![]() Once I acquired a blade, Bosch OSC312F 3-1/2 in. The next item up required a trip to the local hardware store, since the package did not include a blade for cutting metal. ![]() This tool is definitely at home around wood, and would be handy for lots of woodworking projects. I was really impressed at the quality of the cut, it was fairly smooth and would require little sanding if this was a finish cut. It took a little bit, but I was able to cut through the 2×4 rather easily. Once in the garage my eyes immediately set on a scrap piece of pressure treated 2×4, so I clamped it into the vise and got to work. With that job complete, it was time to search the garage for other things to cut and sand. Cutting the hole for a new gang box in a drywall patch was a breeze, it cut the hole faster and cleaner than a typical jab saw. This handy tool cut the plaster and lath no problem, and did it without damaging any of the surrounding plaster. If you’ve ever had to cut lath, you know what a pain it can be. I used the tool first for repairing damage in a plaster and lath wall. The batteries don’t last long, however (15-25 minutes), so expect to make frequent trips to the recharger.Īnd by now you’re thinking, “That’s all well and good, but HOW WELL DOES IT WORK!”. It came with 2 batteries and a 30-minute charger (that actually charges that fast), so down time waiting for a charge is limited. The tool seems to throttle down when not under load which I’m guessing is a battery saving mechanism, though I couldn’t find any documentation that described this behavior. It also provides various indications that the battery is low, the tool is too hot, or that the tool has shutdown due to overload, binding, or stalling. The battery indicator on the side of the tool is useful, letting you see how much use you have left. I found the battery slightly difficult to load/unload, but once it’s in place there is no fear of it accidentally being dislodged. The design of the tool could defiantly use some improvements, but it seems to fall in line with most tools of this type. It’s too bad they didn’t design some type of metal ring that could connect here allowing the tool to be clipped to a tool belt. It has a protrusion just above where the battery connects (underside of the tool), to house a screw. Another design aspect overlooked was a hook or loop, so the tool could be hung from a tool belt. Switching from bit to bit is slightly cumbersome, but this seems to be a poor design aspect of this type of tool. A locking trigger switch near the bottom of the tool would be much more convenient and easier to use. The On/Off switch is also poorly placed, and is difficult to interact with while holding the tool in a working position. The speed adjustment wheel is not placed well, which makes it slightly awkward to adjust while in use. ![]() It has a speed adjustment on the side, which was slightly stiff at first but loosened up after being used a bit. The biggest selling point for me, however, was the lack of a cord. The included adapter allows it to work with accessories from most other companies, so there shouldn’t be any problems finding bits to extend the tools usefulness. It gets to work cutting or sanding, without any hesitation at all. It has a healthy whir when switched on, and doesn’t bog down at all when loading up. The rubber coating provides a good surface for gripping the tool, so there is no chance the tool will slip from your hand while you work. The tool feels good in your hand it has a little beef to it and doesn’t feel flimsy at all. 2426 M12 Cordless LITHIUM-ION Multi-ToolĪt $99.00 (Home Depot) it was near the lower-middle end of the price range, but that doesn’t seem to be an indication of quality.(The bag looks much pinker in this picture, it’s actually red). Prices range from about $50.00 – $300.00 I opted for a middle of the road offering, and picked up the Milwaukee M12 Cordless Multi-Tool. Most every major power tool manufacture now has their own versions, and for the most part the name on the box is a good indication of how well the tool is built. I decided it was finally time for me to give this tool a second look, and I am fairly impressed by what I found. Turns out the “Multi-tool” market has grown rapidly, and the products have gotten a lot better. I used a cheap no-name brand multi-tool in the past, and was not impressed by its performance. I thought they were gimmicky, flimsy, and not as useful as advertised. For a long time I’ve avoided purchasing an Oscillating Multi-tool.
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