1. Types of Reciprocating Saws and the Differences Between Them To provide a description of different types of reciprocating saws and a few other saws that you may use. By: Jason Tikaram OBJECTIVE :

2. Jigsaw A.k.a. saber saw Narrow blade used for cutting irregular shapes Lifespan of blade usually short

3. Scroll Saw Similar to a band saw Blade not a continuous loop Used mostly for cutting intricate designs

4. Reciprocating Saw More powerful than the others Used mostly in demolition or remodeling Can cut through virtually anything

5. Circular Saw A.k.a. the buzz saw Uses a circular blade instead of a linear blade Usually used to cut straight edges

6. Chain Saw Used mainly in forestry Most consist of a small two-stroke engine Cutting chain is similar to a bicycle chain with jagged teeth

7. Conclusion The three types of reciprocating blade saws described vary depending on the task : The jigsaw is for circular designs The scroll saw is for more intricate designs The reciprocating saw is for demolition Saws are not limited to a reciprocating blade, a few examples were: The circular saw The chain saw

8. References: Jigsaw: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jigsaw http://pf.engr.utexas.edu/viewport.cfm?pagePK=6 641 Scroll Saw: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scroll_saw Reciprocating Saw: http://www.toolsofthetrade.net/articles/showarticle. asp?articleID=1630&position=2&type=article&part ID=1 Circular Saw: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circular_saw Chain Saw: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chainsaw