Like other oscillating saws, the Dremel Blueprint Project Multi-Tool uses an oscillating, as opposed to rotating (like cordless drills) or reciprocating (like jigsaws), action to perform various cutting, scraping, sanding, and grinding tasks. Unlike them, it’s designed specifically with approachability in mind, coming with a control panel that’s task-focused to make it easier for DIY novices to use.
Instead of simply coming with speed controls, the newest device in Dremel’s Blueprint line comes with an “intuitive application selector” that lets you choose whether you want to cut, sand, grout, or scrape, with the device automatically handling the correct speed settings for each task. According to Dremel, this should help eliminate much of the guesswork for people who are relatively new to oscillating saws, making it a lot more accessible for inexperienced users (you know… the kind who don’t have large tool chests at home).
The Dremel Blueprint Project Multi-Tool takes on the familiar oscillating tool styling, with a form factor that resembles a smaller angle grinder. It’s equipped with a brushless motor that can run at speeds from 7,000 to 21,000 opm, making it suitable for both lighter and more demanding tasks alike. The tool comes with four swappable heads – one for cutting, one for scraping, one for grouting, and one for sanding. According to the outfit, swapping accessory heads can be done without the use of any tools, requiring you to simply loosen the climbing knob to replace a head and tightening it to secure the new head in place.
As we said, it has a unique application selector that lets users choose the function they want to do, with the device automatically setting optimal motor speed for each one. However, if you want more manual speed control, that’s available, too, via a variable trigger switch, so more experienced users can have more granular control comparable to other oscillating multi-tools they’re probably used in the past.
The Dremel Blueprint Project Multi-Tool has a front LED light for directly illuminating whatever you’re working on, ensuring you get a clear view of what the tool is doing at all times. According to Dremel, it has an ergonomic grip that ensures you can work on projects for hours without any strain, while reduced vibrations will enable superior control at all times. It runs on the outfit’s 12V rechargeable batteries, with a built-in gauge, so you always know how much power you still have in the tank.
Want one? The Dremel Blueprint Project Multi-Tool is available now.
