Product Description
CMT JS1617K-5 Reciprocating Saw Blades for Wood (HCS) - 12" x 3 TPI - 5-Piece Pack are purpose-built sabre saw blades engineered for aggressive, coarse cutting through large-dimension nail-free lumber and pruning green wood up to 10 inches thick. Crafted from High-Carbon Steel (HCS), these 12-inch reciprocating blades deliver fast, efficient cuts with a wide 8.5mm tooth pitch that clears chips quickly and reduces binding in demanding applications. Whether you are tackling rough framing stock, demolition lumber, or overgrown limbs, this 5-piece set keeps you working without interruption.
Key Features
- High-Carbon Steel (HCS) Construction - provides the toughness and flexibility needed for fast, aggressive cuts through coarse wood without blade fatigue or premature breakage.
- 12-Inch Total Blade Length with 11-Inch Cutting Length - offers generous reach into thick stock, allowing cuts through material up to 10 inches in thickness where shorter blades would fall short.
- 3 TPI Coarse Tooth Configuration - wide tooth spacing (8.5mm pitch) accelerates material removal and clears sawdust efficiently, making these blades ideal for rough cuts in green wood and dimensional lumber.
- 0.049-Inch Blade Thickness - a precisely controlled tooth thickness that balances rigidity during cutting strokes with enough flexibility to follow demanding cut paths.
- Optimized for Nail-Free Coarse Wood and Green Wood Pruning - the blade geometry is specifically matched to soft fibrous material and fresh-cut wood, maximizing cut speed and blade longevity in those applications.
- 5-Piece Pack - multiple blades included so you always have a fresh edge on hand for extended cutting sessions or high-volume job sites, reducing downtime.
Why This Product
- Purpose-matched for coarse lumber and green wood - the 3 TPI tooth pitch and HCS material are specifically chosen for cutting nail-free coarse wood and pruning green wood up to 10 inches in diameter, eliminating the guesswork of selecting the right blade for the job.
- Long cutting reach for thick material - with an 11-inch effective cutting length out of a 12-inch total blade, these sabre saw blades handle large cross-sections that standard shorter blades cannot reach in a single pass.
- Value through volume - the 5-piece quantity means fewer interruptions during extended pruning or rough-framing work, keeping the tool in the cut and the job moving forward.
- Coarse tooth geometry reduces binding - the wide 8.5mm tooth spacing lets chips and wood fiber clear the kerf continuously, reducing heat buildup and keeping each cut smooth through dense or fibrous green wood.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: JS1617K-5
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Total Length: 12"
- Cutting Height: 11"
- Cutting Depth: 19mm
- Teeth Per Inch: 3 TPI
- Tooth Distance: 8.5mm
- Teeth Thickness: 0.049"
- Maximum Material Thickness: less than 10"
- Blade Material: High-Carbon Steel (HCS)
- Quantity: 5-Piece Pack
Approved Applications
- Coarse straight cuts in nail-free wood up to 10 inches thick
- Pruning and cutting green wood up to 10 inches in diameter
- Rough demolition cuts in coarse, nail-free dimensional lumber
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of wood are these reciprocating saw blades designed to cut?
These blades are specifically designed for coarse, nail-free wood and green wood for pruning. The 3 TPI coarse tooth pattern and HCS construction are optimized for these materials. They are not intended for cutting metal, nails, or engineered sheet goods.
What is the maximum thickness of material these blades can handle?
These blades are rated for material up to less than 10 inches in thickness, supported by an 11-inch effective cutting length. The 19mm cutting depth specification relates to the blade body geometry that guides the cut.
What does HCS mean and why does it matter for wood cutting?
HCS stands for High-Carbon Steel. For wood cutting applications, HCS blades offer the right combination of sharpness, flexibility, and toughness - making them well-suited to the coarse, fibrous material found in rough lumber and green pruning wood where blade flex during the cut is a normal part of the operation.
How many blades are included in this pack?
This listing includes 5 reciprocating saw blades, each 12 inches in total length with a 3 TPI coarse tooth configuration, giving you a ready supply of fresh blades for extended or high-demand cutting sessions.
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