Multi Tool

[Ryan102]

Looking at getting a multi tool cutter.

Recommendations? I have Milwaukee gear so i was thinking if cordless milwaukee, and if corded i was thinking Bosch?

But these are more pricey than others, just wondering if you know any reasonably good cutters that may be quick change or have vacuum attachments to suit.

As long as its a durable make i dont mind, Will be being used for plasterboard cutting ect.

If anyone has any more "tips of the trade" what the cutter may be also used for id appreciate it, i just like the idea of having the tool for hard to get places with a saw ect.

 

[Leesparkykent]

If you was going for corded I would look at fein.

 

[telectrix]

and dust extraction is not needed. the amount of dust from a multiyool is minimal. i hsve a fein 110V and workzone 240V and 10.8V (these latter 2 from aldi for peanuts).

 

[Deleted member 26818]

I worked recently on a couple of sites helping with PV installations.
Was surprised to see so many 230V tools.
One of the guys had a multi tool, not sure of the make, but it came in an orange box and had a dust extraction nozzle in the box.
Myself, I would consider a battery version, as many of the sites I work on will not allow 230V tools, and carting around a 110 transformer is too much like hard work.

 

[ruston]

The cheap Aldi one is a godsend (£20 in a case with accessories) to take onto those iffy jobs.:whatchutalkingabout

I have a corded Dewalt, the built in work light sold it for me.

As for uses - Limited by the imagination. One of the most versatile tools ever.
You must buy one.

 

[Andy78]

I have a cheapie corded Clarke tool from toolstation. I think about £45. Its done me a couple of years good regular service so far and I've not been kind to it.

I've used my brother's Fein, £275 in a set, and can honestly say there is no noticeable difference to me.

 

[Wes1000]

I would go for a fein of festool myself. I got through 3 Bosch multi cutters befor biting the bullet and buying a fein. I've also used the festool version and although they are £300 instead of £30 - £50 you will save in the long run. Also the difference in the fein to the cheap cutters is amazing, like chalk and cheese IMO.

whatever you buy you won't ever go back to a hand saw and chisels to get those annoying bits out of the corner of a room!

 

[Ryan102]

This may be a silly question, but can they chase brick? i know they can take away plaster/board, but wondering with the right tool will they take the brick back enough for back box?

Thanks for the advice, i may get a cheap one for the time being since i wont be using as much as some of you guys, going to get corded one i think from screwfix, will read some reviews to help the choice

 

[Andy78]

This may be a silly question, but can they chase brick? i know they can take away plaster/board, but wondering with the right tool will they take the brick back enough for back box?

Thanks for the advice, i may get a cheap one for the time being since i wont be using as much as some of you guys, going to get corded one i think from screwfix, will read some reviews to help the choice

Maybe possible on soft brick with a carbide blade, but you'll be replacing your tool often and it won't be any quicker than a chisel.

Only use your old knackered blades on plaster though.

 

[Leesparkykent]

You can pick a fein multitool up for about £100.

 

[HappyHippyDad]

This may be a silly question, but can they chase brick? i know they can take away plaster/board, but wondering with the right tool will they take the brick back enough for back box?

Thanks for the advice, i may get a cheap one for the time being since i wont be using as much as some of you guys, going to get corded one i think from screwfix, will read some reviews to help the choice

I used my cordless makita for perhaps a year and thought it was pretty good. I then used the builders corded fein and bought myself one shortly afterwards as it was far more powerful and a joy to use. Rather than having to use an alum key to change the blade it has a quick release lever which is far quicker.

I've never personally used it for brick, but with the right blade (see link) I suppose you could. Carbide End Cut Blade, Saxton Blades

I find the multitool very useful for cutting floorboards when you need to take them up and you want/need a bit more precision than using a circular saw. One tip I would mention is look at the blade tips often as they 'very' soon get blunt and then take ages to cut through anything. Saxton or shark blades are cheaper than fein blades and are generally interchangeable (but do check first).

 

[Barry White]

I have the cheap battery one from Aldi its ok for small jobs but battery life is an issue as only one battery supplied and sods law says it will run out half way through a job. Found the corded ones much better seem to have more power.

 

[sjhall]

I have the 18v Milwaukee version, has quick release blades, excellent bit of kit

 

[Nuvo]

second the fein

 

[amlu]

used to have a cheapo £50 one, survived a year, burned motor after.

now got a makita one. went for it because is 300 watts, compared to 200-250 for all the rest. helps with heavy duty cutting and i sometimes chase walls with diamond blade attached.

had a go on mates dewalt one, really liked the variable speed trigger (helps starting on precise cuts) and tool-less changing of the blade.