There are several different types of oscillating tool blades. Each type is used for something different. Let us dive into the different types of blades and what they are used for.
1. Cutting
These tools are all oscillating tool blades are designed for shearing and cutting. Generally, these attachment blades are for cutting softer items. This includes rubber, leather, cardboard, carpet, felt, and polystyrene. There are hook blades that are used for harder materials such as chinking rails, gunwales, and cleats.
2. Scraping
These are rigid but can be flexible as well. They are used mainly for removing items. This includes removing undercoat, silicone, carpet, paint, or even tile adhesive. There are wide and straight blades or flexible blades in the shape of a mushroom.
3. Rasping
This type of blades is best for sanding the adhesive from tiles, wood, fillers, and stone. Carbide rasps are available in three shapes: triangular, finger, or round.
4. Sanding
These come in pads and there are two types. The first type is round or triangular. These come in plain or perforated pads. Generally, the pads are four and a half inches around.
5. Polishing
These are in the form of a pad and there are many types of pads available. There are bristle fleece, medium-density, or fleece and felt pads. These attach the pad by hook and latch. They are used for finishing items. Generally used for chrome polishing, stainless steel polishing, and so on.
6. Grout Removal
To remove grout, you will use carbide edged blades. These are used for grout and other soft materials. This could include plaster, porous concrete, or deck sealant. If you need to remove harder materials, you would use diamond-edged blades.
7. Sawing
Sawing blades will be found in a half-circle shape. However, you can find them in different shapes. The shape you will need depends on the job that you are doing. The shape variety is to allow the person working with the tool to be able to complete the job as easy as possible.
What is an Oscillating Tool?
For those of you who are unfamiliar with what an oscillating tool is, we are here to help! Let us define and talk a little about oscillating tools.
Most of the time you will find multi-use oscillating tools. These tools like a grinder but have many diameters. While most oscillating tools are similar in the body, they all differ when it comes to the head. This is where the blade type will change based on the job that you need to be completed. To change the head, you simply use a bolt, however, there are other options available to change the tool. These tools are great for many different jobs. Especially if you have the multi-use oscillating tool. Plus, this can help you save room in your garage with a seven-in-one tool. Whether you need to sand or cut, this tool is very versatile and will help you get any job done.
