You’ve probably ever had to change the blade on your reciprocating saw. It’s not as difficult as you might think. This blog will walk you through how to change a blade on a reciprocating saw. Well also give you some tips on how to make the process easier. Be safe.
1. Start by placing your Saw on a flat surface. Next, move the Blade Clamp Lever. This will release the tension from the upper part of the blade, making it easier to remove. Then move your Saw to an upright position with the Saw base pointing towards yourself.
2. Use your new saw blade to feed the clamp’s lower portion.
3. To secure the blade in place, hold onto the top of the blade. Slide the bottom part upwards. You might need to vary pressure or angle slightly in order to get both sides feeding through at an equal speed.
4. Once the blade is secured, turn the Blade Clamp Lever to tighten its upper clamp. Move your Saw down to its horizontal position and you are ready to start again.
All types of blades
Types of Saw Blades
Carbide-tipped saw blades are the most common type. The tip is made of a strong, hard alloy. Although they can cut through most materials with ease, carbide-tipped saws wear much more quickly than other blades. You can easily tell when your blade needs to be changed. If its no longer sharp, youll see a buildup of material along the cutting edge of your blade. Before you re-insert the blade, make sure to use a saw to remove any burrs and rough edges.
High-speed steel blades are slightly more expensive than carbide-tipped saw blades, but theyll outlast them by a wide margin. HSS blades are easier to sharpen than carbide but won’t give you as precise cuts.
Stainless steel blades are the most affordable type of blade, but you need to work quick because they dull very quickly. Theyre great for cutting through metal pipes or cast iron, but you wont want to use them with wood.
Your saw blade should be replaced every so often. They will eventually become less effective at cutting through material over time. Keep plenty of blades handy so you can swap them out as soon as one is worn out. This will avoid any delays in your projects.
A Few Tips & Tricks
Before inserting your blade into the Saw, you can wet the tip with water or machine oil to make it easier. This will help to lubricate your blade and reduce friction when it is in place.
There is a good chance that your Saw has accumulated a lot of debris after you’ve used it. Make sure you get that all out before inserting a new Blade , or itll cause more problems than youd expect.
Your blades are super sharp so be careful! -If the blade is hard to remove, dont force it. It might be because there was too much pressure built up in your Saw . Allow it to cool down and then try again later.
Make sure you keep all of your Blades organized so that they dont get lost. Having them laid out on a table will make finding the one you need easy. They can also damage your blades and ruin your chances of organizing them. We suggest using a Blade Box.
This will help keep your blades in top condition and make it easy to locate what you need when you are ready to replace them.
Safety Precautions
While the blade is spinning, be careful not to touch it. Its possible for your skin or hair to get caught in the teeth, and that could cause you some major problems!
Keep your blades away from pets and children. Accidents happen when nobody is watching, so feed them a snack and put them down for a nap before doing any type of work with Blades. You should always wear protective gloves as well, just in case something goes wrong.
Do not leave your saw unattended. You must turn the Saw off before you leave, no matter what reason. This can prevent accidents if someone tries using it without knowing how the controls work, leading to an injury or worse.
Dont cut through any materials that are under pressure, or that have harmful chemicals inside. Examples would be pressurized gas, flammable liquids, and toxic substances.
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