Saw Blade Compatibility Chart
Use this quick-reference chart to check saw blade compatibility at a glance. Find your saw type in the left column and read across to see the key compatibility factors — shank type, bore size, common blade diameters, and whether blades are cross-brand compatible.
How to Use This Chart
Find your saw type in the table below. The cross-brand compatible column tells you whether blades from one brand fit saws from another. For most saw types, the answer is yes — but you must still match the correct shank type, bore size, and diameter.
Master Compatibility Chart
| Saw Type | Blade Connection | Common Sizes | Cross-Brand Compatible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jigsaw (modern) | T-shank | Various lengths (50-150mm) | ✅ Yes — all T-shank blades are universal |
| Jigsaw (old) | U-shank | Various lengths | ✅ Yes (within U-shank), but ❌ NOT compatible with T-shank |
| Cordless circular saw | Arbor bolt, 20mm bore | 136mm, 165mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
| Corded circular saw | Arbor bolt, 20-30mm bore | 184mm, 190mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
| Compact mitre saw | Arbor bolt, 30mm bore | 216mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
| Sliding mitre saw | Arbor bolt, 30mm bore | 254mm, 305mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
| Table saw | Arbor bolt, 30mm bore | 250mm, 254mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
| Reciprocating saw | ½” universal tang | Various lengths (100-300mm) | ✅ Yes — truly universal across all brands |
| Plunge saw | Arbor bolt, 16-20mm bore | 160mm, 165mm | ✅ Yes — match bore and diameter |
Bore Size Cross-Reference
| If Your Saw Has… | You Need a Blade With… | Can You Use Reduction Rings? |
|---|---|---|
| 16mm arbor | 16mm bore | No — blades with larger bore won’t fit even with rings (blade too large) |
| 20mm arbor | 20mm bore (or 30mm with 30→20 reduction ring) | ✅ Yes — many 30mm bore blades include a 20mm reduction ring |
| 25.4mm arbor | 25.4mm bore (or 30mm with ring) | ✅ Yes — check ring availability |
| 30mm arbor | 30mm bore | Not needed — 30mm is the largest standard bore |
Jigsaw Blade Shank Compatibility
| Your Jigsaw Type | T-Shank Blades | U-Shank Blades |
|---|---|---|
| T-shank jigsaw (modern) | ✅ Compatible | ❌ NOT compatible |
| U-shank jigsaw (old) | ❌ NOT compatible | ✅ Compatible |
Important: While blades are cross-brand compatible within the same specifications, always verify the exact bore size and diameter before fitting a new blade. A blade that’s the wrong size can be dangerous even if the connection type matches.
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