Background
The Ridgid Jig Saw R883 is a cordless jig saw tool with a brushless motor released in 2011. The jig saw is used by carpenters and woodworkers to cut curved lines, circles, or various unique cuts. The R883 jigsaw is an 18V/24V Jig Saw with 2 t-shank saw blades, an anti-splintering insert, and an operator's manual.
The Ridgid jigsaw features include an adjustable shoe, keyless blade change, scrolling action, and no tool blade change. The saw also has variable cutting speeds and a powerful Octane battery pack that can be bought separately. The saw is also equipped with a line start mode to begin cutting straight lines for carpenters and woodworkers.
The jig saw's original list price was $149.00. According to reviewers, this is a well-balanced jig saw and the blade stays sharper longer than other comparable jig saws. A common issue found with this saw is the sway that may result in unstraight-cut lines. There is a manufacturer warranty on the jig saw through Ridgid. It contains a lifetime service agreement contingent on product registration within 90 days of purchase.
This jigsaw is a part of the Ridgid 18V Power Tools Collection. This collection contains cordless combo tool kits, cordless kits, bare tools, cordless lights, and batteries and chargers for Ridgid's 18V power tools. The jigsaw is one of many saws in the collection. Others include a dual bevel sliding miter saw, a brushless reciprocating saw, three cordless circular saws in various sizes, a cordless one-handed saw, a brushless multi-material saw, a compact band saw, and a rear-handed circular saw. There is one other jigsaw sold by Ridgid, but it is a part of the Fuego collection and is an orbital jigsaw.
Identification
This model of the RIDGID Jig Saw is identified through the R883 label located on the back of the saw. This is listed on the sticker on the battery pack cover. The Ridgid Jig Saw is a handheld cordless orange and black saw. The model number is in the white box on the backside sticker of the device. The jigsaw is 9.45 inches in height and 3.94 inches wide. The saw weighs 4.15 pounds.
Technical Specifications
Amperage: 0 A
Battery Amperage Hours: No Battery
Battery Power Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Size: 18-volt
Bevel Capacity: 45 degrees
Charger: Not included
Construction Material: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Wiring Type: Cordless
Length of Stroke: 1 inch
Maximum Amperage: 0 A
Motor Type: Brushless
Power Source: Battery
Voltage: 18 V