Diablo Demo Demon vs Milwaukee Torch: Which Reciprocating Blade?
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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Diablo Demo Demon DS0906CWS3 9 in. Carbide Reciprocating Blade (3-Pack)
The blade to reach for when the wood might be full of nails and you want it to last more than one teardown.
| TPI | 5/7 variable |
|---|---|
| Length | 9 in |
| Material | Carbide-tipped |
| Shank | Universal 1/2 in tang |
| Best cut | Wood with nails / demo |
Milwaukee Torch 48-00-5202 9 in. 8 TPI Carbide Metal-Cutting Sawzall Blade
A carbide metal blade built for thick and abrasive steel, not for delicate thin-wall tubing.
| TPI | 8 |
|---|---|
| Length | 9 in |
| Material | Carbide teeth on steel body |
| Shank | Universal 1/2 in tang |
| Best cut | Thick metal (3/16 in+) |
Our verdict
Both are carbide, but they are built for opposite materials. The Diablo Demo Demon runs a coarse 5/7 TPI tuned to rip through wood that may hide nails and screws, making it the demolition and remodeling blade. The Milwaukee Torch uses 8 TPI carbide geometry aimed at thick metal, cast iron and pipe. Pick the Diablo for teardown of framing, decks and studs; pick the Torch when you are cutting steel, conduit or cast-iron waste pipe. Neither is a good substitute for the other's job.