Wet tile saws? Which ones

[Scott]

Raimondi pikus 85 electric wet tile cutter 110v on eBay (end time 28-Feb-10 22:40:40 GMT)

I was half interested in this saw ^^^^ until i asked how much it weighed!

85 KG!!!!

No ta, dont think my back will take that

 

[Aston]

hi scott

now the only dilemma you'll have is whether to go for the 240v or 110v version???

i went for the 240v..i mostly do private contracts and domestic work but if you are on site a lot of the time then the 110v will be more beneficial.

the 110v version has the newer diamond blade and the larger flange,, but i think the newer 240v has this now..i just rang dewalt and they sent me out a flange and blade which was really decent of them..

ed

 

[Gazzer]

hi scott

now the only dilemma you'll have is whether to go for the 240v or 110v version???

i went for the 240v..i mostly do private contracts and domestic work but if you are on site a lot of the time then the 110v will be more beneficial.

And i went for 110volt as i can take it on site or domestic ....best of both worlds

 

[Aston]

the 240v does have a built in rcd!! which has been proven to be safer than 110v. we are one of only a hand full of countries that use 110v tools. most of europe dont and i dont think australia do either?? the uk was meant to be altering the law regarding the use of 110v tools to rcd protected but i havent seen any new implications as yet? so as sir ramic says, go for the 110v to cover yourself if you do site work

 

[Scott]

Id have to go with the 240 as i never do site work, was offered it years ago for kitchen fitting but all my stuff is 240, never wanted to have to lug a 110 box around as well. Although i did buy one yesterday on fleabay for my new wacker concrete breaker!

I am on a list with a guy who sells reworked ones, so it may npt be the most uptodate model but still has the 12 months waranty 🙂

 

[White Room]

I'd get 110v just in case

 

[Dontiler]

that's my boy 🙂

 

[Scott]

that's my boy 🙂

more water on the floor than i would have hoped for, is that normaly spillage? i kinda want to be able to use this either inthe room im working in, if said room is big enough, or at least in someones garage or possibly set up in the back of the van. I cant be doing with all the running up and down stairs, im just not used to it!

Anyone got one of the makita hand held cutters i've seen on tradetiler? They look as they could be handy for nipping off little bits or the odd cut here and there?

 

[White Room]

I've got one and be honest it seems to collect more dust in the lock up than any use it gets

Must remember to put it into the van next time

 

[Aston]

more water on the floor than i would have hoped for, is that normaly spillage? i kinda want to be able to use this either inthe room im working in, if said room is big enough, or at least in someones garage or possibly set up in the back of the van. I cant be doing with all the running up and down stairs, im just not used to it!

Anyone got one of the makita hand held cutters i've seen on tradetiler? They look as they could be handy for nipping off little bits or the odd cut here and there?

don hasnt got the side water tray fiited on that pic, that collects alot of water ....

 

[Scott]

don hasnt got the side water tray fiited on that pic, that collects alot of water ....

Phew was starting to get worried then! I hate changing my mind once its set.

 

[DHTiling]

I used mine in a garage next to a car...

No spillage or over spray if you use the side trays provided with the cutter.

customer was impressed and so was i..

 

[Dontiler]

don hasnt got the side water tray fiited on that pic, that collects alot of water ....

yes sorry it's not on the pick, compare to other this wet saw is really spraying not a lot of water 🙂

 

[Scott]

yes sorry it's not on the pick, compare to other this wet saw is really spraying not a lot of water 🙂

Absolutely Don, the one i use leaves me looking like i wet myself! I would jut like to be able to use it in decent size bathrooms without walking water in and out of the room. Thanks for the picture though Im definitely having one!

 

[wayno1664]

i have the rubi DR300-EN which is excellent , but a bit pricey @ £750+vat

 

[Scott]

Ok so i got another question!

The jobs i have coming up, 2 bathrooms are in travertine. The last time i did trav i used my current wet cutter but cut them dry as the mess before was ridiculous.

Has anyone used their dewalts dry and to what end? I appreciate its gonna kill the life of the blade somwehat but in clean up time on my old one it was well worth the extra money. I also appreciate i would HAVE to cut outside in this instance cos of the dust.

Go on help me out with my last question, you know you wanna!

Cheers guys

 

[DHTiling]

I used to cut quite a bit of trav dry on my Rubi rail saw.. nice edge as well..

But not something i have done on the dewalt...it's my baby and i treat her well... i keep her watered and well fed with tiles...:lol:

 

[Scott]

Thanks again Dave. I just find wet trav a real pain. Its the messiest tile i have laid when cutting and of course wont stick when its wet! I appreciate what oyu mean about the saw thoug, its a lot of money to then abuse it!

 

[DHTiling]

I wipe the tile back with a regularly rung cloth and then back ski with flat blade and adhesive.. sticks like poo to a blanket..:smilewinkgrin: