Right guys I need your help, I'm on the hunt for a new wet cutter my old one is giving up on me (plasplugs master) I've had it since I started tiling back in '08, so it's done me well.

I'm abit lost on what to replace it with?
Any recommendations.............And yes I know you'll all scream 'DeWalt' at me but that is well out my price bracket for now.

Thanks

You need to get the tlawed cutter mate.

Originally Posted by Dave

You need to get the tlawed cutter mate.

I know i am setting myself up here, but what is a tlawed cutter Dave?

I am 'soooo' pleased YOU asked Phil....

Right guys I need your help, I'm on the hunt for a new wet cutter my old one is giving up on me (plasplugs master) I've had it since I started tiling back in '08, so it's done me wel

If that size suits you well PJ and you were happy with the Master then the Vitrex 750 is the one for you mate

If you think that the work you get justifies up-sizing then you need to get a few weekends in mate and buy the D24000

Hardly ever use one !
9" & 12"grinder does most of my work if I can't score & snap or use nippers !

Originally Posted by Phil Hobson

I know i am setting myself up here, but what is a tlawed cutter Dave?

Say it backwards Phil..

Very good Monsieur Howe

I'd tried all ways to suss out what it was but never thought of that

9" & 12"grinder

Is most of your work patios??

Originally Posted by Dave

Say it backwards Phil..

Ah Ah, I knew I was being set up, very good Dave. Very good machine too

Originally Posted by merlecollins

Very good Monsieur Howe

I'd tried all ways to suss out what it was but never thought of that

So why did you let me be the fall guy Kev? You got more sense than me

grinder must give a nice clean cut a.

Originally Posted by merlecollins

Is most of your work patios??

yea !

Originally Posted by paul flight

grinder must give a nice clean cut a.

so it does if you know how to use one

yes helps to know how to switch one on , a

Paul
Just trying to offer my input as an experienced tiler who has used a multitude of methods, ALL of my cuts are spot on every time.
For me, grinders with the right blades & a steady hand are quick & easy to use & more transportable. I have over £1500's worth of Rubi & Norton wet cutters in my garage that I hardly use.Personal choice.
Use whatever you feel comfortable with. As long as the end result is good,then who cares !

Just to add,a grinder seems to some,a very under rated tool.
Did a 100 metre slate floor earlier this year in a barn conversion, tiles were 600 x 400 x 15mm thick. Majority of cuts were to edges,which were to be covered with 20mm thick skirting board.
I took my 9" Bosch Pro grinder with a dry cutting stone disc. One good quick pass with grinder then knock off waste & job done.
Mate of mine brought along his very expensive Rodia bridge saw,which took ages to set up & lug around,did lovely clean cuts,but was comparatively very slow. He left it at home after day 1 & used my grinder.
Although my cuts are good, there is not always the need to have perfect edges. Speed is often more beneficial.

Try the DNA blade.. super super fast,,

Originally Posted by Dave

Try the DNA blade.. super super fast,,

Thanks,will have a look on web... can you recommend a supplier ?

Of course....

Tradetiler.. TradeTiler.Ltd Montolit Diamond Wheels

It is not the machine that does the cutting it is the blade, the machine is purely the power source.. but you do need some good power to cut thick materials..

But no grinder sizes.. i will race you my DNA/Dewalt combo against your grinder..

Originally Posted by Dave

Of course....

Tradetiler.. TradeTiler.Ltd Montolit Diamond Wheels

It is not the machine that does the cutting it is the blade, the machine is purely the power source.. but you do need some good power to cut thick materials..

But no grinder sizes.. i will race you my DNA/Dewalt combo against your grinder..

Never used one,heard they are good.

There is a phrase..

If in doubt try one....

Honestly i was blown away compared to the likes of marcrist the DNA is top dog.

Originally Posted by Yorkshire Tiling Services

Paul
Just trying to offer my input as an experienced tiler who has used a multitude of methods, ALL of my cuts are spot on every time.
For me, grinders with the right blades & a steady hand are quick & easy to use & more transportable. I have over £1500's worth of Rubi & Norton wet cutters in my garage that I hardly use.Personal choice.
Use whatever you feel comfortable with. As long as the end result is good,then who cares !

Im with Yorkshire 100 % here , ive got 4 table saws and a rodia bridge but my makita grinder with a marcrist blade is used the majority of the time when conditions prevail , the only time i have used a wet cutter recently was cutting 600x400 trav ...

Originally Posted by andy-p

Im with Yorkshire 100 % here , ive got 4 table saws and a rodia bridge but my makita grinder with a marcrist blade is used the majority of the time when conditions prevail , the only time i have used a wet cutter recently was cutting 600x400 trav ...

The Rubi porcelain grinder blade is well worth a try.,
Surpasses Markrist. No chipping,do not use on tiles other than porcelain or you will shorten it's life & results !
Specific diamonds & bonding are used on different blades dependent upon their specific use. So, if you use a blade designed for hard materials on soft materials & vice versa,you will drastically shorten their life & effectiveness !

Originally Posted by Yorkshire Tiling Services

The Rubi porcelain grinder blade is well worth a try.,
Surpasses Markrist. No chipping,do not use on tiles other than porcelain or you will shorten it's life & results !
Specific diamonds & bonding are used on different blades dependent upon their specific use. So, if you use a blade designed for hard materials on soft materials & vice versa,you will drastically shorten their life & effectiveness !

Good advice!! the angle grinder is the tilers best friend and its the one piece of kit i wouldnt be without...