My Dremel stops oscillating if I apply the slightest bit too much pressure when cutting wood. Does this tool do the same, or will it keep cutting thru wood even when pressure is applied? Thanks.
844480
I have put almost all of my body weight into cutting but not had any problems. Sometimes when using the sander it will bog down a bit, but seems to retain more power than my porter cable palm sander even still.
844481
If your blade is dull, any oscillating tool will fail to cut. Make sure that's not the problem. I also bought a Dremel MultiMax first. It lasted about six hours. I have only used the Rockwell for 1-2 hours, but it does seem to cut better than the Dremel ever did.
844482
I'm glad I received your question pertaining to both the dremel and the Rockwell. I was always dissapointed with the performance of the Dremel and the poor quality of the accessories. It lacked the power I needed and overheated to the extreme that I couldn't touch it after 10 minutes of using it. Then I bought my Rockwell. After numerous projects, it's still going strong.
844483
I've never stalled it but I also have the Dremel version and don't recall it stalling. This tool has more power and it doesn't get hot. It also has the quick change feature. I no longer use my Dremel tool now that I have the Sonicrafter.
844484
The Sonicrafter has allot of power. If used correctly it will not stop oscillating.
844485
I was able to cut the cabinet apart with my Rockwell. I had to use a bit of pressure and go slow, but it cut just fine. I hope this helps.
1456212
I trimmed all the branches on my trees as long as I took it slow. Let the saw do all the work and don't force it. It will even cut large branches if you take it slow. Bit by bit, and it's done. Great saw!!!
710157
I saw the answers about cutting with a long blade, this may be possible. If you are procuring a tool to do a job you might as well buy the correct tool. I would suggest an oscillating saw such as this one PORTER-CABLE PCE605K 3-Amp Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit with 31 Accessories "I do not particularly endorse the Porter cable exact product" I did have a Porter Cable and it did not last very long. Currently running a Dremel and will see how it lasts."
435772
I have the cheaper Milwaukee tool and it is not near the quality as this one. It started making noise after a short time. So i bought this tool and it has proven to be problem free. I have driven many 3" long drywall screws in wood using this tool with a Milwaukee impact driver and still no problems.
345551
The cutter is a true 5/8 [or at least mine is]. In softwood, I have no abnormal results. In hardwood, when I have to pry the dowel out of the cutter [due to friction of the cutting action] you may have to gouge some of the wood. We have high humidity in my area. Your efforts may be different. All of this assumes that there have been no changes in the quality control since I bought it, of course.
1631840
No, Its forced out from rotation of blade. Its a good planer. Ive used for Cedar, Cherry and walnut with no problems or blade change.
629549
I didn't have any issues cutting with mine... Free hand in a jig saw you are always correcting. Were you using in some fixed tabletop saw perhaps to notice?
1609888
No thats why I purchased it since I had two good batteries. However I am not 100% happy with this unit. When you need to push hard on it when doing a plunge cut the blade turns under the pressure. I checked to make sure the blade was securley tightened in place and it was. Not a big problem just don'e push real hard on it.
683862
I have used it for only a few hours on hard wood and gotten excellent results and have had no trouble to date. I am careful to take only small cuts each time as I don't like to overburden any tools. It sounds to me like a rubber burning odor is caused by belt slippage when trying to take more aggressive cuts. Bob Heller
12174
Not that I have noticed. I use it for doing dog toenails. I apply pressure and never had it bog down or shut off. It's very powerful for a cordless grinder.
159094
The rubber tip on mine twists right off - but if yours won't twist try carefully heating the rubber a tad with a hair dryer. IF you mean trimming the wood - I used a hack saw, no problem. Mine had grooves at 1.5 and 2.75 inches from the bottom - convenient cutting points.
42275
The saw works beautifully in the two situations I have: construction and furniture making. On construction projects, I use the Dewalt stops on the stand. I can live with +- 1/16". For furniture work, I'm back at the shop, using a custom made extension table with with stops that don't move. For furniture, I can not have any deviation. That's my solution. In a previous comment, the writer suggested you snug up the stops, and be careful about how much pressure you put on them with your workpiece. I do this out of habit, and it usually produces pretty good results.
520030
So far mine has worked quite well. I have a couple of Foredom's one is a high torque model, they're certainly more powerful than the Dremel, but the Dremel is half the price & all my dremel pieces fit. One thing i've noticed is the Dremel doesn't get into that annoying resonance with the flex shaft as does the Foredom...Just my .02¢ worth.
981152
Interesting thread on Dremel forum about this subject:http://messageboard.dremel.com/Topic8279-52-2.aspx
272671
Based on my experience it's all about the quality of the cutting blade and properly clamping the material so it does not vibrate with the cutting blade. If you can take care of those two variables I think this tool can handle it. One last thought...if it's hardened steel it could really dull a blade fast so I'd definitely think that aspect through too.
486991
Another thing to remember is that it "snaps" the material, when the blade presses down. There is no sawing motion as such, just simple pressure force on the blade. Be sure to draw your cut lines clearly so you can see them, and perhaps even pre-cut using a straight edge and carpet knife or other tool proper to the material. It works wonders, and if someone is putting in flooring it is a dream to use. It is easiest to use by "standing" on the material, but it will also work cutting board style as well on a table.
1614814
I don't have that problem at all. I would say you have a faulty product and should return it for replacement. I've had no problems with the cutter at all.