Reciprocating Saw Blades
Reciprocating saw blades are built for aggressive, straight-through cutting in wood, metal, plastic, and demolition materials. From plunge starts to flush cuts, these blades pair with cordless or mains saws to tackle heavy-duty site jobs and removals.
What Are Recip Blades Used For?
These blades excel in tough, fast-cutting jobs where accuracy takes second place to brute force:
- Demolition & Stripping – Cut through nailed timber, pipes, plasterboard, and fixings
- Metal Cutting – Chop through conduit, threaded rod, pipe, and steel sheeting
- Wood Pruning – Ideal for cutting timber, fence posts, sleepers and green wood
- Flush Cuts – Cut close to surface where circular saws can’t reach
Used By:
- Demolition teams and strip-out contractors
- Plumbers, sparkies and site maintenance crews
- Landscapers and fencing installers
Choosing the Right Blade
Tooth pitch, length and blade material affect cut speed and control:
1. Material Type
Bi-metal blades handle mixed materials. Carbide-tipped blades are best for metal and demolition. HCS blades for clean woodcuts.
2. Teeth Per Inch (TPI)
4–8 TPI for wood. 10–14 TPI for metal. Mixed material blades use variable TPI for versatility.
3. Blade Length
Short blades for control. Long blades (200mm–300mm) for deep cuts or reaching behind pipework.
Top Recip Blade Brands
Trusted across demolition, M&E and landscaping crews:
1. Bosch
Saber and demolition blades built for long life and rapid plunge cutting.
2. Milwaukee & DeWalt
Heavy-duty carbide blades with fast cutting profiles and anti-vibration tech.
Reciprocating Saw Blade FAQs
Can I cut wood and nails with the same blade?
Yes — use a bi-metal blade or variable TPI demolition blade. These handle both clean wood and embedded fixings.
What’s the best blade for pruning trees?
Use coarse-toothed wood blades (4–6 TPI) with a long length for reach and fast, clean cuts through green wood or roots.
Do these blades fit all recip saws?
Yes — most use a universal shank system compatible with all major brands including Bosch, DeWalt, Makita and Milwaukee.
What length should I choose?
Use shorter blades for accuracy, longer blades (200mm–300mm) for deeper or harder-to-reach cuts behind studs or pipework.
