Dremel Flex Shaft Rotary Tool Attachment with Comfort Grip and 36” Long Cable - Engraver, Polisher, and Mini Sander- Ideal for Detail Metal Engraving, Wood Carving, and Jewelry Polishing, 225-02

This flex shaft DOES fit both WEN rotary tool models, i.e. the blue and the orange. The shaft wore out on my blue one because I just carve so many highly desirable, beautiful pieces of majestic art. No big deal. Anyway, I couldn't find a well reviewed replacement flex shaft that specifically stated it fit the WEN models so I took a chance on this well reviewed Dremel flex shaft and...it fits! I am so happy it does because this is a much nicer flex shaft than what you get with either of the WENs. This Dremel shaft is much more comfortable to hold, insulates much better against heat, cuts vibration until it is virtually negligible, and is startlingly quiet. Listen, I like WEN tools. Along with the aforementioned blue and orange rotary tools, I own around a half dozen of WEN's power tools. They are impressively adequate tools given their low price point. However, if I am being honest, the WEN shafts are total garbage in comparison to this Dremel flex shaft. I actually just ordered another one for my other WEN rotary tool even though its flex shaft is still in working order. The only CON: the Dremel flex shaft is significantly shorter than the WEN flex shaft but, just like I scream at myself in the mirror before bed every night, size isn't the only thing that matters. This is a well made, heavy duty shaft whose shortcomings in length are more than out distanced by the quality of its form and function. I guess Dremel might be worth the extra expense after all.

This isn't a must have but it's much more ergonomic to use this when performing detailed grinding/cut/cleaning etc. as opposed to holding the bulkier Dremel tool itself. It's also lighter so it's less fatiguing to hold for longer periods of time. I did notice that the chuck spins slightly slower due to the drag of the drive shaft inside the cable but that isn't an issue for me since I rarely run my Dremel at full speed anyways.

I’ve been using the Dremel Flex Shaft attachment for over a year now, and it has completely changed the way I use my rotary tool. If you do any kind of detailed work, this is a game-changer.Flexibility & PrecisionThe biggest advantage of the flex shaft is how much easier it makes fine, detailed work. Instead of holding the full-weight rotary tool, you can use just the lightweight handpiece, which gives you much better control. This is especially useful for engraving, polishing, and intricate carving. I’ve used it on wood, metal, and resin, and it handles all of them well.Ease of Use & ComfortAttaching the flex shaft to my Dremel was straightforward. It screws onto the tool easily, and the inner cable rotates smoothly. The handpiece is much more comfortable to hold for long periods compared to gripping the bulky main tool. However, I’d recommend hanging your Dremel on a stand or hook to prevent strain on the cable.Durability & MaintenanceSo far, the build quality seems solid. The cable runs smoothly without any kinks or resistance. Just make sure to keep it properly lubricated as recommended in the manual to extend its lifespan. Some users have reported issues with the inner cable breaking over time, so I’ll update this review if I run into any problems.Things to Consider• The flex shaft does get warm after extended use, so take breaks if needed.• You’ll need to occasionally lubricate the inner cable for smooth operation.• Make sure your Dremel has a high enough RPM rating for optimal performance.Final VerdictIf you do a lot of precision work with your Dremel, this attachment is absolutely worth it. It makes carving, engraving, sanding, and polishing so much easier and more comfortable. Just take care of it properly, and it should last a long time.

I'm using the Dremel 3000.The button lock on the flex shaft tool may temporarily malfunction or catch within a half-locked position, causing significant strain on the flex shaft tool shaft and Dremel motor. May also hear the clicking noise of the button shaft lock on the flex shaft tool handle rattling. To fix, stop the tool and operate the flex shaft tool lock button thoroughly several times, ensuring adequate locking/unlocking of the shaft. I also squirted a little "Dry Lube" lubricant into the lock button mechanism, ensuring the button had enough good lubricant.Again, symptoms of the flex shaft tool lock button malfunctioning:1) May hear a constant rattling/clicking like noise from the flex shaft tool handle, near the flex shaft tool shaft lock button.2) When operating the Dremel motor, may need require increasing torque greater than 2 or greater than 4, for the shaft to start rotating.Another con, the directions are extremely very small fine print, too small for us older folks to read, including multiple languages. Should be a manual/pamphlet for each language... cheap manufacturing of the instructions, and yet they still desire the end user read and follow safety instruction?Directions also seem to omit explicitly indicating to switch the shaft nut with the included shaft nut! I thought the manufacturer was being nice, and including extra parts.... foolish me! The included shaft nut has the required square female end, for properly engaging with the flex shaft.Other than the previously mentioned, everything else works as should, making using the tool much easier with likely far less hand fatigue due to being narrower and more light weight.

These are great.I highly recommend this is the second one.The first one I had for over twenty years and it finally wore out