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Dremel 6000-01 Contour Sander Kit | 
| Brand: Dremel
Category: Home Improvement
This item is no longer available
Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 23613
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.3
Dimensions (in): 11.8 x 6 x 5.5
MPN: 6000
Model: 6000-01
UPC: 080596010430
EAN: 0080596010430
ASIN: B0000302XT
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| Features:
| • | Highly versatile--sands deep grooves, intricate carvings, curved moldings, thin slats, and more | | • | Package includes a wide selection of accessories, including long-lasting sanding tubes | | • | Variable speeds (4.000 to 10,000 spm) lets user adapt project to project | | • | Compact and comfortable to use--weighs only 1.75 lbs | | • | 2-year warranty |
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Product Description
Variable Speed Contour Sander Kit, Includes 10 Sanding Contours, 1 Detail Sanding Pad, 3 Sanding Tubes, 3 Sheets Of Hook & Loop Paper, & Storage Case.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 35 more reviews...
 Not very satisfied June 22, 2008
This product is ackward to use in tight areas. I do like the different attachment you can use. I found using them by hand was easier, because the disign of the tool positions the sanding attachment in a way of uncomfortable hand position on the tool. This tool also viberates back and forth, so you need to observe the grain of the wood, I expected it to be an orbital in movement. I need something comfortable for hours of sanding. This product gets a D+.
 Pretty good tool April 28, 2008
This tool is pretty good for what I used it for. I am sanding a bannister. The small attachments didn't work for me, but the larger base did and for such a small tool, it is pretty powerful. I had to reglue the velcro to the base because it came off within a few days of using the sander but other then that, It's worth the money.
 Best Detail Sander I've Used December 2, 2007
I have only used this sander for a month and am very impressed with it's performance. I bought the Dremel 6000-01 Contour Sanding Kit to replace a Sears Craftsman detail sander. After a couple of years using the Sears, my hands just couldn't take the vibration any more - my hands would tingle for several minutes after shutting it off and it was loud. I was also having difficulty finding pads any where other than Sears ( adhesive type which had a tendency to fall off and once taken off could not be put back on). The Dremel is much quieter and doesn't have near the vibration. The hook and loop pads are a little pricey but are available every where and can be removed and replaced and they last longer. I especially like the variable speed and the separate on/off switch. I use WoodEpox ( epoxy wood replacement) a lot when repairing trim and missing wood in my early 1800's home and find that the Dremel does a fabulous job of removing excess and smoothing - I use the appropriate grit for the application. The contoured heads have been a blessing when repairing windows and the ornate trim around my doors - no more carving then sanding by hand. The included bag is great - it's nice to have everything in in one place. With the amount of refurbishing and refinishing that I do, if the Dremel only lasts a year - I'll buy another - that's how impressed I am with it.
Good for the price and given the alternatives... October 1, 2007
I had a project requiring a sander capable of reaching small areas, and spent a while deciding what to buy. The price and features of the Dremel sounded appealing, despite some of the cautionary reviews warning of failure and poor quality.
After a solid week of use, with steady sanding periods of at least an hour, I can't complain very much. The tool did heat up a good deal, but never slowed down and certainly never failed. The clasp mechanism that retains the contour shape or the sanding pad is a bit tricky, but after a few switches, it became fairly easy to use. The variable speed is a very nice feature that sets it apart from other detail sanders in its price range.
The biggest complaint, which is a fairly minor one, is that the hook & loop surface on sanding pad (not sure of the proper name) separated from the foam pad. Nothing a bit of super glue couldn't fix, but it was a bit of hassle while sanding. As mentioned in another Amazon review, the sanding bands are quite pricey, but normal sandpaper can easily be wrapped around the contours and used in place of the sanding bands, which I've been doing without trouble for the past week.
On the whole, after a week and a half of fairly steady use, I'm not disappointed. The Dremel Countour Sander certainly isn't a professional grade tool, but for the price and features, it's not a bad deal. As long as you're not expecting miracles, and you're willing to work with the tool a bit, it does a great job at what it's intended for, and at least in my case, it's held up well to some heavy sanding (mostly metals) for fairly prolonged periods without faltering. I'd definitely recommend it until an alternative product becomes available.
 Not one of Dremels better tools July 27, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have used Dremel brand dremel tools for years and get good value for the money. However I classify this sander as a purchasing mistake. Here is why; 1) I get a lot of scratching on the items I sand. 2) It does not remove much material and takes a long time to do the job. 3) The sanding pads tend to fall off. 4) It died on me after about 5 hours of use. I wouldn't pay to fix it. I will try my next detail sander before I buy.
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