The Great Sigma Tile Cutter Survey!!!

[Gazzer]

Well done Wingn,

 

[Aston]

nice one wing!!
they do loook great and cut quick!!,
one issue tho.....if i cut a tile with either a tx or ts, then i would be fractionally slower in the overall scribe and snap but because the sigma and monti users have to lean over to check they are on the line, then the time aspect swings back in favour of the rubi due to visibility so they are much of a muchness in that respect..

what i will say is, i totally accept that if you can get used to the restricted view and pulling technique, then they are the perfect all round cutter along with monti....cant say fairer than that...

just because i think sigma and monti are great it doesnt mean i dont rate rubi , far from it...id rather have a right hand drive porsche, than a left hand drive ferrair if you get my analogy..

 

[david campbell]

Why do you want to change over dave.?

sorry been busy for the last few days dave,was using jamie's(kilty) on a job last year for a few cuts and it's just a nagging thought that won't go away,i really liked how easy it felt,so i've finally decided to go or a change

 

[Peter]

i have gathered my evidence and the jury will adjourn till monday to give its verdict lol

ed ...

Did you bite the bullet?

 

[andy-p]

The sigma is a great cutter, been using them for over 18 years now , but over a year ago i got a monty mp750 and i gotta say i love it... its relatively light and because its a push the measuring bar is at the top and less obtrusive than the siggy, but they are both great machines ..

 

[Aston]

hi wingn
i'm sticking with rubi mate i just like them.
as i said i used monti for 2 yrs but when i used rubi again it felt right and i wont be changing now..

you sigma & monti boys have the best cutters in some ways. if you can get on with them, then there the dogs but if you like a clear view then it has to be rubi for me

thanks to everyone who gave their views, really appreciate the feedback!
ed

 

[andy-p]

hi wingn
i'm sticking with rubi mate i just like them.
as i said i used monti for 2 yrs but when i used rubi again it felt right and i wont be changing now..

you sigma & monti boys have the best cutters in some ways. if you can get on with them, then there the dogs but if you like a clear view then it has to be rubi for me

thanks to everyone who gave their views, really appreciate the feedback!
ed

Stick with what works for you , i have all 3 makes of cutters so im sorted...

 

[Aston]

so,
just to recap....

they are a bit lightweight compared to rubi
you have to bend over to use them
you aquire a bent wrist when scribing


hmmmmmm..think i'll stick with rubi....

 

[Peter]

you aquire a bent wrist when scribing

Only if you're a big girl's blouse. :lol:

Suppose at the end of the day people will like whatever system they've learned on. If Rubi does it for you, then it makes more sense to stick with that.

 

[fipple]

Hi....im in the process of buying a sigma!...wat id like to know is ,and this is to those who know sigmas...are the push technica cutters a good choice?maybe a 2d3 750mm ive got a masterpiuma 52p..so im covered for 600tiles...im confused about the 3a models that look wide,,and the 2a,b,c,d that are narrow but can cut depth pf 23mm..any help would be appreciated

 

[nybor62]

push or pull great cutters,models3a are the diagonal,range they have double thickness adjustment & removable bar, the 2c3and ad3 are the technica range with thickness adlustment built into the handle, all brill i have the 2a3 which i use for smaller tiles

 

[White Room]

So there certain models that do diagonal:wacky:

 

[nybor62]

they nearly all cut from o-45 degree

 

[hillhead]

My 3D and 3B are superb for me

 

[nybor62]

i bet theres more tilers have converted from rubi to sigma, than sigma to rubi

 

[diamondtiling]

When will this debate end?? sigma or rubi, its not a difficult decision, try them both and pick what you prefer.


I prefer sigma but thats just my opinion..

 

[jay]

So there certain models that do diagonal:wacky:

yep

 

[fipple]

im ordering a 3b sigma plus a klicl klock handle and case allm for £364 delivered!..daltech in scotland i think its called..sir ramic put me onto them...i think its a fair price?,,either way im buying it..:smilewinkgrin:

 

[Dumbo]

got mine from diatech as well the 3c with case think its the one jay showed the 750mm model great bit of kit, case takes up alot of room in the van tho. Also got 5a for smaller tiles and a 9c wet saw which is over 15 year old and still going strong. I grew up with sigma so il stick with what i know works.

ted

 

[borgie]

any1 know a place to get a good deal on a sigma 9m1? are they any good a cutting lengths of over 600mm with the table attachment? if not then i will have to get a bench saw. thanks

 

[demi34]

sigma for me guys 100% they are the best machines
:hurray:

 

[Aston]

seems sigma have made a big impression on here ?

 

[Scott]

any1 know a place to get a good deal on a sigma 9m1? are they any good a cutting lengths of over 600mm with the table attachment? if not then i will have to get a bench saw. thanks

I used one of these to cut 660 porcelanosa tiles and it was nothing short of awesome! Took 10mm off clean and square.

Have you seen the size of it though? Its HUGE!

 

[Peter]

seems sigma have made a big impression on here ?

Have you still not taken the plunge yet? When you do, you'll be wondering why you wasted so much time using inferior Rubi products. :lol:

 

[Aston]

i have had montolit mate so i know what id be getting if i used a sigma. as i have said, i know they are a good cutter but i prefer rubi's visibility. if i am going to be honest, my favorite rubi is the ts60plus, thats the only cutter i am going to keep. the tile cutter only does so much of the work