Jig Saw Blade Choice Made Easy
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Jigsaw blades come in two main types: U-shanks or T-shanks called SDS. The T-shape jigsaw blade doesn’t need a tool to fasten it to the jigsaw. The U-shaped blade is used in older models. Most new jigsaws can use either jigsaw blade type. Some jigsaws may have different fittings - Makita has dedicated fittings.
According to its brand and its type, your jigsaw has a quick fixing system allowing compatible blades. On most electric machines, the blades usually attach without tools. Some older models require a set screw to be tightened.
Jigsaw blades vary in shape, denture, length and material for cutting hard or soft wood, soft metals like aluminum, steel HSS, bimetal, plastic or ceramic tile.
When cutting wood, choose a 6-10 tpi blade because the wider low areas between teeth (gullets) help clear sawdust.
Cutting metal or plastic sheets requires a higher tooth count and slower cut speed.
A 6-tpi blade will cut faster and moves straighter through thick material, but can create more chip-outs than a 10-tpi blade.
The blade cutting teeth are stated as teeth per inch (tpi). The teeth are different - heavy, medium, fine or angled, straight. The teeth are usually sharpened in a triangle facing upwards.
Jigsaw blades can be made of hard steel, a bi metal, or coated like tungsten, carbide powder.
Cut material with the good side down. Because the jigsaw cuts on the up-stroke, chipping occurs on the upper-facing surface of the material.
Also, there are specialty toothed blades that cut downward, or for cutting curves and circles.
If the work consists of unique material, then a special blade is available. You'll recognize it right away thanks to its narrow form and forward facing teeth.
Fine-toothed blades are for the hardest metals. When using the finest toothing, cut at a low speed with cutting oil, otherwise the blade can carbonized from the heat.
Jigsaw blades are made to cut for ceramic and glass. These can be toothless and use water or oil to cool.
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Man,...now this guy really knows how to teach. And he knows how to make a video. Dang, I think I learned more in that 6 minute video about jigsaws and blades, than I've picked up in the last two years. Thank you.
Thank you so much. I am a senior woman and didn't know which blade to use or how to get it into the jigsaw. Just wanted to cut a piece of wood. I am so happy I found you. You gave quick, thorough instructions and I was able to put that to use immediately. I learned so much from you in a short amount of time. You are a lifesaver, thanks again! Subscribed.
Thank you Sir 🎉
Thank You so much. I really like the way you teach things. You are Very easy to follow and understand how and why you should use a certain blade for different materials. Just exactly what I needed. 😎
Great video. Thank you!
I like to use glasses when jigsawing aluminum as one of those little chips usually end up in my eye.
@MrHardware1
Жыл бұрын
Same here, only they get there more as I get older, lol
Really helpful, thank you.
Hey! Awesome video! Keep it up!
Lots of useful info!
Many thanks 🙏
Thank you sir..
Я бы добавил к данной конструкции пару укосин типа кронштейн, чтобы скамья нешаталась в бок.
What can you do with broken jigsaw blades
Appreciate
Can you do a video of the merits of clamping a job down while using a jig saw as it’s always over looked.
Thanks Mr. Hardware, but one comment, you need to protect your eyes. ❤
What tpi would be good to cut bamboo? Due to it being round, I can't cut with the good side down and want to avoid chipping it. Would it help to wrap it tightly with masking tape ?
@MrHardware1
2 жыл бұрын
They make a super sharp 10 to 14 tooth per inch blade that’s made for fine finish cuts. The tape won’t hurt.
Good tips…. Don’t forget your safety glasses…
Hey, great content! I'm experiencing an issue that hasn't been covered on KZread, I've I've looking. Can you help? Within 3 cuts on my new but cheap jigsaw, it jammed on the material. It just grabs the material now and rattles or shakes it, instead of cutting, even when clamped on both sides I noticed my new blade that came with the cheap drill got burned somehow and I'm only cutting a thick piece of cardboard, the kind that is used in the backs of Dressers and bottom of dresser drawers. I put in a new carbon steel blade after and still have the same problem. I'm not sure why I can't get this thing to cut now.
@MrHardware1
3 жыл бұрын
A jigsaw wants to jump up and down, that is what happens when it is pushed into a material. My first recommendation is to push down hard on the saw but not feed it into the material much at all. As you ‘very slowly’ flush the saw into the board you will learn the speed you can go without ‘jumping’, then slowly speed up. Your other choice is to use a finer tooth blade. It’s less aggressive so less ‘jumping’ and slower feed rate.
@bramabull111
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrHardware1 thanks, I used a finer blade and it helped definitely. I think onto of that I need to learn how to clamp properly as a jigsaw beginner. I think my clamp positions and leaving too much material out are making the material flap.
@Dutcharmytent
Жыл бұрын
It’s all about clamping with jig saws, I keep saying.
I have an older B&D jig saw that keeps throwing metal cutting saw blades It does great with wood cutting blades . I have figured out itl has to do with the tickness of the blades wood blades are much thicker than meatl cutting blades. metal blades are about 5 mm while wood blades are about 15mm thick. What brand metal cutting blade is thicker??? the blade chuck is ok not worn.
@FourDollaRacing
Жыл бұрын
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Great video..but maybe you should be wearing protective goggles.?? They’re cheap..$1.00 at Dollar Tree..
Wonder if you can help?! I am looking for saw blades for a Black & Decker DN35 Multi Purpose Saw .... Cheers Geoff
@MrHardware1
Жыл бұрын
It looks to me that it takes a standard, common, 1/4” straight shank blade.
@geoffcox75
Жыл бұрын
@@MrHardware1 Thanks for your reply. Do u have any idea what the end that goes into the DN35 looks like? Will it have a circular hole near the end?
@MrHardware1
Жыл бұрын
@@geoffcox75 it can be anything if it fits in the shaft on the saw. One hole, 2 holes, even a half hole in the end, they are the most common around.
@geoffcox75
Жыл бұрын
@@MrHardware1 OK! Thanks!
i had to drive to 3 different stores today to get jigsaw blades because i have the older u shaped design. i brought the old blade with me and only the local ace hardware store had what i needed at an outrageous price with tooth types im not totally happy about. i have no idea if the newer style blades will fit in my particular model, "SKIL" but i guess i will have to write down the model number, call the manufacturer, and wait on hold for 30 minutes, or send them an email and wait 5 days for a reply to figure out if the newer style blades will fit, the guy at home depot said they wont. IT MAKES NO SENSE WHY THEY HAD TO REDESIGN THE BLADE.
@MrHardware1
2 жыл бұрын
If the blade is about 1/4” wide forget about the ‘u’. A set screw retains the blade. Send a pic to blair@mrhardware.com so I can see the ‘u’. We may have them at Gilbert’s Hardware.
Great video demonstrating different blades impact on different materials. Unfortunately, there are stupid people in this world. Please delete the offensive comments.