Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #63416 in Home Improvement
- Brand: Dremel
- Model: 8300-01
- Dimensions: .0" h x.0" w x.0" l,.0 pounds
Features
- Cordless oscillating tool with Quick Fit accessory change system
- High-performance motor cuts through material up to 1-1/4-inch thick
- Fully compatible with all Dremel oscillating tool accessories and attachments
- Soft start and electric brake for smooth starting and safe stopping. 3,000-21,000 OPM
- 12-volt max lithium-ion battery holds charge up to 2 years with no memory effect
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
68 of 73 people found the following review helpful.
Doesn't Cut It
By Greg
I had used a friends corded multi-max for a project and thought it was great. For Christmas I got the 8300 cordless version. It worked well for a couple of sanding projects, but did not do so well for minor cutting. The battery gage would go from 3 lights, to 2, to all lights flashing and the tool would quit in less than a minute. At first I thought the battery might have been dead, but I had the same problem with the other fully charged battery. The manual claims this happens if the battery gets hot and to let to tool sit for awhile. Tried that, still had problems. I tried charging the battery, let the battery sit to make sure it wasn't hot, and still could only make a few minors cuts (about 2 inches in 1/2 inch pine) before the unit would shut down. The battery never felt hot to the touch and the tool itself felt warm, but not hot.
Needless to say, I took it back. I don't know if I just got a bad tool, some bad batteries, or a bad charger. I'm still trying to decide if I should get another 8300, or if I should go with the less problematic corded version.
50 of 54 people found the following review helpful.
Impressive but Very Few Accessories Included
By P. Scott Pope
After seeing a demonstration of a $19k oscillating saw used in orthopedic surgery, I thought it would be useful to have a saw capable of making plunge cuts for [non-surgical] jobs around the house and in my home shop. Fortunately, Dremel recently introduced this oscillating saw that shares some design elements and the 12v lithium battery with my Dremel 8200 rotary tool. With the ability to cut, sand and scrape, the Dremel 8300 is a very versatile tool that offers both portability and power. I have been extremely satisfied with my purchase.
After being favorably impressed with my Dremel 8200, I was eager to see what other cordless tools made by Dremel that I could use. Like the Dremel 8200 rotary saw, the Dremel 8300 oscillating saw is very solidly constructed - much more rugged than the Dremel 10.8v rotary tool. Also, owning both the 8200 and 8300 gives the owner the benefit of three interchangeable batteries (two from the 8300 oscillating saw) and two chargers.
My initial tests left me impressed with the combination of the power of the Dremel 8300 along with the dexterity it avails the user. In my initial use of the Dremel 8300, I made plunge cuts into soft wood and high density fiberboard without breaking sweat. In both cases, the saw was highly controllable. The plunge cuts produced were orthogonal. By contrast, rotary saws have the ability to make shallow, semispherical plunge cuts that are far less useful. The Dremel 8300 manual suggests the side-to-side excursion of the saw blade is only three (3) degrees. Such a narrow excursion produces cuts that are almost perfectly rectangular.
My sanding tests demonstrated that tool is powerful, while at the same time, allows for great attention to detail. The cylindrical grip combined with a Reuleaux-triangle-shaped sanding pad gives the user precise control over the effective sanding area. It is much easier to use than than even the smallest palm oscillating saw. The triangular adning pad gives the user the ability to sand relatively tight corners. Interestingly, the design of the Dremel 8300 prevents the user's hand from the vibratory discomfort and numbness often experienced with traditional sanders.
The 8300 oscillating saw and 8200 rotary tool are nice pair for any shop. The build quality, ergonomics and versatility are superb. Having used the smaller Dremel 10.8v rotary tools in the past, I can say that both the 8200 and 8300 are in a different class with their ruggedness and power. Once again, Dremel has made a first class product.
Pros
Versatile - cut, sand, scrape with one tool
Batteries interchangeable with other Dremel 12v tools
Nice case included
Rugged construction
Comfort - reduced numbness
Cons
Few accessories included
28 of 33 people found the following review helpful.
Very Shocked
By Big JACK
I bought this tool on Line but not from Amazon,HD.I help Seniors in my neighborhood and single ladies. This is an extention of my work with my church. I bought this for the convenience of no cord. I particulary bought a Dremel because of the company's reputation and previous purchases. I was totally shocked at the performance. I had worked with other guys who had Ridgid, Bosch and Fein. The Ridgid and Bosch quit, after 5 to 7 mimues when ever the batteries or tool became hot from load. Some times in the first cuts in plywood if the use was continuous.
Therefore seeing there frustration and anger,I decided to go with what I thought was upscale to Dremel.Twice and as recently as to day the Dremel would quit as soon as the unit got hot. Change battery same thing. Now I was only cutting soft wood, small cut outs. I let it cool down and it was ok but only until it became hot again. I returned it last night, now reading all the reviews I am shocked at what I read. Looks like I am disappointedly headed for corded, probably Fein at HD $199.
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