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title: Choosing the Right Reciprocating Saw Blade
description: When searching for the right reciprocating saw blades for your shop, the key question is what materials or applications you routinely use them for.
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# [Choosing the Right Reciprocating Saw Blade](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/saw-blades)

 Written by [Kimball Midwest](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/author/kimball-midwest) | September 19, 2024

When searching for the right reciprocating saw blades for your shop, the key question is what materials or applications you routinely use them for.

 

Kimball Midwest offers top-of-the-line reciprocating saw blades.

 

[Cryo-Gen Cobalt-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832140) blades feature an enhanced tooth design and an extended heat-treating process that yields a dramatically faster, longer lasting cutting blade. The 90-hour cryogenic treatment process yields enhanced durability for demanding applications, and 8% cobalt cutting teeth provide increased resistance to heat and wear.

 

Here are some of the most common applications and the best reciprocating saw blades for each:

 

**Wood or Wood with Nails**

 

When cutting into wood, with or without nails, general purpose blades are called for. Thicker ones, like [Demolition-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832828), will last longer, while the [Cobalt-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832140) line has the most options for size and tooth count.

 

**Pipe or Tubing**

 

[Cobalt-Maxx™ Arc](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/833167) blades have a curved design perfect for cutting on curved surfaces like pipe or tubing. They’ll get the job done faster on curved surfaces than a standard blade.

 

The unique arc design helps increase the tooth angle without decreasing tooth size, lowering cutting temperatures. The arc also helps eliminate tooth drag on the backstroke, keeping the teeth sharp longer.

 

**Non-Ferrous Metals, Plastics and Composites**

 

[Cryo-Gen Cobalt-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832140) and [Demolition-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832828) provide long life and fast, smooth cutting when working with non-ferrous metals, plastics and composites.

 

**Thin or Medium Metal**

 

[Cryo-Gen Cobalt-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832140) and [Demolition-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832828) also provide long life and fast, smooth cutting in thin and medium metals.

 

**Thick Metal, Stainless Steel or Cast Iron**

 

[Carbide-tipped blades](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/8731721) are ideal when working on thick metal, stainless steel or cast iron. They offer long life and durability while cutting through these difficult materials.

 

**Demolition or Fire/Rescue**

 

[Cryo-Gen Cobalt-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832140) and [Demolition-Maxx™](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/832828) again shine in demolition and fire/rescue applications, offering long life and smoot cuts. Demolition-Maxx™ particularly will resist bending when cutting at extreme angles or in difficult situations.

 

Finally, if you’re looking for air saw blades, consider our [Cobalt-Maxx™ air saw](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/831252) blades in 3” and 4” lengths. They’re ideal for fast cutting in high-speed pneumatic air saw applications.

 

If you’re looking for [jig saw blades](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/SearchContent?srch=jig%20saw%20blades&st=searchFromLink), we have several available for cutting metal, wood, plastics and more.

 

No matter how your shop uses reciprocating saw blades, getting the right ones for your application is key. Check in with your Kimball Midwest sales representative today for assistance. If you don’t have one, we’d love to help you

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