Which materials is this blade suitable for?

The blade is designed for cutting metal, cast iron, and stainless steel.

What is the tooth pitch of this reciprocating saw blade?

The blade features a tooth count of 8 TPI (teeth per inch).

What is the cutting capacity of the Makita B-55588 in metal?

It cuts metal sheets from 4 to 12 mm thick and metal pipes up to 175 mm in diameter.

What are the dimensions of this blade?

The blade has a length of 228 mm and a thickness of 1.25 mm.

What is the benefit of the tungsten carbide (TC/HM) teeth?

Tungsten carbide tips provide superior resistance to abrasion and overheating during heavy-duty cutting.

MAKITA B-55588 HM reciprocating saw blade for metal 228 x 1.25 mm

Name: MAKITA B-55588 HM reciprocating saw blade for metal 228 x 1.25 mm
Brand: MAKITA
SKU: 08055117
Price: 19.95 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: MAKITA B-55588 | EAN 0088381483582

Recommended Retail Price €32.40

19.95 tax incl.

€16.49 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 12/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 12/10/2026
Shipping costs €11.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
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Delivered from Belgium

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Efficient cutting through tough metals

Practical benefits

Durable Makita carbide teeth: The carbide-tipped teeth allow you to cut through stainless steel and cast iron with high wear resistance.
Stable and rigid body: A thickness of 1.25 mm gives you straight cuts without blade bending during heavy demolition work.
Fast cutting progress: The 8 teeth per inch design ensures rapid material removal and smooth operation across metal materials.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

Cut through tough and abrasive metals with confidence using the Makita B-55588 reciprocating saw blade. Equipped with tungsten carbide teeth, it powers through stainless steel, cast iron, and structural steel with high resistance to heat and wear. The 1.25 mm thick body prevents bending and reduces vibration, giving you full control and straight cuts during demanding tasks. Featuring an 8 tpi tooth design, it delivers rapid material removal across metal pipes up to 175 mm and metal sheets from 4 to 12 mm thick. It is the dependable solution for heavy demolition, pipefitting, and renovation jobs.

Product information FAQ

€19.95

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Length: 225 mm
For material: Metal
Teeth per inch: 8
Thickness: 1,25 mm

Product description

Metal, cast iron and stainless steel (4 - 12 mm)

Reciprocating saw blade for cutting materials such as stainless steel, cast iron and metal. This carbide-tipped blade has an overall length of 228 mm and a working length of 205 mm. The blade is 1.25 mm thick and has 8 TPI. The pack contains 1 blade.

This blade has a carbide tip welded to the cutting edge of the blade, making this very hard blade highly resistant to abrasion and overheating. These properties make the blade suitable for a variety of materials.

All Features

Length: 225 mm
For material: Metal
Teeth per inch: 8
Thickness: 1,25 mm
Blade type: TC / HM

Brand MAKITA
08055117
EAN 0088381483582
Supplier number MAKITA B-55588

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials is this blade suitable for?: The blade is designed for cutting metal, cast iron, and stainless steel.
What is the tooth pitch of this reciprocating saw blade?: The blade features a tooth count of 8 TPI (teeth per inch).
What is the cutting capacity of the Makita B-55588 in metal?: It cuts metal sheets from 4 to 12 mm thick and metal pipes up to 175 mm in diameter.
What are the dimensions of this blade?: The blade has a length of 228 mm and a thickness of 1.25 mm.
What is the benefit of the tungsten carbide (TC/HM) teeth?: Tungsten carbide tips provide superior resistance to abrasion and overheating during heavy-duty cutting.