How to find the right Reciprocating Saw Accessories AI guide
Written by an AI model from its trained knowledge.
What the AI looks for in Reciprocating Saw Accessories
- Shank
- The standard 1/2-inch universal tang fits nearly all reciprocating saws. Compatibility is rarely an issue, so judge blades by material and length.
- TPI by material
- Use about 5 to 6 TPI for clean wood or pruning. Use about 8 to 10 TPI for nail-embedded wood or demolition. Use about 14 to 24 TPI for metal, with finer teeth for thinner metal. Too coarse a blade snags thin metal, and too fine a blade clogs in wood.
- Blade material
- Bi-metal blades are the baseline. Carbide-tipped blades are worth it for heavy demolition, cast iron or hard metals. Carbon-steel blades dull and snap quickly in mixed materials.
- Blade length
- Blade length should exceed the material thickness or pipe diameter plus the saw's stroke length. A short blade can let the shoe tip slam into the work.
Brands that matter
- Diablo: Popular demolition and metal blades, including carbide types.
- Milwaukee: Sawzall blade lines for demolition, wood and metal.
- Lenox: Long-established bi-metal blade maker.
- Bosch: Wide range of blades for specific materials.
What to avoid
- Carbon-steel blades for metal or nail-embedded wood
- Blades shorter than the material plus stroke