If youre like me, you have a lot of tools. And if youre like me, you probably use your Dewalt reciprocating saw a lot. You’ll be glad to know that the blades on these things are a pain. They wear quickly and can be difficult to replace. In this post, Im going to show you how to quickly and easily change the blade on your reciprocating saw. Let’s get started!
Some Important Steps
1. Find a replacement blade and remove it from the packaging
2. Use the locking pliers to secure one of your teeth.
3. While holding down that tooth, use your other hand to rotate the blade counter clockwise until the old blade comes loose (it may take a few seconds)
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for however many teeth your blade had
5. To move all the teeth into their place, rotate the blade clockwise in the housing.
6. Use the locking pliers to tighten up each tooth one by one until they are firm
What type of blade do you need for the project youre working on?
Weve got you covered! We offer a variety of blades of higher quality that will improve your productivity.
Do these blades come in different sizes?
Yes! Our Dewalt Sawzall blades come in 5 different sizes, ranging from 2 to 30 cm long. You can also purchase the appropriate arbors for each size to quickly swap them on your reciprocating saw.
Why buy replacement Jigsaw Blades when could easily make one yourself with a piece of sandpaper?
A new blade is needed when an old one has become bent or worn to the point that it no longer works well. In fact, making your own replacement blades from sandpaper is probably more time-consuming than going out and buying a new one. Also, if you have had a lot of experience working with sandpaper on wood projects, then this might be a good option for you! If youve never used sandpaper before or dont remember how then this isnt the project for you!
What grit size should I use on my Dewalt Sawzall blades?
It is important to understand that sandpaper comes in different degrees of roughness. The gaps between the grains of coarser papers are larger, making them more rough and able to take in more material with each pass. Finer papers have finer grains. They are more consistent and won’t take in as much material during a cut. For these Dewalt Sawzall blades we recommend getting the finest (lowest number) grit possible that will still do the job!
How do you remove an old blade?
Typically, you can remove the old blade by simply pushing down on one of the teeth with a pair of locking pliers and turning the Sawzall blade counter-clockwise. You may not have locking pliers, or another similar tool at your disposal. In this case, you will need to use a tool (a flat-head screwdriver is often sufficient) to remove each tooth while turning the blade. Because this requires individual actions, it is more complicated than using locking pliers.
What is a Sawzall?
A Sawzall is also known as a reciprocating saw. It is an adjustable-length powertool that includes either an electric motor, gasoline engine, or a double-ended hacksaw knife. The saw can reciprocate quickly back and forth so it can cut through materials such as wood and metal.
How to insert the new blade?
Before you attach the new blade to your Dewalt reciprocating, saw, make sure the blade’s teeth are facing inwards. After this is done, all you need to do is insert it into the housing and turn it clockwise until the new blade is locked into place! This may take a little bit of turning and pushing depending on how well your old blades teeth were seated. Once the blade is seated, you simply tighten it up with the locking pliers.
How to take off a Dewalt Sawzall blade?
Turn the Dewalt reciprocatingsaw blade counterclockwise until the old blade comes out of the housing. If that fails, you can insert a flat-head screwdriver into your blade to remove the old blade. This will allow you to pull out each tooth individually.
What tools do I need?
You will need locking pliers, or a tool (such a flat-head screwdriver), to help push the saw blades down while turning the saw.
Although our Dewalt reciprocating knives aren’t as affordable as other blades on the market they were made to fit the Dewalt Sawzall. If you want quality that lasts then this is your best bet! These high-quality replacement blades will save you time and hassle.
Tips to keep your saw running smoothly?
Make sure you clean your saw after every use. It won’t lock if you don’t oil it or use WD-40 to lubricate it once in a while. After cleaning and activating high tooth count blades, make sure to check for chips in your knife’s teeth. If there are any, use a metal file to remove them before they get in the way of your project.
Conclusion
There you have it. Changing the blade on a Dewalt reciprocating saw is not as hard as it may seem. It is easy to change the blade on a Dewalt reciprocating saw. Follow these steps and you will be able do it in no more than a few minutes.
