The Diablo Steel DemonĀ® Carbide-tipped reciprocating blades are the first carbide-tipped blades designed for extreme metal cutting, including high-strength alloys, cast iron and stainless steel. This high performance carbide-tipped blade delivers unmatched 20X longer cutting life than standard bi-metal blades in extreme thick metal cutting applications between 3/16 to 9/16 in.