Milwaukee 48-00-1640 Drywall Access Sawzall Blade

Product Description

The MILWAUKEE 48-00-1640 is a short-length reciprocating saw blade engineered specifically for cutting drywall access holes during plumbing and electrical service work. At 2.5 inches long, the blade is sized to cut cleanly through drywall up to 0.625 inches thick while stopping short of pipe and wiring concealed behind the wall. A multi-directional tooth design allows cutting in any direction, giving the installer precise control in tight, small-diameter cuts. This blade is intended for licensed plumbers and electricians performing service work on existing installations where finished walls must be opened with minimal collateral damage.

This blade is suited for residential and light commercial service calls where a technician needs to open a finished drywall surface to access plumbing, conduit, or low-voltage wiring. The 2.5-inch length is the critical advantage here: standard-length blades risk scoring or cutting through supply lines, drain pipe, or wire runs immediately behind the drywall face. This blade fits MILWAUKEE SAWZALL reciprocating saws and any reciprocating saw accepting a standard universal shank.

Key Features

• 2.5-inch blade length limits depth of cut to protect pipe and wire behind drywall
• Engineered to cut through drywall up to 0.625 inches thick
• Multi-directional tooth design supports cutting in all directions within the kerf
• Optimized for access hole work during plumbing and electrical service
• Fits standard universal shank reciprocating saws

Compatibility

Designed for use with MILWAUKEE SAWZALL reciprocating saws and other reciprocating saws accepting a standard universal shank. Suited for service-work access cuts in drywall panels up to 0.625 inches thick.

Installation Notes

Licensed plumbers and electricians typically use this blade during service calls requiring wall penetration to reach concealed systems. Before cutting, confirm pipe, conduit, and wire locations using a stud finder or inspection camera to avoid unintended contact. Wear appropriate eye protection when operating a reciprocating saw. Follow applicable NEC and IPC guidelines when opening finished assemblies for service access.

Technical Specifications

• Blade Length: 2.5 inches
• Maximum Drywall Cut Depth: 0.625 inches
• Tooth Design: Multi-directional
• UPC: 045242300181

Standard Information

• Brand: MILWAUKEE
• Manufacturer Part Number: 48-00-1640