Dewalt Jig Saw DW317K - TYPE 1 (2011)

The DeWalt Jigsaw DW317K Type-1 was manufactured in 2011. While it is no longer a standard model, it remains supported through replacement parts. This corded electric jigsaw features a 5.5-amp motor with variable speed control ranging from 0 to 3100 strokes per minute (SPM). The jigsaw has four-position orbital action: position 0 is for straight cuts, while positions 1 through 3 provide increasingly aggressive orbital motion for faster cutting through materials like wood and plastic. Key features include a keyless blade clamp, an all-metal gear case, and a shoe that bevels from 0° to 45° for angled cuts. The jigsaw was originally sold as a kit that included a blade set and a storage bag.

DeWalt is a global brand, and tools like the DW317K are available in many regions worldwide. The main users of this model are people who already own or work with older power tools, such as DIYers who handle home repairs, professional contractors who keep older tools as backups, and environmentally conscious individuals who prefer repairing tools rather than replacing them. The current price for a DW317K starts at about $150, while the original release price was around $100.

There have been no manufacturer recalls for this product; however, a common issue is the keyless blade clamp occasionally failing to hold the blade securely. Most complaints mention the blade falling out or breaking when cutting thick materials. Despite this, users often report that the jigsaw delivers accurate cuts and is durable overall.

The DW317K Type-1 is one of the lower models in DeWalt’s jigsaw lineup. It’s comparable to the DW331K model, which features a more powerful motor and an integrated dust blower. Although the DW317K has fewer extra features, it provides similar cutting performance. This model replaced the earlier DW317, with the main upgrade being the addition of a keyless blade clamp. The “K” in the model name indicates that it was sold as a kit with a case and a set of blade attachments. The next model, the DW317K Type-2, included internal design changes but maintained the same functionality.

The DeWalt Jigsaw DW317K Type-1 is the DeWalt signature black and yellow color scheme. It has a hard plastic housing with a D-shaped hand grip and a few metal features, such as the base plate and front gear casing. The dimensions of the jigsaw are 8 inches in height, 9.75 inches in length, and 3 inches in width, with a weight of 6.2 pounds. Distinguishing features of this model include the power cord and the printed model number on the side of the yellow plastic housing. This jigsaw is only available in the signature DeWalt yellow.

• Height: 8 in (20 cm)
• Width: 3 in (8 cm)
• Length: 9.75 in (25 cm)
• Weight: 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg)

• Bevel Capacity: 45°
• Motor power: 5.5 amps
• Power Source: Corded electric
• Stroke Length: 1 in (26 mm)
• Settings: 4
• No Load Stroke Rate: 3100

DeWalt Jigsaw DW317K Type-1 Instruction Manual

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