5 More Awesome Oscillating Tool Tricks

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More new ideas for uses with the Oscillating Multi-Tool in your workshop, these tools are not just for carpenters and home renos there are some good uses in the woodworking shop, especially if you have a CNC machine, but even without that, these handy little tools can cut corners accurately, make quick work of embedded or stubborn nails and can even be adapted for various sanding jobs like small projects and even inside corners and circles and the best news, you can even sharpen your own blades with little more than a fine, 3-sided file.
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@rm-paradise 9 ай бұрын

I didn't know about sharpening dull blades. 👍 Great tip. 8/22/2023

@GodsMan500 2 жыл бұрын

When filing those oscillating blades, the lower you set the blade in the vice, the more effective the filing will be. When the blade is high up, it tends to vibrate from the file teeth and therefore absorb the energy. If you clamp the blade lower, the blade will be more stiff and therefore will not "give" as much when the serrations of the file pass over it.

@nathanmitchell4839 2 жыл бұрын

Those Japanese style oscillating blades can be sharpened with a file too many people say they can't but all you have to do it put the file diagonal to match the grind I don't see why people have trouble.

@WilliamTythas 2 жыл бұрын

using a diamond file works great too and less vibration

@markbouldin6513 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more and less of that unnerving sound it makes....... Overall good information from this gentleman's video......

@robira1313 Жыл бұрын

@@nathanmitchell4839 - Good point Nathan, but please use punctuation.

@kevinklei3005 8 ай бұрын

GodsMan 500 You are 110% correct this blade is set too high and the vibration is not acceptable . This is from a retired toolmaker from Australia

@brucelee3388 2 жыл бұрын

Resharpening blades: Use a felt tip marker (Sharpie) to color all the teeth first, that will let you see both if you have missed any teeth and if you have cut the 'V' evenly. A lot of steel triangular files these days are cr@p (soft or too hard, missing teeth etc), consider a small diamond coated file instead, they cut on both the push and pull stokes and will even sharpen carbide at least a few times - you can get them in sets of several shapes most places and some dealers have slightly larger triangular files as singles.

@normandhalv 2 жыл бұрын

Smart 👍👍👍👍👍

@siulseyer8053 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea. I do that when sharpening knives. Howdy from the great Republic of Texas

@huejanus5505 2 жыл бұрын

They also make silver and gold coloured sharpies. A must for marking darker coloured blades and things.

@Mrbobinge Жыл бұрын

@@huejanus5505 The answer to a prayer. Thanks.

@raymondtse1 Жыл бұрын

Is diamond coated file expensive?

@rjb6327 2 жыл бұрын

The panels at the bottom of my 40 year old garage door were rotting out from water damage. I thought about getting a new door, but the price was a little high, so I bought some thin plywood and small quarter round molding. Using my new Multi-Tool, I removed the old quarter round with ease, cut the miters for the corners and installed new panels. Took a good part of a Saturday but saved a bunch of money. An excellent tool to have around.

@ttb1513 Жыл бұрын

Good camera work, zooming in well.

@profcah 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most valuable tool you don’t know you need until you have one! Thanks for all the tips and the valuable reminder!

@markskeldon1347 Жыл бұрын

First time my buddy said try it out I thought he was suggesting the use of a toy. Now its one of my favorites to tackle difficult tasks.

@alasdair4161 2 жыл бұрын

I recently discovered a new use for my multi-tool which has revolutionised one aspect of my hobby, and that is foam cutting. I use EPO and EPP foam in model aircraft and knife cutting being the traditional option always left a less than perfect surface and inaccurate angles. I then tried using the multi tool with a non serrated knife blade which worked but galled the foam due to localised heat build up, so I then tried spritzing the cut with soapy water (dishwashing detergent) and was rewarded with perfect smooth clean cuts. I also found similar results with several other plastics, the soapy water lubricates and cools the knife edge and gives fast clean progress with amazing results, even following curves and contours can give a factory moulded finish. It just added yet another use to this versatile tools long list. Cheers.

@xxsasukexx3000 5 ай бұрын

😅😊😮

@HepauDK 2 жыл бұрын

2:31 Filing 101: Start the stroke from the very tip of the file where it has no teeth, that way you build up momentum before the teeth start digging in, making it easier to get it going. Also, I like to put my left thumb (I'm right-handed) on the tip of the file pointed in the feed direction, that gives better control over the stroke. The less of the blade you have above the clamping blocks, the better. The blade is quite thin, and flexing is your enemy when filing. Make sure there is as little possibility for flexing as possible. Oh, did I mention that I'm a trained fitter...? ;)

@ianbelletti6241 2 жыл бұрын

Flexing wasn't his problem in the video. His vice wasn't properly mounted. You can see the vice rock every file stroke.

@brianwalker1933 2 жыл бұрын

I knew you were probably a Fitter (as l am) just by reading your first paragraph…l use the exact same method as you do…😊👍👍

@2uneak Жыл бұрын

I clicked on your video from all the selections because of the thumbnail. Made me laugh. I have one of these tools and you just broadened my horizons with your jigs, etc. Thanks for taking the time to teach us!!!

@WilliamTythas 2 жыл бұрын

instead of cutting the dowel in half use the blade to cut a slot then you have a completely round sanding drum

@themicdfiles1865 2 жыл бұрын

I have a bag for one multi tool that’s full of dulled blades and a box for another one full of the same…I don’t know why I never thought of the three sided file to sharpen the damn things. I’m glad I never threw out the old blades! I’m headed out to the shop to bring these things back to life! Thanks!

@EtherealX7 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've been restoring a 1930's radio cabinet with lots of curved surfaces and that sanding block idea with the wood dowel saved me TONS of time

@goodtobehandy 2 жыл бұрын

My multi tool goes with me to every job . As the name implies,it can do so many things. Every tip expands its use.

@simonchetwynd 5 ай бұрын

Love the sanding inside a curve trick.

@philipmatthews5615 2 жыл бұрын

I would just like to say that I've been a tool and mould maker all my life and I've never used a file in this way, I always put the pressure on the forward stroke to cut then come back dragging the file lightly on the workpiece so as to clear the swarf from the groves, in this way the groves don't get blocked up you don't have to reline your position if your doing accurate filing.

@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree. The "file in one direction" advice we all got growing up is terrible advice. It doesn't really matter for a job like sharpening a $10 blade, but by never picking up the file you are able to maintain the precise angle you want, which you will never accomplish by picking up the file on every stroke. Files are wear items. Why people are deathly afraid of dulling a file is a mystery to me. My time costs more than a mountain of files.

@highperformancebassboats 5 ай бұрын

Eggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggslent video and content. Thanx for sharing. You Rock!

@farrier2708 2 жыл бұрын

The sharpening instructions I like, Colin. As far as sanding an internal radius is concerned, not only does a bit of abrasive paper wrapped around my finger save time, it also gives me a better feel for the work. The picture frame; I could probably do as good a job with a 32mm chisel in the time it takes for you to set up your tool and jigs. Having said that, I've learnt a helluva lot from your tips, so please keep 'em coming. 😊👍

@ericdavis8294 2 жыл бұрын

I liked the idea for the concave convex sanding block and I can't wait for the day that my products are on the market as my system will outperform the multitool.

@jerryjohnsonii4181 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tool tricks, on a Oscillating tool !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Cecil_X 2 жыл бұрын

I needed to cut some molding on a wall base. A vertical (new door frame) would bump against it. With careful measuring I found where the cut needed to be. As Colin pointed out, the vibration makes it difficult to cut a perfect line. For a guide, I simply carefully scored a line with a utility knife. The multi tool nicely rode inside the score line. So my tip, when you can't easily create a makeshift fence, like Colin did on the picture frame, score a line to follow.

@LewHarriman 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea to sand the inside of a circle with a modified multitool!

@huejanus5505 2 жыл бұрын

I was doing some remodelling in my house. Apparently the trim guys got there before the flooring guys. All the baseboards were nailed below the flooring. Thank God for my multitool being able to cut those nails off.

@goch-dt5im 2 ай бұрын

Exposing less of the blade will reduce vibration. Taper files have a smooth part at the tip which will allow you to start the forward stoke without binding.

@ausblob263 2 жыл бұрын

I never knew how much i needed one of these until i bought one and its now one of my most used tools

@patricksalter5412 Жыл бұрын

Just helped my son refinish his hardwood floors and the triangular head was GREAT for sanding into the corners!

@warrenscorner 2 жыл бұрын

I love that tool! I bought it to scrape glue off of a concrete floor but it works awesome cutting PVC pipe, drywall, wood shims, dowel plugs, the list goes on and on. My favorite is trimming door casing when installing new flooring. Now I have more uses. I did not know they made sanding attachments.

@jessicaauten4428 2 жыл бұрын

U. ⁶

@timexironman1 2 жыл бұрын

I need something for that! How did that work?

@timexironman1 2 жыл бұрын

The concrete floor, I mean.

@warrenscorner 2 жыл бұрын

@@timexironman1 it worked great! It’s a small blade so it was very time consuming.

@kellyvcraig 2 жыл бұрын

I went to a Dollar Store and bought a bunch of putty knives, removed the handles, then drilled holes in the metal so they'd fit the Multimaster. They were a fraction of the price of the store bought version for the tool.

@johnmitchelljr 3 ай бұрын

Kool tool tricks. Thank you.

@paulbateman5769 2 жыл бұрын

I purchased one the other week to do one job. Then I put it away. After this it's coming back out to play. Thanks Colin

@willbedone888 2 жыл бұрын

Love the planes rack hanging on the right side.😍

@normanmakio961 2 жыл бұрын

Norman Makio Watched ur video on sanding pad with oscillating multitool, well, I remember I had such a thing that came with a Makita multitool urchaed several years ago. I had a craftsman vibrating mouse way back when and it vibrated vigilantly so I expected this to be the same. To my surprise, it was fantastic . . . almost no vibration, smooth action, quick and precision cuts. I actually enjoyed the sanding experience, thank you Colin Knecht!

@larrybud 2 жыл бұрын

I like the "buy the super cheap bag of blades and dispose of them" method of sharpening.

@mikehanick4955 2 жыл бұрын

You can also use the green scotch brite pads with the hook and loop sanding pad

@MarcusRefusius 6 ай бұрын

I use mine in place of a Flush Cut Saw for trimming my dowels on Kreg joinery. Works great. Just go slowly.

@destitute8493 2 жыл бұрын

As long as Fein had the patent on this device, they were only interested in industrial applications, but there are many more applications waiting to be discovered. It can be used in some processes that require a vibrator, like in mining where you want to separate the heavies (dense materials) from the fines. It can probably be used in Biology, like for sowing seeds for example. Get one, and put your imagination to work!

@JohnathonWhittaker 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I think the multi-tool is highly undervalued. I use mine for wood carving and sculpting all the time. Can I suggest an alternative to the dowel though? Wood on wood can cause dents and other issues. If you swap the dowel for a cork, cut that in half and all the same steps, you can get a great smooth finish without any accessory damage

@MileyonDisney 2 жыл бұрын

It looks to me like it would be good for shaking little bottles of paint. There should certainly be a good way of attaching it... maybe even just tape, for the short time it would be needed.

@robira1313 Жыл бұрын

You silly goose.

@mikehodges6598 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tip! I can't believe I didn't think of just resharpening the steel blades.

@1153mf 2 жыл бұрын

My cousin and I were converting my detached garage into an apartment for my mom. Man I used my multi tool for almost all of the demo, a lot through the actual construction and a ton again during the finishing stage. Don’t get me wrong, I am surgical with that thing! My cousin calls it my vibrator because of how much I enjoyed using it! Ha. One of the days when we just started and were doing the demo my uncle came over and brought up the point “could you imagine doing demo without that vibrator? Like that thing does it all and works for everything. How did they do it back in the day before vibrators?!?” By far the best tool ever! And I agree keep sharpening those blades and you can do some real magic with a multi tool!!

@kirkmuffie7542 2 жыл бұрын

Gave you a thumbs up. Actually taught me a trick I didn't know.

@googleuser3553 2 жыл бұрын

Now I need this tool. I can think of so many jobs over the years that this tool would have been invaluable. Thanks for posting!

@timothywoods8170 10 ай бұрын

Great information Sir!

@raymondtse1 Жыл бұрын

This is very useful, thanks!

@sapelesteve 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips and tricks today Colin! I have one of those tools and it does come in handy. Now I have even more ways to utilize it in the shop! Thanks.....👍😉👏

@nannettebernard2369 3 ай бұрын

Great tips!! Thank you

@michaelmartt8899 2 жыл бұрын

I put a toothbrush end on one of the tools to clean grout with

@CeeJayThe13th 2 жыл бұрын

I do that for my dental hygiene routine

@Mrbobinge Жыл бұрын

In 3-minutes-flat your how-to, showed me two solutions. How to sand 4x10mm open ended slots. Accurately. Adhesived sander on a blade, guided by your neat made-up jig. Voila. Thanks muchly.

@_BAD_MERC_ 2 жыл бұрын

When I laid my wood floors and new baseboards I reluctantly bought an oscillating tool for the door jambs. I have Milwaukee tools already so you're holding the EXACT tool I bought for $69 with no batteries. Oh let me tell you - it made everything EASY!!!! Thank you for your tips!!

@otpyrcralphpierre1742 10 ай бұрын

Good tips. Thank you.

@garymucher4082 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas. I have found that a Dremel thin diamond disk is really a quick way to re-sharpen multi-tool blades. Since it is so thin, you can get into the worn out blade and make near instant new teeth. And so I haven't bought any new blades in years now...

@PIANOSTYLE100 2 жыл бұрын

Still learning, but many different ways to use the oscillating tool Thank you.

@Dr-wheel-barrow-opperator 2 жыл бұрын

Great information....Thank you for sharing your knowledge

@workingTchr Жыл бұрын

Using these tools with a fence (given their flat bottom) opens up all kinds of uses.

@dennisrayl3485 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite shop tools.

@bearclawsforhands1203 2 жыл бұрын

I love my oscillating tool.

@paulanderson388 Жыл бұрын

What great Ideas and information to help a newbie owner of an oscillating tool ! Thank You.

@GodFirst607 9 ай бұрын

Great video, your a gentleman, and scholar.

@risingawareness13 Жыл бұрын

Great tips 👍👍

@migmagingenieria 2 жыл бұрын

That tool is incredibly versatile, I love it!!!!!

@davidhayes2275 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video especially the sharpening! Thank you🐈🐕😍

@lcook0825 Жыл бұрын

Great video Colin. Learned a few new things.

@alanmullock381 2 жыл бұрын

Cracking tips Colin!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎

@dondonofrio Жыл бұрын

I just keep learning new woodworking ideas from you.Keep up the great work. Thank you.

@bungelsfinger 2 жыл бұрын

Top Man!. Good video and some brilliant little tips. Thanks

@angelmorales6274 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your advice.

@rubenmadrid3154 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Awesome I did not know I could resharpen the blade Thanks for sharing!!👍👍

@Kleis1 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Thank you!

@FlushtheSystem 2 жыл бұрын

Dude!?! Great ideas! Thanks much!

@ModernNeandertal 2 жыл бұрын

Very good tips and info, thanks.

@leroymontano9080 Жыл бұрын

Hello from utah,Sir i have to tell you thanks for all the videos you make ,i love wood working and carving ,thanks for the tips

@Stealth616 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! I never thought of attaching a half dowel to a multi tool blade to sand a groove or circle. Excellent idea! When you were filing you said a file only cuts in one direction. You were correct for the type of file you used. There are also "double cut" files with diagonal teeth in both directions which cut when pushing and pulling. Thanks for creating excellent videos!

@robertkerby2581 Жыл бұрын

Great tips on using a Multi Tool! Well done!

@chipperkeithmgb 4 ай бұрын

I use mine with a old blade to get out weeds from my patio works great

@WOLRuss1 2 жыл бұрын

Favorite tool. Good tips. Thanks!

@sebastienboisvert8561 2 жыл бұрын

For Canadian viewers, Canadian Tire has a few nice kits when they are on sale. I stock up on disposables when sales hit.

@futz48 2 жыл бұрын

This might not work for wood cutting (though I use it for that as well), but if you cut a LOT of drywall with your Osc like I do, here's a quick tip: When my blade gets very dull (I also pick up discarded blades from other people) I take my 4-1/2" grinder with a zip-cut blade on it and just quickly cut some new teeth in the blade. No angle is necessary - just a bunch of shallow straight cuts in the cutting edge. It's fast to do and works great! Use those blades over and over! They aint cheap.

@movileone7420 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the tips

@robertduley5446 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing I have a job removing chair rail, thank you very much for the tip with the veneer piece👍

@pikeoutdoors7052 10 ай бұрын

I see people do a lot of gimmicky stuff that carries no real value. I figured this would just be another 14 minutes of my life that I wasted and would never get back, but hands down, you making that blade into a drum sander is very impressive. I guarantee I will be making one as soon as I get to the store to buy the velcro. That would of been soo handy hundreds of times on the job site, thanks for the inspiration

@jerrygilles9612 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks' for all the good info Colin.

@kfletcher2005 2 жыл бұрын

Nice tip. Got to get a oscillating multi tool now. This will be my next power tool for sure.

@johnparker2636 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Will use your last tip to square off a routed t track groove.

@Rusty_ok 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas for the multi tool.

@leonvanderlinde5580 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, you gave me one tip I can really use.

@stephanieprice5780 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video!! I’ve been wanting an oscillating tool for a while now. Thank you.

@whatworkedforme 2 жыл бұрын

all tips are great but that tip at 10:57 is fantastic.. squaring off a round corner by using a straight edge. Will definitely use that idea. Thanks for taking the time to make these YT videos

@MCsCreations 2 жыл бұрын

Really excellent tips, Colin! Thanks a lot! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@gballmaier 5 ай бұрын

It is much easier to remove wood trim, not by potentially damaging the end panels, walls, or the actual trim, simply by using a Nail set to simply drive the nails through the trim. It's Faster, Cleaner, and less chance of damaging the surrounding surfaces.

@beyondlimitsproductions1468 2 жыл бұрын

Really love the tip on the hook and loop glued to the dowel !!!! Awesome !@

@tonyhamilton9764 Жыл бұрын

Great info, thanks for sharing!

@terryrogers1025 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips, I really appreciate it sir.

@MuseLeathercraft 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks EXCELLENT tips!! G

@eloygarcia1566 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias Colin. Saludos desde Monterrey México

@markwatters6875 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@leticiaruvalcaba-arballo3181 2 жыл бұрын

Very great tips, I just purchased this tool three months ago.

@notasheep199 2 жыл бұрын

I have one of those and never thought of using it in a few of the ways you shared. Love that i can sharpen the blade, always thought i just needed to replace. Thanks

@halledwardb 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, just look at the new blade prices. Crazy!

@GarySpencer-nl4cc Жыл бұрын

Been using this tool for quite a while and have found that adding a little up angle will place a slight bevel on both sides between teeth. Do alternating spaces from both sides results in a blade that cuts considerably faster than even a new one in softer materials like wood.

@ChuckCoy Жыл бұрын

Great tools. A lot ot that work howevet, can be done more quickly with a sharp chisel. Lets bring back the art of woodworking with traditional hand tools.