A Difference between an Oscillating Tangential Knife and a Tangential Knife

At first glance, one might think that these are the same knives, but the oscillating tangential knife and the simple tangential knife have differences. From its name, the oscillating tangential knife provides in addition to the properties inherent to the tangential knife also a vibrating movement, and also combines the property of the tangential knife – lifting the knife from the cutting material, rotating and changing the trajectory of the cutting knife, lowering it back into the material and cutting along a defined path. Oscillating knives are better for thicker, softer materials, whereas tangential knives are ideal for materials that require sharp, precise cuts.