects.

Edited December 2, 2022 by Tcoat

[LL3 Model Worx]

I personally find the my dremels too fast for most precision work... if a bit starts to walk you do damage or if you hold it a little too long it melts the styrene.

I find these to be cheap and work well for small precise work. And if it breaks/stops working you are out less than the price of a kit.

Uolor Electric Cordless USB Rechargable Hand Drill Kit for Jewelry Making, Pin Vise Set for Wood Resin Plastic Keychain Polymer Clay https://a.co/d/eYeJYzD

[stitchdup]

I know you asked for cordless but since you already have a pin vice heres another option that is very cheap. This is a fingernail polisher that comes with a small set of polishing pads and half a dozen tools for cleaning under fingernail tips. But if your pin vice is tamiya you can swap the collet over to this. it also fits the small shaft dremel tools. its got a speed adjuster and there are battery versions available too but i dont have experience with them. i use this instead of a dremel at work as its a handy travel size tool. The best bit is this costs well under a tenner delivered and its still working 3 years later

[Keef]

I use this one with DeWalt 1/4 drive bits.

https://www.harborfreight.com/4v-cordless-14-in-screwdriver-with-integrated-flashlight-kit-with-4-insert-bits-and-wall-charger-64313.html

 

[Keef]

This bit set. Anything smaller than 1/16th I use a pin vise or my fingers.

[Fat Brian]

I agree with everyone using a cordless screwdriver for drilling, the Dremel spins too fast and can melt the plastic while you're trying to drill it. 

[LL3 Model Worx]

25 minutes ago, Fat Brian said:

I agree with everyone using a cordless screwdriver for drilling, the Dremel spins too fast and can melt the plastic while you're trying to drill it. 

Exactly 

[yh70]

this is what i got.. a very good cordless for the money..https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CQJG5H8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Edited December 3, 2022 by yh70

[bluestringer]

I use a base dremel and never had a problem with it being too fast or melting the plastic, but the trick is to use the battery only partially charged and run it on low.

[Jiml0001]

I just posted two topics in the Tips and Tricks forum about a drill I have been using.   It runs at 550 rpm and is very small.  I also posted about some drill bits I picked up.   Take a look over there. 

[bauercrew]

 I use the tamiya drill ,,i like it so much i bought another one,,for me it the perfect speed ,,you have to assemble it yourself ,and the batteries last a pretty long time, but for anything else i use a dremmel 7350