MAKITA 4329 240v 450w Orbital Jigsaw

Jigsaws are great when you need to make detailed or specific cuts in wood but need to be mobile or don’t have easy access to a power source. When choosing a Jigsaw, consider what you’ll be using it for. A good rule of thumb is that as the material you’re cutting gets harder and/or thicker, the more power you’ll need. Speed, which is measured either in RPM (rotations per minute) or SPM (strokes per minute), will either be fixed or variable. A fixed speed jigsaw will provide the same level of output at all times, which might not be ideal. Some materials will scorch if cut by a very fast blade, while if you are scrolling as you cut, a slower speed is what you need. Therefore, using a variable speed jigsaw can be very helpful.

The speed will be influenced by the power input; the higher the wattage, the higher the potential speed in terms of RPM / SPM.

Another thing to think about is the maximum cut depth; if working on larger work pieces you might want a tool which can cut as deeply as possible.