Description

Reciprocating Blades

5 Pack

Length: 203mm (8″)

Width: 20mm (3/4″)

TPI: 8/12

Blade thickness: 1.3mm (0.050″)

Material it can cut: Wood / Metal

What this blade is for

These Morse reciprocating saw blades come as a 5 pack: 203mm (8″) long, 20mm wide and a heavy 1.3mm thick, with an 8/12 TPI variable pitch. They are listed for cutting both wood and metal.

The 8/12 pattern is coarser than a 10/14, so it removes material faster in timber and thicker sections while the variable spacing keeps vibration down. That makes it well suited to demolition and renovation, where you may hit nails, screws, bolts or fixings inside the wood. For thin sheet or small tube a finer blade will give a cleaner, smoother cut.

The thicker 1.3mm body is much stiffer than a 0.9mm blade, so it resists bending and wandering when you put weight behind the saw, and the 203mm length gives good reach for stud walls, joists and framing.

How to check this is the right blade

Check the overall length (203mm) and width (20mm) of your old blade, and look closely at the teeth: the spacing varies along the edge between 8 and 12 per inch. A heavier blade also feels noticeably stiffer. See our guides on how blades are measured and which TPI do I need for the principles behind these checks.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose a 1.3mm reciprocating blade?

A 1.3mm blade is stiffer than a 0.9mm one, so it bends and wobbles less in heavy cuts. It is the better choice for demolition work and aggressive cutting.

Is 8/12 TPI suitable for cutting metal?

Yes, it is listed for wood and metal and suits thicker sections and metal fixings in timber. For thin sheet or small pipe, a finer 14 or 18 TPI blade is better.