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Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02

Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02

Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02 Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02
$ 18.65

Score By Feature

Based on 5,849 ratings
Ergonomic
8.58
Easy to hold
7.98
Easy to use
7.56
Value for money
7.56

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Product Description

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The Dremel Engraver is perfect for engraving personal items as well as decorative designs.
One 9924 carbide point is included in the kit, as well as a letter/number stencil template, which can be used for decorative engraving and personalization.
Engraves a variety of materials including wood, leather, tools, machinery, hard steel, stone, glass, ceramics, porcelain, and plastics.
The engraving depth is controlled by a five-position adjustable dial, which allows for a wide range of strokes, from fine lines to deep grooves. Powered by a motor that strokes at 7,200 strokes per minute.
the body has a soft grip
Four 9924 carbide points and a letter/number stencil template are included in the kit, making it ideal for decorative engraving and personalization.
For heavy-duty use on hard surfaces, add the 9929 diamond point (not included).
Warranty period: 2 years

Questions & Answers

Is it intended for the tip of this tool to rotate or simply vibrate? This is the first time I've seen it, and it isn't rotating. I wanted to make certain it wasn't broken before proceeding. ?

Because of this, it's referred to as a vibrating engraver rather than a rotary tool.

Hello. This is going to come across as a ridiculous question. But how do I inset the engraver's tip? I'm not sure what size screwdriver I'll need. ?

Best wishes to you. It's only a smidgeon of a screw. It took me over an hour of attempting to insert the tip and secure it with the screw before I realized there was no way. A set screw would have sufficed, but this engraver is in desperate need of a makeover. When you consider how much force will be applied to the tip due to the pressure required to engrave your item and the machine's vibration, it's difficult to understand why such a small screw was used. Please read all of the reviews before making a purchase.

I'm curious how well this product holds up when etching on granite. ?

The hardness of granite is 6 on the Mohs scale. The carbide steel point is hardened to a hardness of 8, and the point is hardened to a hardness of 7. As a result, the point should take precedence. Because thebr>tip will round some in use, it depends on how detailed a design you're trying to do. As an alternative, you could use the heavy-duty 9929 point.

Is it possible that this engraver's tip will rotate? It was a Christmas present, and all it does now is vibrate. I wanted to make certain it wasn't simply broken. ?

I'm not sure what's up with BC because it says right in the title that it rotates, but everyone acts as if we're supposed to ignore it?

Selected User Reviews For Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather, Metal, Glass, and Wood , Black, 290-02

I am extremely dissatisfied with this product / I ADORE IT! "I am extremely dissatisfied with this product
5/5

I live in Georgia (not in the United States), and I ordered a product on April 2, and it arrived on April 5 in the United States. Georgian transportation company that transports goods from America to our country. I received a package at my Georgian address on April 13th. I didn't have time to look at the product after that until today. I activated Engraver and began engraving on the tree in a matter of seconds. The device began to heat up, emitting smoke, sparks, and eventually burning. I was about to be electrocuted when I was nearly electrocuted. You can see how the item melted in the photo I uploaded. I used to have a Dremel 4000-type tool. 6/50 120- Variable Volt – I liked the Speed Rotary, and I thought the Engraver met my expectations as well. Regrettably, I am at a loss for what to do or who to contact. "E D I T E D: br>br>E D I T E D: br>br>E D I T E D: br br>br>Following this review, Dremel contacted me and apologized for my error, explaining that the product's failure was caused by using it at 120 volts when it should have been used at 220/230 volts. A 120/220 volt converter should be used when 120 volts is purchased in the United States and used in Europe. After that, they told me: br>br> "As a token of our appreciation, we'd like to send you a new 220-volt power supply. " So you can enjoy working with the Dremel tool, you'll need a volt engraver. "br>br>And a month later, I got a new engraver that was absolutely brilliant. br>I'm not sure what to say. I don't believe other companies would do it, and if I could give this product ten stars, I would! br>Thank you for your help, DREMEL!.

Journey MacDonald
Journey MacDonald
| Apr 18, 2021
Engraver of the highest caliber
5/5

I bought it to engrave my artwork on rocks. I wasn't even close to being disappointed.

Remy Mueller
Remy Mueller
| Nov 03, 2021
A Keeper! The only issue is that the set screw for the tip is incredibly small, and it required the tiniest screwdriver I could find to remove it
5/5

I finally located a pocket screwdriver that I had carried for the past 30 years. If you use a screwdriver with a very narrow blade, the set screw hole threads will be damaged. To insert the tip, you must first back out the screw and then insert the tip. If properly inserted, about half of the tip should be visible. Snug the screw in place (but not too tight) and pull on the tip gently. If it pops out, you didn't push it far enough in. These two factors, I believe, are the primary causes of set screw thread stripping. The carbide tip is more than adequate for everyday use. My crow bars were even marked. Before marking your stuff, I recommend using a light touch and practicing on scrap material. Hold it in your hand like an ink pen and start writing. To match the material, adjust the stroke (speed) control knob.

Jason Brady
Jason Brady
| Dec 19, 2021
Dremel engraver for $16
3/5

really? What had I been thinking? I hadn't purchased a Dremel in years for a reason. Because they're made cheaply, they frequently fail! br>An engraver for $16? I should've realized what I was getting myself into. The most critical component of the tool, Dremel's system for holding the cutting bit in place, failed. The tiny screw could never keep the bit in place and eventually stripped. As a result, it failed to complete even a single task. But I'm not surprised in the least. After all these years, you'd think they'd "get it" by now! If it doesn't work, a low price won't cut it, and if the bit can't be held properly, the tool won't work either! What will it take for those low-quality tool manufacturers to stop wasting our time? It's back to the drawing board.

Azalea O’BRIEN
Azalea O’BRIEN
| Sep 03, 2021
Quality assurance is lacking
3/5

Terrible. After reading other reviews about people losing their tips, I decided that ordering and using this would be fine as long as I was careful not to lose it when opening the package. I was correct; there were no issues with the tip. The lack of a set screw in the drill, on the other hand, was a major issue. As if you're not there. This product is rendered useless because the tip cannot be inserted and secured. I'm requesting a refund of my money.

Vienna Tate
Vienna Tate
| Sep 16, 2021
It's a waste of money; don't waste your time
3/5

I can't tell you whether or not this thing works because I couldn't get the engraving bit to work. You'll notice that there's a TINY half-screw that needs to be tightened in order for the bit to be properly installed. It's too big for the screwdriver you'd use to put your glasses on, but it's too small for almost any other screwdriver. After having to go to Home Depot to purchase a TINY screwdriver, I returned home only to discover that the bit didn't fit properly into the barrel, so it didn't matter if the screw could be tightened or not. It was a total waste of money.

Ayleen Prince
Ayleen Prince
| Jul 23, 2021
All of it should be engraved! (Just make sure you're wearing hearing protection
4/5

) My name is scrawled on everything I own. Everything I own, including tools, electronic devices, and other items. I used to do all of this with permanent marker and had to deal with the marker rubbing off or fading over time until I bought this engraver. I wanted an engraver, but I assumed they were expensive because I'd never looked at the prices before. To be honest, the word "engraver" makes me think of a high-priced service. I'm not sure what I'm saying. br>br>Anyway, this appeared on my recommended items list one day, and I was surprised to find it for less than $20. Yes, this was a complete impulse buy, and Amazon's ad algorithm is extremely effective. You did an excellent job. br>br>Since getting the engraver, I've been using it to engrave my name on everything I can think of. Everything is mine, including my tools, phone, and laptops. It's the same urge you get when you have a permanent marker in your hand or when you have a label maker in your hand to write on everything, except this thing amplifies that urge because it's a power tool, and who doesn't like power tools? The engraver himself: br>br> It's extremely loud, which is my only complaint. I take great care of my hearing and never use this device without wearing hearing protection. It works well and is incredibly simple to use; after about 30 seconds of practice on scrap aluminum, I was confident enough to use it on something I care about.

Scarlette SCHOFIELD
Scarlette SCHOFIELD
| Oct 31, 2021
It's easy to use, and it's enjoyable! I just got it and used it for the first time; it went a lot smoother than I expected, and I'm pretty happy with the results
5/5

I bought this to engrave brass jewelry, and I believe it will be a useful tool at my desk! br>The lower the number on the setting, the lighter the vibrations are, and thus the shallower but easier to control they are. To give you an idea of how long it takes, it starts at 1. In the review pictures, I used 2 and 3. As you can see, 3 is a little shaky, but it's small and I don't have much experience, so it's still a good buy!.

Artemis Silva
Artemis Silva
| Jan 10, 2022

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