Dewalt Cordless Oscillating Multi
There are several different attachment styles to choose from, so finding the right one can be somewhat confusing. Keep in mind, however, that power isn’t as important as having the right blade on your tool and setting it to the proper speed. Cutting metal requires lower speeds than wood, so be sure to choose an oscillating tool with an adjustable speed range. Look for tools with oscillating speed ranges between 8,000 and 20,000 oscillations per minute for optimal usability in most home improvement projects. A corded oscillating tool is the way to go for someone who uses their oscillating tool frequently and for long durations, like during woodworking and sanding. Corded power tools work as long as there is electricity available.
Make as many passes as necessary to cut through the material. Take care not to press down hard; let the tool do the work. Pressing the dewalt accessories blade down too hard can cause it to overheat and wear out quickly, and also makes it likelier you’ll veer off your desired cut line.
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The physical dimensions of this DeWalt cordless oscillating multi-tool are the same as the previous model and the Atomic version. It’s 11.2 inches from front to back and weighs 2.3 pounds bare. With a 2.0Ah battery, that weight bumps up to a very manageable 3.0 pounds. It was the combination of accessory changes, design, and performance that earned DeWalt such a high placement.
As we started making our initial cuts, two things because clear. For starters, the tool seemed to be genuinely faster than the last brushless model and clearly a big upgrade from the initial brushed one. That was a little bit of a surprise considering the DeWalt DCS356 has the same 20,000 OPM speed and 3.2° arc as the 355. This cordless DEWALT multi-tool has 20 volts, which allows it to quickly slice through sheetrock, light woods, and metal. Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about ourreview process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links.
All of this, including the drywall cutting, was done on a single battery charge, with juice to spare. DeWalt claims a 57% increased run-time due to the brush-less motor. I was really pleased, because I only have the one 20 V MAX battery on hand. My aging fleet of cordless tools are running on last generation, monstrous Ni-Cad batteries that I couldn’t swap into the tool. Below, you’ll find our reviews of the best, with hard-earned insights gleaned from our testing. Some oscillating tools have variable speed controls, which makes the tool quite a bit more versatile.
Powerful 3.0 Amp Motor provides strong performance for cutting and sanding. QUICK-CHANGE Accessory System allows blades and attachments to be changed quickly without wrenches. DUAL-GRIP Variable Speed Trigger gives users ultimate speed and application control. Bright LED Light illuminates dark work surfaces for accurate cutting. DEWALT Oscillating Tool Guide System allows users to set the depth or height for accurate repeatability.
The QUICK-CHANGE™ Accessory System isn’t really that new as we’ve seen the same system used on the Porter-Cable line. In fact, it was our favorite when we reviewed the Porter-Cable Multi-Tool last year. I really like this system because I can easily squeeze the clamp with one hand while I insert a blade with the other hand.
You must have the right blade for the material and those can be found on the web. One caveat about some blades dewalt accessories is that they are not quick fit. An adapter comes with the multi-tool so you can use any blade but it is hex.
It also comes with a universal accessory adapter, which will allow you to secure most blades and attachments to this tool. PORTER-CABLE’s signature tool-free blade change system is a user favorite. It allows for quick changes to effortlessly switch from sanding to cutting or vice versa without requiring other tools to attach accessories or awkward bolts to fumble with. The oscillating dewalt accessories tool is compatible with other accessories you may have on hand and can fit blades from most manufacturers easily. DEWALT certainly is late to the game with their first oscillating tool, however they certainly have brought their “A” game with the DWE315K. From the very first look at this new multi-tool you get the impression that it was built for heavy duty use in the field.