Questions and Answers for Milwaukee Folding Jab Saw with 6 in. 18 TPI Metal SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw Blade

A:  No. The shank needs to be the kind used in reciprocating saws, and a normal hacksaw blade would be too long to fold into the handle.

A:  The handle accepts 6 inch reciprocating saw blades. (Sawzall)

A:  No. It does accept any blades made for a reciprocating saw though, so plenty of options.

A:  No, just sawzall/reciprocating saw blades.

A:  can use and sawzall blade not the common hacksaw blade

A:  This saw is not made of materials that are designed for use in food applications. The paint on the blade will scrape off into your food. Additionally we have no way of knowing what chemicals were used in the manufacturing process of the blade or the handle that could also be dangerous for human consumption.

A:  I haven't tried to saw through bone with it but I don't think it will be easy to keep the saw clean. I don't know if you want to be using the blades to do that as well. They are not meant to be used for food.

A:  I have not tried this (I'm a vegan LoL), but the biggest drawback I see is that the blades which would fold into the saw may not be long enough. However, you can get longer blades that you could store beside it. Switching blades is fast and easy.

A:  Hi. Don't use this. This folding Jab Saw uses a sawzall blade. All sawzall blades are painted and the paint will peel off into the ribs you are eating, which is toxic. You need to use a kitchen knife made for this purpose. They are not painted.

A:  This tool is not meant for food as it does not have a stainless steel blade and there are no stainless steel blades available for this saw.

A:  Mine came with 1 each Milwaukee #5184, 6 inch 18 TPI Thin Kerf Double Duty Recip. Blade like in picture. You could use most any brand of Recipicating saw blade that is retained in tool like the one in my picture.

A:  This comes with a general purpose blade.

A:  Milwaukee 3/4" x 6" fine-tooth metal cutting blade

A:  It comes with the Double Duty / Thin Kerf / 5186 / 6 inch / 18 tpi / Metal.

A:  6 INCH long. Model 5184 Metal Blade. 18TPI

A:  It can cut though brass tubing but if you want to be sure you can get this blade: 6 in. 20 Teeth per in. Steel Demon Carbide Strip Metal Cutting Reciprocating Blade. You can switch out blades easily and I know the Diablo Steel Demon Carbide blade cut though brass and steel tubing with no issue and left a clean edge. Also the Diablo blade took less time and effort to make the same cut as the blade that came with the Jab Saw.

A:  No, the saw does not cut through brass metal.

A:  Yes. Also: the blades are changeable.

A:  Yes, the saw comes with a Milwaukee 3/4" x 6" fine-tooth metal cutting blade.

A:  This saw takes standard reciprocating saw blades. Get a metal-cutting blade with the highest tooth count you can find (finest teeth). I can't imagine you'll be able to get very accurate, square cuts. If you must use a hand saw, a hacksaw would be better, I'd imagine.

A:  Yes, definitely. Great for that.

A:  Yes, you would be better off with the jab style hacksaw however.

A:  It probably can, but I would use a hacksaw to cut the toilet bolts. I used the saw to cut about 1 1/2 inches formica laminate (against the wall) where I could not get to with my router.

A:  This saw takes standard reciprocating saw blades. Use a high tooth count per inch blade, made for cutting metal, and it will cut those bolts similar to like a hacksaw would.

A:  Yes that is the project I used the Milwaukee jab saw for.

A:  This saw can accept any Sawzall or Hackzall compatible blade. I don't know if there are any blades designed specifically for vinyl flooring, but any of the blades should be able to cut it. You'll probably do best to stay away from the wood cutting blades as those will likely give you a rough cut. However, usually vinyl flooring can be best cut with a simple razor blade, I'd check your manufacturer's recommendation before using a saw for this particular application.

A:  It could but would not be overly productive doing so. You are better off with a razor knife, scoring and breaking.

A:  Yes, the saw comes with a Milwaukee 3/4" x 6" fine-tooth metal cutting blade, but it may leave a "fuzzy" edge, so if you want a clean cut, use the tool and blade recommended by the flooring manufacturer.

A:  This saw takes standard reciprocating saw blades. I've never dealt with the flooring that you are asking about, but would imagine that a blade with a high tooth count per inch - a metal cutting blade - would work.

A:  Not sure about splintering, but that is mostly a blade issue ...and the blades are interchangeable with any sawzall blade. :)

A:  This takes reciprocating saw blades. I've never worked with plexiglass, but if you've cut it with a hacksaw before, a blade with a similar tooth count should give the same results.

A:  yes

A:  This saw is really a handle that can take any Hackzall or Sawzall blade, you should look for a blade that is recommended for cutting plexiglass, there are a lot of options.

A:  Yes, the saw comes with a Milwaukee 3/4" x 6" fine-tooth metal cutting blade, but it may leave a "fuzzy" edge, so if you want a clean cut, I would cover your plastic material with contact paper (shelf & drawer liner) or at least masking tape to protect it from scratches during fabrication & installation and use a router with a single-flute, solid carbide bit. lay the plastic down on a scrap piece of plywood or particle board with the bit extending 1/8" deeper than the plastic so the bit cuts slightly into the plywood base. Clamp a straight-edge down to run the router base against for a straight line cut and keep it moving fast enough into "cool" material so the plastic doesn't melt back together from the heat generated by the router bit.

A:  It should work using the finest tooth blade available

A:  Push the lock lever down on the side, insert blade, release lever - same as on a Sawzall.

A:  Hello dick, At the hilt of the tool there is a square button that causes the blade release tool to engage. Press this button and you will be able to re-insert the blade, release it to lock into place. I hope this helps. Cheers, Chris

A:  Use the black button near the front to replace (or change) blades. A little tricky at first, but once you do it, it is easy and fast.

A:  press the little black button at the top and insert blade, then release button

A:  push the blade lock button in and insert blade. I had to wiggle the blade to get the lock to engage.

A:  I would not use the jab saw. Use a plumber internal saw.(HDX Internal Diameter PVC Pipe Cutter Model # 67516)

A:  If plastic pipe, yes. If not probably would be too tough.

A:  If the flange is PVC it will work. Use an 14 or 18 tooth blade. The blade has enough flex to let you cut flush with the floor.

A:  Yes, this folding jab saw can cut through an old toilet flange in the floor. We advise that you use a a multi-material blade for cutting this material, also known as our Wrecker Blades.

A:  Use a metal blade like this one or one with variable-space teeth for plastic or a diamond grit or a blade with variable-space teeth for cutting cast iron. HOWEVER: this blade is not long enough to be efficient and hand-sawing will take forever... Buy or rent a sawzall and use a longer blade that can flex so that it cuts horizontally while you hold the sawzall at a slight angle (I'd go with 10").

A:  The blade that it comes with has small teeth. You will probably need to buy a different blade for wood.

A:  Yes. Use a wood blade. Works best for small items.

A:  with the right blade it will cut well. It is a jab saw so it is used for cutting holes in walls for outlet boxes etc.

A:  Yes, I've used it to cut wood and it does.

A:  It will, with the appropriate blade, but would be rather labor-intensive. It is primarily for cutting drywall.