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|machine name=Fein MSxe 636 II
|image=Fein Multimaster.JPG
|synonyms=oscillator, "multitool";<br>DE: Oszillierer, Oszillationssäge,<br>Vibrationssäge, MultiMaster, "Zappler",<br>Oszillationswerkzeug
|type=power tool
|material=[[wood]], [[metal]], [[plastics]]<br>(depending on inserted accessory)
|used with=
|location=[[Location::Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]
|access=[[Oscillating Tool Introduction]]
|tutors=[[Tutor::User:Lukas|Lukas]], [[Tutor::User:NitramLegov|Martin]]
|manual=[https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1093914/Fein-Msxe-636-Ii.html manuals lib]
|donation=
|similar=[[saws]], [[sanders]], [[Rotary Tool|rotary tool]]
}}
An oscillating tool moves its head back and forth at high speeds by a tiny amount, thereby eliminating much of the kickback you might experience with regular electric [[saws]] or [[sanders]]. It is therefore especially nice for delicate workpieces and hard-to-reach places.
An oscillating tool moves its head back and forth at high speeds by a tiny amount, thereby eliminating much of the kickback you might experience with regular electric [[saws]] or [[sanders]]. It is therefore especially nice for delicate workpieces and hard-to-reach places.


== Accessories ==
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A list of accessories can be found at the [https://fein.com/de_de/oszillierer/zubehoer/ Fein shop].
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An oscillating tool is a very flexible tool which can be used for a broad range of tasks and with a broad range of materials.
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In order to achieve this flexibility, a variety of attachments exist, which can quickly be attached to the tool.
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Depending on the attachment and the use-case, different oscillating frequencies are available. According to the manual, they should be selected following this logic:
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* high oscillation frequency: sanding, sawing, rasping; polishing stone and metal
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* low oscillation frequency: polishing varnishes
 
Please note that we do NOT have everything available, you may want to bring the attachment needed for your project:
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=== Sanding Pads ===
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|tool name=Sanding Pads
|image=Oscillating Tool Sander.jpg ‎
|synonyms=DE: Schleifplatten
|type=attachment for the oscillating tool
|access=
|location=oscillating tool's box
|material=
|extrabox=yes
}}
We have several sanding pads that hold compatible triangular sandpaper sheets with a hook-and-loop ''(Klett)'' system. Please bring more sanding sheets when you consume some!
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=== Shop Vac Adapter ===
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|tool name=Shop Vac Adapter
|image=Oscillating Tool Vac Adapter.jpg
|synonyms=DE: Staubsaugeradapter
|type=attachment for the oscillating tool
|access=
|location=oscillating tool's box
|material=
|extrabox=yes
}}
We have an adapter for the [[Shop Vac|shop vac]], which can be used when sanding! Please note that there are different sanding attachments. Please use the shop vac only with the ones with holes. Otherwise, it will not work.
 
[[User:Malte|Malte]] 3D printed an adapter to use this with our Festool shop vac, [https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3392262 here's the design on Thingiverse] in case it should break or go missing.
 
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=== Saw Blades ===
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|tool name=Saw Blades
|image=‎‎Oscillating Tool Saw Fix.jpg
|synonyms=DE: Sägeblätter
|type=attachment for the oscillating tool
|access=
|location=oscillating tool's box
|material=many, [https://fein.com/de_de/oszillierer/zubehoer/saegen/ depending on type of blade]
|extrabox=yes
}}
Saw blades for the oscillating tool come in two basic variants - fixed or exchangeable. The [https://fein.com/de_de/oszillierer/zubehoer/saegen/ Fein shop] only seems to be selling fixed ones, perhaps because they are more stable and will deliver consistent quality?
 
[[File:Oscillating Tool Saw Changeable.jpg|200px|thumb|left|exchangeable saw attachment]]
Exchangeable saw attachments are attachments to the oscillating tool in which the saw blade is replaceable. In case the saw breaks or becomes blunt, the saw blade can easily be replaced and therefore not the whole attachment has to be thrown away.
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[[File:Oscillating Tool Saw Fix.jpg|200px|thumb|left|fixed saw attchment]] ‎
Fixed saw attachments are attachments to the oscillating tool in which the saw blade is fixed and cannot be replaced. In case the saw breaks or becomes blunt, the whole attachment has to be replaced.
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As with "normal" saws, there are different teeth profiles or coatings for various materials.
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==== Carbide Coated Saw Blades ====
[[File:Oscillating Tool Saw Hard Metal.jpg|thumb|left|carbide saw blade]]‎‎
Carbide coated saw blades ''(Hartmetall-Sägeblätter)'' are being used when cutting joints between tiles ''(Fugen)''. They are useful for removing defective tile ground, but can also be used for cutting into plaster or porous concrete ([https://fein.com/en_us/multi-tools/accessories/cutting-filing/carbide-saw-blade-order-no-6-35-02-170-21-0/ according to Fein]).
 
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===Scraper Tools===
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|tool name=Scraper Attachment
|image=Oscillating Tool Scraper.jpg ‎
|synonyms=
|type=attachment for the oscillating tool
|access=
|location=
|material=
|extrabox=yes
}}
}}
Scraper blades can be used "for removal of stubborn paint, adhesive residue, carpet, tile adhesive, and underseal."<sup> [https://fein.com/en_us/accessories/scraping/rigid-scraper-blade-order-no-6-39-03-234-21-0/?back=1&start=product&productId=342759]</sup>


[[Category:Metalworking]]
[[Category:Metalworking]]

Latest revision as of 14:51, 21 October 2022

An oscillating tool moves its head back and forth at high speeds by a tiny amount, thereby eliminating much of the kickback you might experience with regular electric saws or sanders. It is therefore especially nice for delicate workpieces and hard-to-reach places.


Fein MSxe 636 II

MachineInfoBox

Fein MSxe 636 II

Fein Multimaster.JPG
Synonyms: oscillator, oscillating multi-tool (OMT);
DE: Oszillierer, Oszillationssäge,
Vibrationssäge, MultiMaster, "Zappler",
Oszillationswerkzeug
Type: Oscillating Tool
Material: wood, metal, plastics
(depending on inserted accessory)
Location: Saw Station
Access Requirements: Oscillating Tool Introduction
Status: Working
Manual: manuals lib
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Similar (More or Less): saws, sanders, rotary tool




Accessories

An oscillating tool is a very flexible tool which can be used for a broad range of tasks and with a broad range of materials. In order to achieve this flexibility, a variety of attachments exist, which can quickly be attached to the tool. A list of these can be found at the Fein shop.

Depending on the attachment and the use-case, different oscillating frequencies are available. According to the manual, they should be selected following this logic:

  • high oscillation frequency: sanding, sawing, rasping; polishing stone and metal
  • low oscillation frequency: polishing varnishes

Please note that we do NOT have everything available in the tool's box, so you may want to bring the attachment needed for your project:

Sanding Pads

sanding pads

‎‎

We have several sanding pads (Schleifplatten) that hold compatible triangular sandpaper sheets with a hook-and-loop (Klett) system. Please bring more sanding sheets when you consume some!

Shop Vac Adapter

shop vac adapter

‎‎

We have an adapter for the shop vac (Staubsaugeradapter), which should be used when sanding! Please note that there are different sanding attachments. Please use the shop vac only with the ones with holes. Otherwise, it will not work.

Malte 3D printed an adapter to use this with our Festool shop vac, here's the design on Thingiverse in case it should break or go missing.


Saw Blades

Saw blades for the oscillating tool come in two basic variants - fixed or exchangeable. The Fein shop only seems to be selling fixed ones, perhaps because they are more stable and will deliver consistent quality?

exchangeable saw attachment

Exchangeable saw attachments are attachments to the oscillating tool in which the saw blade is replaceable. In case the saw breaks or becomes blunt, the saw blade can easily be replaced and therefore not the whole attachment has to be thrown away.

fixed saw attchment

Fixed saw attachments are attachments to the oscillating tool in which the saw blade is fixed and cannot be replaced. In case the saw breaks or becomes blunt, the whole attachment has to be replaced.

As with "normal" saws, there are different teeth profiles or coatings for various materials. Make sure to choose the appropriate one or you won't have fun for long!

Carbide Coated Saw Blades

carbide saw blade

‎‎

Carbide coated saw blades (Hartmetall-Sägeblätter) are being used when cutting joints between tiles (Fugen). They are useful for removing defective tile ground, but can also be used for cutting into plaster or porous concrete (according to Fein).


Scraper Tools

scraper attachment

‎‎

Scraper blades can be used "for removal of stubborn paint, adhesive residue, carpet, tile adhesive, and underseal." [1]