Milwaukee 48-01-6189 Sawzall Reciprocating Saw Blade 12 Inch

Product Description

The MILWAUKEE 48-01-6189 is a 12-inch thin kerf reciprocating saw blade engineered for demanding demo and cutting applications. Built with Matrix II bi-metal construction, the blade combines a hardened high-speed steel tooth edge with a flexible alloy steel body to deliver extended service life under heavy use. A honeycomb Grid Iron pattern throughout the body increases rigidity and resists blade buckling during aggressive cuts. This blade is designed for professional use by contractors, electricians, plumbers, HVAC techs, and demo crews who rely on SAWZALL-style reciprocating saws on the job site.

The 48-01-6189 is suited for general demolition, rough-in cutting, and remodeling work where blade deflection and premature breakage are common problems. The optimized tooth geometry is designed to deliver significantly longer blade life compared to previous-generation SAWZALL blades. The Tough Neck rib design reinforces the blade tang area, reducing stress fractures at the point where blades most commonly fail. Sold as a single blade in pack-unit format with a minimum order quantity of one.

Key Features

• Matrix II bi-metal construction combines a hardened tooth edge with a flexible alloy body for durability
• Grid Iron honeycomb pattern increases blade rigidity and resists buckling during aggressive cuts
• Optimized tooth design engineered for extended blade life over previous-generation blades
• Tough Neck tang ribs reinforce the shank area and minimize breakage at the base
• Thin kerf geometry reduces cutting resistance and material drag

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement blade for use with standard reciprocating saws accepting universal shank reciprocating saw blades.

Installation Notes

Reciprocating saw blade replacement should be performed with the tool powered off and unplugged or the battery pack removed before handling the blade. Use the blade clamp or tool-free blade change mechanism per the saw manufacturer instructions. Blades should be inspected before each use and replaced when teeth are worn, cracked, or missing to avoid workpiece damage or loss of tool control.

Technical Specifications

• Blade Length: 12 inches
• Package Weight: 4.37 pounds
• Package Height: 12.85 inches
• Package Width: 2 inches
• Package Depth: 2 inches
• Tooth Material: Matrix II Bi-Metal
• Unit of Measure: Pack
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1
• UPC: 0045242084883

Standard Information

• Brand: MILWAUKEE
• Manufacturer Part Number: 48-01-6189