Gregory Carr
2025-09-06 12:27:08
I've had the Dremel Lite 7760 for some time now and conclude it is an excellent unit if used for it's intended purpose:Dremel advertise the 7760 as an entry level tool. I also have a mains powered Dremel 4300, which is the current top model from a versatility and power perspective. The 7760 will perform just as well as the 4300 for light jobs such as engraving, sanding, brushing or light grinding. But it doesn't have the power, duty cycle nor high speed of the 4300. They are intended for different applications. But the 7760 does some things the 4300 either cannot do, or it becomes awkward/time consuming to use.The 4300 or any mains power tool requires a cord and plugging into a wall socket or extension cord. The 7760 is lighter, shorter and can get into places that may be impossible for the 4300 or other long tool. Because the 7760 is battery operated, you can use it in the car, caravan, boat, attic or garden etc.; anywhere there is no mains power.The 7760 fits the hand much better than the 4300, when holding the tool like a pencil. It is shorter and lighter than the 4300, enabling holding the tool close to the cutting bit and enables greater control. While the 4300 can be gripped like a pencil, my hand becomes tired after 10min or so; while using the 7760 like a pencil is much easier to use and less fatiguing. The 7760 is battery powered and therefore cannot be operated as long as mains powered units--when the battery loses it charge the tool stops: Time to recharge.I did a couple of no load operating times for the 7760. By no load is meant the tool was turned on (just allowed to run free) and run until the batteries became flat of charge, and I timed the duration. Setting the switch on the lowest speed, it ran for 55mins. Recharge the batteries, set the switch to highest speed, and it ran for 30mins. Of-course, placing a load when using a tool entails shorter operating time, and the greater the load the shorter the running duration. So how long the tool will run varies directly with how hard you require it to work. If the tool is asked to work and it is being strained, a safety feature is engaged and the tool stops. Now turn the switch to off and then back on and it will run again. I tried pushing the friendship of the tool, and indeed it stopped. If you require a more powerful and longer running battery tool, perhaps you should look at Dremel's 8220. The 8220 is longer and much heavier than the 7760.I am doing electronic work as well as jobs around the house. If the job is light, such as wire brushing a rusty small tool, the 7760 will be quite adequate. It will be quite the thing for sharpening garden secateurs or sanding a small piece of wood prior to painting, engraving names on some tools, grind figures on a ceramic pot: All these and more are well within the capacity of the 7760.The battery is recharged using a USB connection which will supply 5volts at 1amp. Recharging time is 2hr 40mins. I tried using a bigger battery charger, and it still takes the 2hr 40mins, so there is no provision for fast charging.Many of the things I do are short in duration, and not requiring high power and the 7760 will be quite satisfactory.I showed the 7760 to a man who makes his living working on electronic equipment. Immediately, he saw its utility and I've ordered one for him.
Luis
2025-08-23 11:47:03
Primarily use these for smoothing clay figures and as a nail grinder for my dogs.Pros- small, fast charging, variable speeds depending on your needs, comfortable design, lower noise level for scared dogs. Good price compared to dog branded grindersCons- low battery life, accessories included are limited so you’ll need to get more.Overall good purchase, would recommend if your dogs are scared of the normal nail grinders as it’s a bit quieter and faster so reduces the amount of time they’re stressed. Nails come out smoother and less sharp compared to a clipper and less chance that you’ll get their quick, I have not had any issues with it and it hasn’t gotten to overheat
Lauren
2025-07-29 10:15:40
Bought this to replace an old dremel (old ones with the detachable battery that wouldn't charge after a few years).Mainly use it to trim our dogs' nails and works great on our large shepherd's thick nails. Definitely recommend getting a normal dremel than their one marked pet (it is higher price tag for the pet one and they do the same thing) and learn to trim without a guard (they tend to be more in the way than not).
Tom O
2025-05-13 15:50:24
Does exactly what you see and more. But, I wish the manufacturer would realize that with these battery powered tools, you need to be able to swap out the battery, or b. pack, when it gets low so you can continue to work. It is a pain if you run out of power to have to wait for it to charge. How hard would it be to design that into the product - not hard. Otherwise, this tool performs quite well. The speed adjustment is not truly variable, but rather in notches. But, that seems to be Ok, as there are enough settings to handle any situation. I did prefer the previous version which was much more ergonomic. But, apparently, that one must not have been popular. However, the ergonomics of this one is acceptable. So, overall I'm pleased.
Carolyn Bixenmann
2025-02-25 11:26:53
I went through three cheap Dremel-like tools over the past two years. They did the job but were noisy and lasted between 6 and 9 months. I decided to splurge and bought the Dremel Lite. When I turned it on, I was shocked at how quiet it was. When I first touched the surface, I immediately noticed that the sand was smoother, and it took less time and effort to achieve the results I wanted than the cheap tools I purchased before.I have some arthritis in my hand, so it was a bit heavy for me, but I suspect that would not be bothersome for the average user.I did not charge it before I used it the first time, and the charge lasted about 30 minutes, but it charged relatively quickly and held a charge much longer than any of my previous tools.
Erika Levet
2024-12-17 19:23:53
I will not be able to describe how to use this tool however it is supposed to be used, but I hope there’s someone out there this could help.My senior dog was diagnosed with IVDD and was unable to walk in September. Now, she struggles on my hard wood floors. I have to buy rubber caps for her nails. She never let me cut her nails but since her injury, these rubber caps, and the vet school using the dremmel for her nails, she lets me do it too! Now, sanded nails do smell awful, but it is the best product ever. I tried to buy the ones made for pets, but it was useless. I posted in a facebook group for recommendations and someone said to get this one. So I did, and so glad I did! It seems to be a quality tool and I’m sure it’ll come in handy at some point outside of dog nail trimming. It’s easy to hold and it has good power. Highly recommend!