Just drifted in...
XYZADAVE:
Maybe/Would the solenoid have enough force (grunt) to lift the "extended" probe-like dingus (other words escape me now) pen-sized cutter? Might be an alternative option to mounting the entire Dremel. The main motor could be hung overhead - and milling pens would be fairly small footprint.
Best of Luck :cheers: Jim
Experience is the BEST Teacher. Is that why it usually arrives in a shower of sparks, flash of light, loud bang, a cloud of smoke, AND -- a BILL to pay? You usually get it -- just after you need it.