splintering <\/a>and even damage the whole project.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nNow, this is something you don\u2019t want! So, let\u2019s get on and see the things you must think about before buying a new blade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type of shank <\/h3>\n\n\n\n The shank of the blade is an essential part of choosing a blade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The shank of the blade fits into the jigsaw\u2019s clamp and determines if you can change your blade.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You get two types of blades, a U-shank and a T-shank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The T-shank style is the most popular and widely used of the two, and many jigsaws that have U-shank blades also accept T-shank blades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0The T-shank blades came around because they give you a faster blade-changing system and newer jigsaws come with this style now.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to check your jigsaw to see what style it has, look at it from the front. The teeth of the blade should be facing toward you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now look at the top of the blade, where you would see some point that secures the blade to the jigsaw. A screw is the U-shank, and the clamp is T-shank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n (jigsaw blades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Choose the right number of teeth.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n You have to get the right teeth per inch (TPI) for the thickness of the material you want to cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0If you do not have the right TPI, your blade will get dull quickly, and your wood piece will be ruined. And we don\u2019t want that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Choosing the right TPI is arguably the most important thing to consider when buying a blade for your jigsaw.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, when you want to cut wood, you should go for a 6 to 10-TPI blade. The wider gullets (spaces between the teeth) help to clear the sawdust, and cuts your wood perfectly, just how you want it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Different materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Jigsaw blades are made of different types of materials. This is so it can cut through different things, such as wood, metal, and steel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some blade materials may not handle the durability of wood, while others are best suited for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The best blade material is high-carbon steel blades because they are flexible and softer than other materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They cut through the wood easily and can usually be used on the fast setting on the jigsaw. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, since they are so flexible, it is prone to breaking and getting dull. Luckily, you can buy the blades in bulk since they are cheap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then you can also consider bi-metal <\/a>blades. These blades are pretty cool, made from carbon steel<\/a>, but the teeth are made from high-speed steel.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nThis awesome combination allows you to benefit from durability and flexibility. If you want to cut hardwoods, bi-metal blades should be your choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have a stubborn piece of wood that isn\u2019t budging, you can also get a high-speed steel blade.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This blade is hard but not flexible, making it perfect for harder types of wood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n(measuring wood to cut)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The direction of cut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n The direction of the cut just depends on what you want to cut. When you want to cut wood, the blades are usually designed so the teeth cut on the upstroke.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to cut a delicate piece of wood and ensure you have no chipping, you should get a downstroke-cutting blade.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also just put masking tape<\/a> on the cutting line path before you draw on the pattern line and cut as normal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nRemember, you have to have a sharp blade, and do not force the blade through the wood because you will damage it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n(a man using a jigsaw)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n With this information in the article, you can get the best jigsaw blade for smooth wood cutting.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Always read the labels and ensure the blade is compatible with your jigsaw so you don\u2019t waste money!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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