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Jig Saw Blade Selection — Quick Reference
Jig saw blades are reciprocating cutting blades for jig saws — curved + scrolled + plunge cuts in timber + sheet metal + plastics + laminates + composite. Blade selection = SINGLE BIGGEST FACTOR in cut quality. Wrong TPI + tooth profile = splintered + slow + burnt cuts.
| Blade Type | TPI | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Blade (Wood) | 6-10 TPI | Standard timber + plywood + framing — workshop default |
| Fine-Cut Timber (Splinter-Free) | 8-12 TPI | Cabinetry + visible-edge timber + laminate |
| Down-Cut Timber Blade | 10-12 TPI | Top-side splinter-free cut (cuts on downstroke) |
| Metal Cutting (Bi-Metal) | 14-32 TPI | Thin sheet metal + tube + light steel |
| Tungsten Carbide Grit Blade | Continuous | Tile + ceramic + cement board |
| Scroll-Cut Blade (Narrow) | 10-20 TPI | Tight curves + scrollwork + intricate cuts |
| Plunge-Cut Blade (Reverse Tooth) | Various | Plunge cuts in centre of panel — no pilot hole |
| Plastic Cutting Blade | 10-12 TPI | Acrylic + PVC + composite — clean edge |
| Long Blade (Deep Cut) | Per type | Thick stock — over 38mm |
Critical TPI rule: Always have at least 3 teeth in contact with workpiece at any time. Too few teeth = catastrophic blade damage; too many = chip clogging + burn. Match BLADE SHANK to saw — most modern jig saws use T-shank (universal-fit). Companion: abrasives, cordless power tools, hacksaw blades, hacksaw blade guide.
Jig Saw Blades for Timber, Metal & Composite Cutting
Jig saw blades are reciprocating cutting blades that pair with a standard jig saw to make curved, scrolled and plunge cuts in timber, sheet metal, plastics, laminates and composite materials. Blade selection is the single biggest factor in cut quality — the wrong TPI (teeth per inch) or tooth profile produces splintered edges, slow cuts, burnt material or blade breakage.
TPI selection — by material
Tooth count per inch (TPI) controls how the blade cuts:
- 6–10 TPI: Fast cutting in timber, plywood and softwoods. Coarse finish, faster cuts.
- 10–14 TPI: General-purpose timber, hardwood, MDF and laminates. Balanced cut speed and finish.
- 14–20 TPI: Fine timber, sheet plastics, thin metal. Smoother cut, slower feed.
- 20–30 TPI: Sheet metal, stainless steel, thin-wall tube. Fine cutting only.
The general rule: at least 3 teeth should engage the material at all times. Too few teeth grab and chatter; too many teeth clog and overheat.
Tooth profile — by application
Standard ground teeth give clean straight cuts in timber. Reverse-tooth blades reduce splintering on the top face — ideal for laminate, veneer and finished surfaces. Carbide-grit blades (no traditional teeth) cut abrasive materials like fibre cement, hardboard and ceramic. TCT (tungsten carbide tipped) blades handle stainless steel and harder alloys where bi-metal blades wear quickly.
Shank compatibility
The vast majority of modern jig saws use T-shank (Bosch-style) blades — universal across the major brands. Older saws may use U-shank (universal shank) blades — check the saw before ordering. AIMS stocks both shank types where the material range demands it.
For straight cuts — use a different blade
Jig saws are designed for curved and scrolled cuts. For long straight cuts, a circular saw with the right circular saw blade will give a faster, straighter, cleaner cut. For metal-only cutting at small volumes, a hacksaw is often more practical — see the Hacksaw Blade Guide for material selection and TPI choice.
Sutton — the standard AU brand
AIMS stocks the full Sutton Tools jig saw blade range — Australia's local cutting-tool brand with a comprehensive jig saw blade lineup across timber, metal, stainless, aluminium and TCT specifications. Browse the range above or contact our team for help matching the right TPI and profile to your saw and material.
People Also Ask — Jig Saw Blades
Q: Why does a reverse-tooth jig saw blade leave a cleaner top face on laminate or veneer?
It cuts on the downstroke instead of the upstroke, which keeps the cutting action moving into the finished face rather than tearing up out of it — the reason it reduces splintering on laminate, veneer, and other finished surfaces.
Q: Why would a carbide-grit jig saw blade be used instead of a toothed blade?
Carbide-grit blades have no traditional teeth and are built to cut abrasive materials like fibre cement, hardboard, and ceramic — materials that would rapidly dull or chip a conventional toothed blade.
Q: What's the difference between T-shank and U-shank jig saw blades, and which is more common?
T-shank (Bosch-style) is the shank the vast majority of modern jig saws use, and it's universal across major brands. U-shank is found on older saws — worth checking the saw before ordering, since the two aren't interchangeable.
Q: Why would a circular saw be a better choice than a jig saw for a long straight cut?
Jig saws are built for curved and scrolled cuts, not long straight runs. A circular saw with the right blade gives a faster, straighter, and cleaner cut for straight-line work, where a jig saw blade can wander over a long distance.
Q: How does a plunge-cut jig saw blade let you start a cut without a pilot hole?
Plunge-cut blades use a reverse-tooth geometry that lets the blade be driven straight down into the centre of a panel, cutting its own entry point rather than needing a pre-drilled starting hole the way a standard blade would.