Reciprocating Saw Blades - Metal Wood and Demolition Trade Packs

Reciprocating Saw Blades - Metal Wood and Demolition Trade Packs

This range of reciprocating saw blades covers the full spread of cutting applications encountered on UK construction sites and in trade use: metal cutting, wood cutting, multi-material cutting, and heavy demolition work. Supplied in trade packs of five, the range includes bi-metal blades for metal and hard materials, HCS carbon steel blades for wood and soft materials, and dedicated demolition blades for mixed-material cutting under heavy site conditions. Every blade in the range fits all major reciprocating saw brands including Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Metabo, and Fein, covering the standard universal shank fitment used across the professional tool market. For site managers and procurement teams ordering reciprocating saw blades across multiple trades, the full range is available from a single source under one parent code.

Why Choose These Reciprocating Saw Blades

• Bi-metal construction on metal cutting variants: the Irwin and Faithfull bi-metal blades combine a flexible alloy steel body with a hardened HSS or M42 cobalt tooth edge, giving the blade body the flexibility to resist breakage whilst the tooth tips maintain cutting aggression on hard metals including stainless steel and pipe.

• M42 cobalt content on Faithfull bi-metal variants: the Faithfull S922BF blades contain eight percent cobalt M42 in the tooth edge, which gives superior performance on hard-to-cut materials including thick sheet metal and solid pipe and profile sections.

• HCS carbon steel on wood cutting variants: the Faithfull wood cutting blades use HCS carbon steel, which is optimised for hardness and cutting resistance on wood and soft materials where the flexibility of bi-metal is not required.

• Application labelling on every blade: every blade in the range carries application labelling identifying the correct material and thickness range, which reduces misidentification errors on site where multiple blade types are in use simultaneously.

• TPI selection across the full range: from 6 TPI for fast, aggressive cuts in thick wood and demolition material through to 24 TPI for clean cuts in thin sheet metal, the range covers every cutting speed and finish requirement without needing to source from multiple suppliers.

• Universal shank fitment: all blades in the range use the standard universal shank that fits every major reciprocating saw brand sold in the UK, eliminating compatibility issues when blades are shared across tools on a mixed-brand site.

• Trade packs of five: supplied in packs of five rather than individual blades, suited to the consumption rate of professional trades on site where blade changes are frequent and single-blade purchasing creates unnecessary reordering overhead.

What's Included

• Five reciprocating saw blades per pack in the selected variant

 Specifications

VARIANT SPECIFICATIONS

Compatibility

Who Is This For?

This reciprocating saw blade range is aimed at electricians, plumbers, heating engineers, construction trades, demolition contractors, and maintenance engineers who use reciprocating saws across a range of materials on site. It suits the plumber cutting through pipe and timber in tight access conditions, the electrician cutting metal trunking and conduit, the demolition contractor cutting through mixed wood and metal in structural strip-out work, and the joiner cutting timber and board materials where a reciprocating saw is more practical than a circular saw.

Typical Applications

• Cutting steel pipe, conduit, and tube during plumbing, heating, and electrical installations

• Cutting sheet metal and thin steel sections during fabrication and site adaptation work

• Cutting stainless steel components and pipework on food grade and commercial installations

• Cutting timber joists, studwork, and boards during construction, refurbishment, and demolition

• Mixed material cutting through timber containing nails and fixings during strip-out and demolition

• Cutting plastic pipe, trunking, and conduit during mechanical and electrical installations

• Pruning and cutting green wood on external and landscaping projects

How to Use

1. Select the correct blade variant for the material and thickness using the guide below.

2. Fit the blade into the reciprocating saw's blade clamp, confirm it is fully seated and locked before operating.

3. Allow the saw to reach full speed before making contact with the workpiece.

4. Apply steady forward pressure. Do not force the blade. Let the tooth geometry do the work.

5. For metal cutting, use a slower stroke rate and apply light cutting lubricant on thick sections.

6. For wood cutting, use a faster stroke rate and keep the blade moving to prevent binding.

7. Inspect the blade after each use and replace when teeth show visible wear or damage.

Safety

• Eye protection to EN 166 is mandatory for all reciprocating saw operations.

• Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting to prevent movement on breakthrough.

• Always locate concealed services before cutting through walls, floors, or ceilings.

• Wear cut-resistant gloves to EN 388 when handling and changing blades.

• Never exceed the material thickness rating for the selected blade variant.

Maintenance

• Inspect blades before each use for cracked, chipped, or missing teeth.

• Replace blades when cutting performance deteriorates rather than forcing a worn blade.

• Store blades flat in a dry environment to prevent corrosion of the tooth edge.

• Clean metal swarf and resin from blades after use before storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I choose the right TPI for my application?

 A: Lower TPI gives faster, more aggressive cuts on thick or soft materials. Higher TPI gives cleaner, slower cuts on thin or hard materials. Use 6 TPI for thick wood and demolition, 14 TPI for thick metal and pipe, 18 TPI for general metal cutting, and 24 TPI for thin sheet metal and tube.

Q: What is the difference between bi-metal and HCS blades?

 A: Bi-metal blades combine a flexible alloy steel body with a hardened HSS tooth edge, giving durability on hard materials including metal and stainless steel. HCS carbon steel blades are optimised for wood and soft materials where flexibility is less critical and cutting speed matters more.

Q: What does M42 cobalt mean on the Faithfull bi-metal blades?

 A: M42 is a high speed steel grade containing eight percent cobalt, which gives significantly greater hardness and heat resistance than standard HSS. On hard-to-cut materials including thick sheet metal and solid pipe sections, M42 cobalt tooth tips maintain their cutting edge longer than standard bi-metal blades.

Q: Will these blades fit my reciprocating saw?

 A: All blades in this range use the standard universal shank fitment compatible with all major reciprocating saw brands sold in the UK including Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Metabo, Fein, AEG, Hitachi, and Ryobi.

Q: Can I use a metal cutting blade on wood?

 A: Technically yes, but a metal cutting blade on wood cuts slowly and produces excessive blade wear. Always use the correct blade for the material. Using the wrong blade increases blade consumption and reduces cut quality.

Q: Which blade should I use for demolition work with nails and mixed materials?

 A: Use the RECIP966R Irwin demolition blade, which is specifically designed for heavy duty mixed material cutting including wood with embedded nails and fixings. Standard wood or metal blades are not designed for demolition loads and will fail rapidly on mixed material contact.

Q: How thick a material can these blades cut?

A: Metal cutting variants suit materials from 1.5mm to 10mm depending on TPI. The Faithfull bi-metal variant suits thick sheet metal from 3mm to 8mm and solid pipe from 10mm to 100mm. Wood cutting and demolition variants suit materials from 3.2mm and above with no practical upper limit on the 300mm blades in timber.

Q: Why should I order from CMT Group?

 A: CMT Group has supplied UK construction sites since 2010 with next working day delivery, a FORS Silver accredited fleet covering 90% of the UK mainland, and the EDGE portal for agreed contract pricing and live delivery tracking across the full tool consumable range.