The Power of the Super Sawzall: A Deep Dive into Its Capabilities

We began our testing process with the Super Sawzall set on its lowest setting, number 1. As we cut through a pressurized-treated piece of lumber, it performed adequately, but not spectacularly. However, once we switched to setting 5, which is recommended for cutting through denser materials like 2x12s and 2x4s, the sawzall really came alive. The difference was stark, with setting 1 struggling to make a clean cut, while setting 5 allowed for a smooth and effortless process.

To put this into perspective, we conducted a test with three 2x4s sandwiched together, which is a common scenario in home demo work, especially when dealing with doorways and bathrooms. The Super Sawzall set on setting 5 effortlessly cut through the wood, leaving no visible signs of damage or stress on the material. This is a testament to its robust design and ability to handle even the toughest tasks.

However, our testing wasn't without surprises. During one test, we discovered that the sawzall struggled slightly due to the presence of a screw head in the middle of the cut. This highlights the importance of being mindful of potential obstacles when using power tools, especially those like the Super Sawzall, which can be prone to getting stuck.

Moving on to metal cutting, we swapped out the Ax blade for the Torch blade and set the speed setting to 3. We also changed our cutting style from orbital cut to straight cut, as this allows for a smoother and more precise process. The first test was conducted with 1 ½ inch copper, which had been salvaged from an old bathroom where we were working on demoing. Despite being corroded, the sawzall performed exceptionally well, making clean cuts with ease.

Next, we moved on to galvanized steel, another common material encountered in demo work. This test was conducted using a scrap piece of metal that had been discarded during previous projects. The Super Sawzall handled it with confidence, effortlessly cutting through the metal without any signs of strain or overheating.

One of the standout features of the new 12.0Ah battery is its ability to run 50% cooler and provide 50% more power compared to traditional M18 batterypacks. We put this to the test by conducting a series of cuts with various materials, including steel pipe. The sawzall performed impressively, cutting through even the toughest tasks without bogging down or overheating.

In our testing, we found that the Super Sawzall was able to handle a wide range of materials, from wood and metal to pipes and other debris. It's clear why Milwaukee calls this tool the "Super Sawzall" – it truly delivers when it comes to power and performance. We're excited to continue using it on our projects and look forward to seeing how it handles even more challenging tasks.

As we wrapped up our testing, we couldn't help but notice the minimal power consumption of the sawzall. Even with four batteries in use, which is a lot for a tool of this nature, it still managed to run efficiently and effectively. This is especially important when working on jobs that require long periods of continuous cutting.

In conclusion, our testing with the Super Sawzall has been nothing short of impressive. Its ability to handle various materials, including wood, metal, and pipes, makes it a valuable addition to any demo or construction team. With its robust design, efficient performance, and minimal power consumption, this tool is sure to become a staple in many workshops and job sites.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enHey, guys! In today’s video we’re goingto take a look at Milwaukee’s brand newSuper Sawzall. Let’s zoom out!This thing is a beast. It has a 12.0 Ah battery.It’s supposed to compete with a 15Ah cordedSawzall. So we got this from Milwaukee. Wechecked it out. We liked it. And so we’regoing to do an overview of it. We’ll runsome tests and also share what is in the kit.We’re frequently asked what tools are usedduring our tutorials, and one of those wouldbe a Sawzall because you’re going to cutthrough 2x material, sometimes you got tocut through pipes, and so much more. So that’swhy this tool is so important. And if it canactually replace a corded Sawzall, that’sgoing to be an awesome thing.As you can see, it’s a very big Sawzall,hence the name Super Sawzall. The saw withoutthe battery weighs about 8 lbs. With the battery,it weighs about 12 lbs. So it is a littlebit beefier than your standard Sawzall.The battery that comes with this kit is theHigh Output HD12.0 Ah battery. This runs 50%cooler than the traditional M18 batteries,and it also has overload protection. So ifthis overheats, then the battery will senda signal to the motor and shut it down.The LED light is located right here. Whenyou press the trigger, it triggers the LEDlight.Trigger’s located on the top here. You havea rubber handle. Then you have your speed.So this toggle is from 5 down to 1. You haveyour lock-out button.Then on the top you have your orbit switch.So you can go from orbital cutting to straightcutting. The nice thing is this is adjustable.So it can actually toggle in between the twosettings. So you can adjust how much of anorbital cut you want by adjusting the switch.If you want fast, aggressive cutting, youwant to switch it to the orbital cutting.If you want smooth cutting, then you switchit to straight cut.So there’s a rafter hook. It has three differentpositions—actually, four.One of the things that’s different withthe Super Sawzall is the quick lock bladeclamp. So this just turns, then you removeyour blade. Admittedly, this takes a littlebit getting used to, but it could be a reallygood improvement, and I know that one of thecomplaints that we’ve had is the mechanismby which you get the blades in and out tendsto break on Sawzalls. So if this is more ruggedand lasts longer, that’s going to be a goodthing.Like with all M18 batteries, you have a batterypower indicator. So you just press the button,and it shows you how much juice you have.The form factor is not changed at all withthe Super Sawzall. The M12 just slides intothe back. When you hear the click, it’sin place.One of the things that always impresses mewith Milwaukee are their bags and cases thatyou get with the tool. This thing actuallyis big enough to be a gym bag. It’s huge!So with this kit—so this is the Super Sawzallkit—you get the rapid charger, you get oneThin Kerf metal blade, you get the Super Sawzall,and you get the 12.0 Ah battery. So this alleasily fits into the bag. And on each sideof the bag you have three pockets: you haveone in the middle and on each side here. Samething goes with the other side. So you’vegot plenty of storage with this bag. It’spretty cool!I almost forgot. It does come with a shoulderstrap, too.I guess because I’m a little bit of a geek,I like reading the directions. And one ofthe things that I found was the speed dialsetting. Now, Milwaukee has different settingsper the type of material that you’ll becutting to. So it might be worth checkingthis out in the directions.Now, one of the things that I wanted to tellyou, we’re going to be using the MilwaukeeTorch Carbide Teeth blade. This is meant forcast iron, stainless steel, and high-strengthmetal alloys. And this can cut through 3/16of an inch to ½ inch metal. So this is oneof the blades that we’re going to be usingtoday.The other blade that we’re going to useis the Ax Carbide Teeth blade. This is a phenomenalblade. This can cut through things like shingles,cement board, and nail embedded wood. So ifyou’re going to be cutting like 2x materialthat has nails in it, this is the blade thatyou want to use. If you’re cutting throughmetal, go for the Torch blade.The first set of tests we’re going to dowill be on wood. So this is a 2x12 pressure-treatedpiece of lumber. Then we’ll do 4x4s andthen 2x4s. Also, this is Ax blade, and we’regoing to set it on the orbital rotation.So I have this piece of 2x12 mounted intoa work bench and man, the dang thing was justvibrating back and forth so much I had tohold it in place with my foot. And as I’llmention here in a second, we actually havethe Super Sawzall sit on the lowest settingwhile we were cutting through this pressurizedtreated piece of lumber. But it did prettygood.So I forgot to mention that was on speed settingnumber 1. So, let’s turn it up to 5.As you can see, the Super Sawzall is alreadyworking much, much better on setting 5 versussetting 1. So if you want to cut through a2x12 or 2x material at a faster rate, definitelyput it on setting 5. Not bad. Pretty fast,The 2x12 test went very well once we got onthe setting of 5. Much, much smoother. Now,we’re going to be doing a test here withthree 2x4s sandwiched together. I thoughtI had a 4x4, but it went missing. So, let’sdo this test.I like this test a lot because this is a commonscenario that you’re going to see in homeswhen you’re doing demo. You’re going tohave a lot of 2x4s sandwiched together, especiallythis is the case in doorways and bathrooms.So this test real-world in many ways. Andas you can see, the Super Sawzall set on 5cuts right through these three 2x4s no problemwhatsoever.Now, on this last test I had a little bitof a surprise. You can see it struggling alittle bit there, and then we’re startingto cut again. Well, there is a very specificreason why. Check this out. It’s prettycool. I didn’t realize it, but there wasa screw head that I cut through right downthe middle. So there it is. Cut right downthe middle of that screw.The next several tests we’re going to doon different types of metal. And we swappedout the Ax blade for the Torch blade. Also,we put the speed setting on 3. So we got 3for metal. And instead of orbital cut, we’lldo a straight cut because oftentimes, youknow, we want to have smooth, straight cutson these metals. The first test that we’regoing to do is on 1 ½ inch copper.The story behind this piece of copper wasthe fact that it was a vent pipe in an oldbathroom that we were working on; hence, thecorrosion. Obviously this copper is a littlebit corroded because it’s from an old housewe were doing work on. But as you can see,it’s really a nice, smooth cut.This next piece of metal is galvanized steel.Again, this is a scrap piece from an old housewe were demoing. It’s pretty obvious thatwhenever the shoe is pinned up against thepipe, the Super Sawzall performs very, verywell. And we’ll freely admit that when you’reusing these Torch blades, they do an excellentjob of cutting through the metal. Again, wehave a nice, smooth cut on this galvanizedsteel.This is ¾ inch galvanized. So let’s makea few cuts.Now, Milwaukee claims that these new 12.0Ah batteries run 50% cooler and give you 50%more power than a traditional M18 batterypack. And from what I can tell, that’s prettyclose and spot on.Look how smooth the cut is. That’s prettydarn impressive.This is one-inch black steel pipe. As youcan see, the Super Sawzall did a great jobwith this steel pipe. And on all the tests,it really didn’t bog down whatsoever. Itdidn’t overheat. And we’ve been testingthis on the field while demoing homes, andwe’re really pleased with the results. We’regoing to continue to use it. So if we encounterany issues, we’ll update you on that.Looks like I created quite the mess here.Let’s take a look and see how much poweror juice we used. We’re still on four dots,which is great. And by the way, before I forget,you can use this new 12.0 Ah battery in anyMilwaukee tool.It’s very evident why Milwaukee calls thisthe Super Sawzall. We’re very impressedwith how it works with wood and metal andother materials. We’re going to be usingthis more on our projects.If you have any questions, please let us knowdown in the comments. And we’ll also putmore details about the Super Sawzall in ourdescription.Thanks for watching our video. We hope thatyou liked it and it will help you out withyour project.Take care! We’ll talk to you soon.\n"