General Purpose Saw

Features

  • Accepts a wide variety of reciprocating blades for different materials and tasks
  • Blade options include metal, stainless steel, alloys, cast iron, wood, nail‑embedded wood, plastics, insulation and masonry blades
  • Available blades cover tasks from fine plunge‑cutting and quick wood cutting to heavy demolition and brick cutting
  • Multiple product/spare‑part variants are provided for the same saw model

Specifications

Voltage 220 V (EU)
Accepted Blade Types Reciprocating blades for metal, stainless steel, alloys, cast iron, wood, nail‑embedded wood, plastics, polystyrene, insulation, fiberglass and masonry
Example Metal Cutting Ranges (Blade‑Dependent) Steel pipe 1.2–8 mm (varies by blade); steel plate <3 mm; iron pipe up to 90 mm diameter; thin‑wall pipe <2 mm
Example Wood Cutting Ranges (Blade‑Dependent) General wood blades for green wood and pallets; wood up to 90 mm listed; plywood up to 100 mm listed
Masonry Capability (Blade‑Dependent) Specialised blades listed for brick cutting up to 215 mm and 315 mm
Notes Multiple spare part/product numbers and blade SKUs are listed for this saw; blade selection determines suitable material thickness and performance

A reciprocating general-purpose saw designed to accept a wide range of reciprocating blades. It is intended for cutting metals, wood (including nail‑embedded wood), plastics, insulation materials and masonry. Multiple spare‑part and blade variants are listed for this saw model.

Model Number: PFZ 550E

Project Ideas

Business

Selective Deconstruction & Salvage Service

Offer targeted demolition for interiors (removing walls, cabinetry, fixtures) using nail‑capable wood blades and metal blades for plumbing/ductwork. Market to renovators and environmentally conscious clients who want salvageable materials reclaimed for resale or reuse.


Mobile On‑Site Cutting & Retrofit Service

Provide a mobile service that comes to jobsites or homes to cut pipes, studs, masonry openings and HVAC ducts to precise sizes. Bundle with emergency callouts (e.g., burst pipe access) and minor retrofit work; the wide blade range means you can handle metal, wood and masonry in one visit.


Tool Rental + Blade Subscription

Rent reciprocating saws with curated blade kits (wood, metal, masonry, foam) and sell a recurring blade replacement/subscription plan. Target weekend DIYers, contractors needing short‑term extra capacity, and makers who want the right blade without buying dozens of SKUs.


Custom Metalwork & Signage Studio

Use metal blades to produce custom pipe furniture, address signs, and architectural accents; offer design, cutting, finishing and installation. Partner with local welders/finishers for value‑add services and market to cafes, boutiques and property developers seeking bespoke pieces.


Hands‑On Workshops & Project Kits

Run small classes teaching safe reciprocating saw use and build‑along projects (pallet bench, planter, simple lamp). Sell accompanying project kits (pre‑cut parts option, blade list, safety gear) and upsell membership packages or follow‑up advanced classes.

Creative

Pallet & Reclaimed-Wood Furniture

Use wood and nail‑embedded wood blades to quickly break down pallets and reclaimed beams into slats, legs and tops for coffee tables, benches and shelving. The reciprocating action makes rough cuts, plunge cuts and tear‑out handling easy; pair with sanding and joinery jigs for finished pieces with a reclaimed aesthetic.


Metal & Mixed‑Media Sculpture

Cut steel pipe, thin plate and alloy with metal or stainless‑steel blades to fabricate frames and armatures, then combine with carved foam, wood and plastics. The saw's ability to accept many blade types lets you move between materials while creating layered sculptures or kinetic installations.


Garden Brickwork & Planter Kits

Use masonry blades to slice bricks, pavers and concrete blocks into custom shapes for planters, edging and stepping stones. Produce small, made‑to‑order garden kits (precut pieces, adhesive and instructions) for gardeners who want a DIY shortcut without heavy masonry tools.


Foam Props & Cosplay Armor

Fit polystyrene/insulation blades to carve large foam shapes, armor plates and prop components quickly and cleanly. The saw is ideal for rough shaping before fine finishing, and you can offer patterns and paint kits to makers and cosplayers.


Upcycled Lighting & Home Accents

Create pendant lights, shelf brackets and lamp bases by cutting pipe, metal sheets and wood elements to size. Offer a line of rustic/industrial fixtures that showcase raw cut edges and mixed materials—easy to prototype thanks to the saw's multi‑material capability.