Any Advice On Dry Tile Cutters, Whats The Best?

[Paul Brickell]

:book2: Has anyone got any thoughts on which dry cutters are the best. I have used the Rubi TS range and thought it was good but not sure what to buy. Have heard the TS plus range can chip the tiles?

 

[DHTiling]

Well paul i am a big rubi tools user..so its rubi for me....the TX range is good and so is the TR 40 for smaller tiles it has a movable breaker just like the TX range.....And the ts+ range are good as well.......

There are a few video's on rubit cutters in this thread...

http://www.tilersforums.com/tiling-tools/6268-selection-rubi-cutters.html

But if not impressed then the members will tell you what they use as well.....so good hunting paul.....

 

[Bling Tiling]

I agree with Dave , for me Rubi are the best. I use a TS60 and a 40for smaller jobs. With regards to the chipping, i think that if you use the correct sized blade and make sure you score right to the end of tile - you should be fine.
Never used the TX series mind - what, if anything does that allow you to do different?

 

[DHTiling]

I agree with Dave , for me Rubi are the best. I use a TS60 and a 40for smaller jobs. With regards to the chipping, i think that if you use the correct sized blade and make sure you score right to the end of tile - you should be fine.
Never used the TX series mind - what, if anything does that allow you to do different?

watch the videos in that link bling and you will see what the tx does...much better for porcelain tiles.......

 

[penno]

I agree with Dave , for me Rubi are the best. I use a TS60 and a 40for smaller jobs. With regards to the chipping, i think that if you use the correct sized blade and make sure you score right to the end of tile - you should be fine.
Never used the TX series mind - what, if anything does that allow you to do different?

Cut a porcelain with one and be amazed at the difference compared to the TS range, well worth the cash.

 

[BuyBrandTools]

:book2: Has anyone got any thoughts on which dry cutters are the best. I have used the Rubi TS range and thought it was good but not sure what to buy. Have heard the TS plus range can chip the tiles?

There is more info in this thread - http://www.tilersforums.com/tiling-tools/7780-dry-wet-cutters-rookie.html

 

[MICK the Tiler]

Sigma user down Here. I still like the rubi gear though both good choices.

I like the more single action of the sigma seems quicker for me. I hate having to look over the bar to line up marks on tile cuts. I like the handle action.

I like the compact design of the rubi fits in tight places. I also like the way one can line up marks as there is a double bar. I hate the action of the rubi I also hate the handle design.

Once you get use to something just stick with it the more practice you get the better the tool will be for you.

 

[GazTech]

Sigma user down Here. I still like the rubi gear though both good choices.

I like the more single action of the sigma seems quicker for me. I hate having to look over the bar to line up marks on tile cuts. I like the handle action.

I like the compact design of the rubi fits in tight places. I also like the way one can line up marks as there is a double bar. I hate the action of the rubi I also hate the handle design.

Once you get use to something just stick with it the more practice you get the better the tool will be for you.

Good post Mick...we all find a cutter eventually that best suits our style of tiling......Gaz:yes:

 

[MICK the Tiler]

Thanks Gaz

I think if they could invent a cutter with the visual clarity of the rubi when cutting with the pistol grip handle action of the sigma that would be a quality bit of kit.

 

[GazTech]

Thanks Gaz

I think if they could invent a cutter with the visual clarity of the rubi when cutting with the pistol grip handle action of the sigma that would be a quality bit of kit.

Get designing Mick, you could market it is the Aussie Croc snapper...:lol:

 

[MICK the Tiler]

I LIKE!!!!

 

[Droopy]

Sigma user down Here. I still like the rubi gear though both good choices.

I like the more single action of the sigma seems quicker for me. I hate having to look over the bar to line up marks on tile cuts. I like the handle action.

I like the compact design of the rubi fits in tight places. I also like the way one can line up marks as there is a double bar. I hate the action of the rubi I also hate the handle design.

Once you get use to something just stick with it the more practice you get the better the tool will be for you.

This man is correct. Listen to him

I use a "Klick Klock" handle on my Sigma, works even better with porcelain than the standard handle.

 

[Dave Carr]

I like the sigma technica 37 drag handle for small tiles, overall a fantastic machine for angles, ruler is superb, breaker suitable for even tough tiles.
I use tomecanic supercoups for bigger tiles, has two breakers one for fine delicate cuts and wider breaker for standard cuts and angles, now that is an awesome machine that'll cut pretty much anything; best machines I have ever had the pleasure of using - none of that hard sharp snapping you need with a rubi for porcelain, more a gentle click. Pure quality