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18V Orbital Jig Saw

R8831B

18V Orbital Jig Saw

R8831B

The RIDGID 18-Volt X4 Cordless Jigsaw Console is fully compatible with all RIDGID 18-Volt slide battery packs. The jigsaw features a tool-free blade change design and variable-speed switch to help match the appropriate speed to each unique application. Multiple orbital selections for wood cutting ensure an exact cut every time and the Hex Grip technology provides superior ergonomics for extended use.

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Features

  • Orbital Adjustment Knob - five orbital settings for cutting different materials of varying thickness
  • Tool-Free Blade Change - allows for quick and easy T-shank blade changes
  • Variable Speed Trigger - for maximum speed control for varying applications
  • 100% Compatible with all RIDGID 18V slide battery packs
  • Tool Free Bevel - for quick and easy bevel cuts
  • All Die Cast Gear Construction - for added durability and for professional use
  • Hex Grip - grip enhancing micro texture for best in class ergonomics

Specifications

Voltage 18V
SPM 2,050 (strokes per minute)
Stroke Length 1 in.
Includes R8831 Jig Saw, Wood Cutting Blade, Chip Shield, Anti-Splinter Insert, No Mar-Base Plate, T-Shank Wood Cutting Blade and Operator's Manual.
18V Orbital Jig Saw is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 16.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Variable speed settings are easy and great to use. This is a great tool to use and the features make it extremely easy to use for multiple applications. The changing of the blades is simple, the variable speeds are perfect for different types and thickness of wood. It has no vibration during use, its well balanced in weight distribution so using it for long periods is a breeze. Overall its a great addition to my cordless tool collection. NO CORDS IS A MUST
Date published: 2018-11-01
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Very nice tool but REALLY needs an led light Love this jigsaw and all my other Ridgid Cordless products. Pretty much all have always exceeded my high expectations. The jigsaw has a nice feel to it--weight, ergonomics, operation. I have no complaints other than it just really REALLY should have an LED light on it.
Date published: 2018-01-01
Rated 4 out of 5 by from This product is exactly what I wanted I had been compairing these and shopping for one for awhile. It is exactly what I was looking for
Date published: 2014-11-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesomeg Great product and easy to use this is a great gift idea for the holidays
Date published: 2014-11-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from is a good product with good features and easy use this is a great product for females to use its light and easy to use it cuts with ease i would strongly recommed this product to anybody who wants to get the job done
Date published: 2014-11-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from As Good As It Gets, top marks here. This portable is as good as the corded version or better. It shows a lot of design effort; hefts a really good weight; does not break every darn blade and cutting and visibility is the best. Blade changing a snap; and you can really direct and perfect a cut in any position and material.
Date published: 2014-11-25
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Solid jigsaw This jigsaw is great, a bit heavy, but the last jigsaw I will ever have to buy, since it has Ridgid's lifetime warranty. Speed is controlled by the pressure placed on the trigger and it stops instantly when trigger is released. Other than it being a bit heavy the only other downside I have with this jigsaw is the safety trigger which most power tools companies are putting on tools nowadays..
Date published: 2014-11-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from I like the angled handle I found it easy to handle with plenty of power. The power seemed to last an extremely long time for my project. I also like the angled handle, it made lowering my arm more comfortable while scrolling. This has become my go to tool for all of my scrolling projects. I do a lot wood working with my grandson (5 years old) even though it is a little heavy for him he still wants to use it all the time, he thinks its fun.
Date published: 2014-11-25
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Why no LED blade light?

Any plans to add an LED light to the next incarnation of this tool? Just about every tool on the market now has a guide LED, so I was surprised to see this one does not. I was looking to purchase the 18V Ridgid tools and was intrigued by the jigsaw availability, as I use one very often, but I may look elsewhere for this reason alone.
Asked by: boduke
I have an led light on my electric circular saw and I personally find it an interesting gimmick but nothing beats a sharp pencil and a good square. I have found the led or laser lights tend not give you as straight a cut as the simple pencil and square as mentioned above... Love my Rigid jigsaw....
Answered by: jjnas62
Date published: 2017-09-06

Any plans to release an X5 brushless version?

Most of 18v cordless tools have had an updated X5 brushless version. Will Ridgid be releasing a newer version soon?
Asked by: Obiwan
An updated cordless jigsaw is on our radar and should be rolling out sometime in 2018.
Answered by: RIDGIDPowerTools
Date published: 2018-11-16
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