Jig Saw Blades

The Jig Saw and Jig Saw Blades

A small hand held power tool, the jig saw uses narrow blades to enable it to make curved cuts.  Jig saws are available in corded and cordless options and can be found in all major brands.  Jig saw blades are also available in all major brands as well as some more generic brands.

Before purchasing jig saw blades, check your jig saw and read the owner’s manual.  Jig saw blades are available in several different shanks.  Purchasing the wrong style blade can cause damage to the jig saw, the material, or the user.

Materials

Before purchasing jig saw blades, do your homework.  You are going to need to know what material you will be cutting, the types of cuts you will be making and the finish you will be looking for as an end result.

The material you are cutting will decided what material and finish your jig saw blades should have.  The thickness and density will affect the size and the number of teeth per inch on the blade.  If you are going to attempt to bevel the cut or make a straight cut, there are special blades that can help make these cuts easier.

Some jig saws have a variable speed option.  If your saw is equipped with this, become familiar with how different blade speeds can affect the cutting of your particular project.  For a smoother finish to your cut, less splintering, you can find blades specifically for this outcome.  The more teeth per inch of blade the smoother your end result will be.  But be sure to check the specifications of your blade, just because you want a nicer finish, does not guarantee that it can happen.  Not all blades are created equal, some stock requires a coarser blade, that is just a fact.

Because jig saw blades are so small and narrow, bending and breaking is a common occurrence.  Never force the saw into the cut, let the blade do the work.  If you feel like it is not cutting as it should, check your jig saw blades and make sure they are not dull.  A dull blade can be a safety issue.  Just in case a blade should break, be sure to always wear safety goggles when operating a jig saw.  They could make all the difference, in just the blink of an eye.

Locations

Finding jig saw blades is quite simple.  They are available at home improvement centers, lumberyards, and online.  If you are looking for a blade for a special material, check when you purchase the material, they should be able to lead you in the right direction.

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