Summary of Mini-Tablesaw / Router / Shaper for Dremel rotary tool
This project transforms a Dremel rotary tool into a versatile mini table saw, router, and shaper. The build utilizes wooden boards and acrylic sheets cut from provided templates, secured with pipe straps, bolts, and clamps. Foam insulation serves as a fence for precision cuts. The article emphasizes printing templates at 100% scale on cardstock and lists specific Dremel attachments required for different functions, noting that additional drilling tools may be needed for counter-sinking screws.
Parts used in the Mini-Table Saw / Router / Shaper:
- 1 - 1x8x4 whitewood board
- 1 - 1x2x4 whitewood board
- 2 - Optix 8x10 acrylic sheets (.080 thick)
- 1 bag - 3/4 two hole pipe strap
- 2 - 1/4x 4-1/2 bolts
- 1 bag - 1/4 wing nuts
- 1 section - 3/4 foam pipe insulation
- 2 bags - Wood screw #6 x 1-1/2
- 1 bag - Wood screw #4 x 5/8
- 2 - 2 Spring Clamp
- Dremel Rotary Tool (Model 4000 recommended)
- Dremel Mini Saw Attachment (Model 670)
- Dremel Sanding Drum (Model 407 or 470)
- 5/32 Drill Bit
- 5/64 Drill Bit
- 7/64 Drill Bit
- 1/4 Drill Bit
- Phillips screw driver
- Elmers glue
- Utility knife
Mini – Table Saw / Router / Shaper
for Dremel rotary tool.
am attaching a PDF that includes the templates I made for this project. Open the PDF and save it to your computer.
Print out the templates (I suggest using 100 pound card stock for the templates).
MAKE SURE… that you select None in the Page Scaling option when printing!
If you fail to do this the printer will scale the pages to a different size and the templates will not be correct.
Dremel_TablesawRouterShaper_plans.pdf8 MB
Step 2: Material Supply
You will need a Dremel rotary tool (obviously)…
I purchased the 4000-5/36H from Home Depot which has 5 attachments and 36 accessories for $99.00! This is by far one of the best deals available for the Dremel products. I highly reccomend it.
Material Supply:
1 – 1x8x4 (I used top choice whitewood board)
1 – 1x2x4 (I used top choice whitewood board)
2 – Optix 8×10 acrylic sheet (.080” thick)
1 bag – 3/4” two hole pipe strap – (sold in bags of 4)
2 – 1/4”x 4-1/2” bolts
1 bag – 1/4” wing nuts – (sold in bags of 4)
1 section – 3/4” foam pipe insulation (sold in 6ft sections)
2 bags – Wood screw – #6 x 1-1/2” – (sold in bags of 10)
1 bag – Wood screw – #4 x 5/8” – (sold in bags of 12)
2 – 2” Spring Clamp
Attachments/Accessories/Tool List:
Dremel Rotary Tool (templates were designed for model 4000 but can be modified to fit any model)
Dremel – Mini Saw Attachment (model 670)
Dremel – Sanding Drum (either model 407 or 470 will work for this application)
5/32” Drill Bit
5/64” Drill Bit
7/64”Drill Bit
1/4” Drill Bit
Phillips screw driver
Elmers glue
Utility knife (or other razor)
Optional Dremel Attachments/Accessories:
(only needed if you plan to build this project *exclusively with a Dremel Rotary Tool)
Dremel – Plunge Router Attachment (model 335-01) “OR” Multi Purpose Cutting Kit (model 565)
Dremel – Circle Cutter and Straight Edge Guide (model 678-01)
Dremel – Brad Point Drill Bit Set (model 631-01)
*Note: the top plate cover screws require a tapered 1/4” counter sink. The Dremel Brad Bits are not tapered and Dremel does not currently make a tapered 1/4” drill bit with a 1/8” shank. This will require the need for an additional drill (preferably drill press) that can handle standard 1/4” drill bits or 1/4” tapered counter sink bits.
For more detail: Mini-Tablesaw / Router / Shaper for Dremel rotary tool
- What is the best paper type for printing the templates?
The article suggests using 100 pound card stock for the templates. - How do I ensure the printed templates are the correct size?
You must select None in the Page Scaling option when printing to prevent scaling errors. - Can I use any Dremel model for this project?
Templates were designed for model 4000 but can be modified to fit any model. - Which Dremel attachment is needed for sanding?
Either model 407 or 470 Sanding Drum will work for this application. - Do I need an extra drill for the top plate cover screws?
Yes, you need an additional drill press or one that handles standard 1/4 tapered counter sink bits because Dremel Brad Bits are not tapered. - What is the recommended purchase deal for a Dremel tool mentioned?
The author recommends the 4000-5/36H from Home Depot which includes 5 attachments and 36 accessories for $99.00. - What optional attachments are needed if building exclusively with a Dremel?
You may need a Plunge Router Attachment or Multi Purpose Cutting Kit, Circle Cutter and Straight Edge Guide, and Brad Point Drill Bit Set. - What material is used for the fence in this project?
A section of 3/4 foam pipe insulation is used.
