Dremel 8300-01 12-Volt Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit

by Dremel

• 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

Product Description

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Repair, remodel, and restore with the compact Dremel 8300-01 Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit. Featuring quick side-to-side motion, the Multi-Max gives you the ability to take on a variety of projects, from cutting to sanding. Cordless for your convenience, this tool features a soft start and electronic brake to provide you with smooth movements and safe stops. The lithium-ion battery powers up within one hour, so it's ready when you need it. The Dremel Multi-Max Kit includes two types of blades, two types of sanding pads, and a handy storage case for the whole kit.

Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit At a Glance: Cordless for optimum user convenience Designed with comfortable ergonomic grip Multiple accessories offer more project options Features 3 degrees of oscillation to fit in hard-to-reach spots Backed by two-year warranty

Multiple oscillating speeds and accessories let you take on a variety of sanding and cutting projects. View larger.

Supreme Performance and Versatility
Featuring a powerful 1.5 amp motor, the Dremel Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit offers various oscillating speeds and accessories for you to choose from. With this kit you'll get a wood flush cut blade, a wood and drywall saw blade, a hook and loop pad, and three sizes of grit paper. The electric on/off switch provides you with complete power control, while the soft-start ensures you begin each cut and sand movement smoothly. For an added convenience, the Quick Fit Accessory Changer lets you alternate between the cutting and sanding attachments in moments.

Oscillating Angles Get Tool into Tight Spots
In order to get those hard-to-reach places, the Dremel Multi-Max offers an oscillation angle of up to three degrees to the left or right. Whether you're using the blade to cut through metal piping, or gently sanding wooden furnishings, you'll be able to fit the tool exactly where you need it.

Compact Build with Comfortable Design
Thanks to its compact build, the Dremel Multi-Max tool allows you to easily take projects into your own hands. An ergonomic grip underneath the body not only helps maintain a solid hold on the tool, but also gives you more control over your movements. As an added bonus, the grip also allows your hand to feel comfortable as it holds and uses the tool.

Lithium-Ion Battery Offers Long-Lasting, Cordless Power
Needing only the included lithium-ion battery, this tool does without a cord so you can do without having to find an outlet. This battery can hold onto its power for up to two years between charges. Thanks to its no-memory effect, you can charge this tool anytime you feel the need. Simply pop it onto the charging dock and your Dremel cordless tool will be back to full strength within an hour.

The Dremel Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit comes with a manufacturer's limited two-year warranty.

What's in the Box

1. Dremel Multi-Max tool
2. Two 12-volt max lithium-ion batteries and one-hour charger for minimal downtime
3. MM440 3/4-inch wood flush cut blade
4. MM450 3-inch wood and drywall saw blade
5. MM11 hook-and-loop pad
6. MM70W 60, 120, and 240 grit paper--wood
7. Storage case
8. Getting Started booklet

From the Manufacturer

The Dremel Multi-Max Oscillating Tool offers do-it-yourselfers and pros a versatile and effective multitasking tool. With fast side-to-side motion, the Multi-Max can take on a variety of projects that involve repair, remodeling, or restoration.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

65 of 69 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't Cut It March 14, 2011

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.

46 of 50 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive but Very Few Accessories Included October 17, 2010

By P. Scott Pope TOP 500 REVIEWER

Amazon Verified Purchase

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

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Perform Well Under Heavy Use November 7, 2010

By rca

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have used this product extensively to remove loose paint from wood siding using the flexible scraper. The Multi-Max has performed well. One of the conditions that I was concerned with is that the batteries would rapidly run down and the tool would overheat. I am happy to report that the battery charge lasted over an hour with near continual use and even after replacing the battery with another freshly charged battery and running the tool until the second battery was discharged the tool did not overheat.
The one thing that would have helped on the particular job I was doing would be to have a flexible scraper with a carbide edge since it would last much longer before getting dull.