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Discuss Sierra Electrica in the Tiling Tools at Tilers Forum; Howzit going people! Just about to start my first job and need to buy a wet cutter quickly ... Used a Biccolina on my course and although I could not ...- 02-12-2007 #1Tiling Forum Contributor
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Sierra Electrica
Howzit going people! Just about to start my first job and need to buy a wet cutter quickly ... Used a Biccolina on my course and although I could not fault it, it was totally unable to handle 45 degree mitres on raised borders so I'm looking for a better wet cutter.
The fella at Topps Tiles was very helpful and said they have a Sierra Electrica 850W model that would be what I am looking for but I'm not convinced because I can't find anything on them - can anyone help??
Also, has anyone got the Makita 4191 wet cutter? It looks small and compact but again, there's not too much written about this either because it looks new to market (might be wrong on this one).
I've got £200 to spend ... let me know guys, I've got a job to start next week tiling a 15 sq m bathroom with 635mm x 315mm tiles so need to get the right cutter that'll do the job.
Final thing - used a plasplugs on the course as well and if you like a shower at work then that's the one to go for so the less spray the better!!
Thanks in advance
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If you want to spend a bit more try one of these cutters... http://www.buybrandtools.com/acatalo...-wet-saws.html
and welcome to the forums..Last edited by Dave; 02-12-2007 at 11:22 AM.
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Is this the Sierra Electrica model Gaz?? The fella in my local Topps Tiles in Birkenhead was very helpful but I'm dubious about spending out 200 notes on something I've not tried and can't see online ... any advice is much appreciated!!!
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On my system it is just called wet saw...800watt. If you have time to scoot over to Preston...I constantly have one on display..they sell like hot cakes,you won't find pictures of it online because it is exclusive to topps,I reckon it is supplied by QEP...but don't quote me.....I may even sell it to you at forum discount price.....Gaz
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And what price would that be then ?
Still looking for a wet cutter myself.
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Cheers Gaz, reckon I'll probably do one up to see you tomorrow ... is the one you're talking about on legs? What's the spray factor like??
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Might be expensive cutters but the motors on them are spot on....
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has anyone got the Makita 4191 wet cutter? It looks small and compact but again, there's not too much written about this either because it looks new to market (might be wrong on this one).
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Those cutters have been out for years...nice and handy for site work when there's no power on etc..
Makita 4191DWB 80mm Cordless Tile Cutter
Features:
Wheel diameter: 80mm
Max. Cutting depths: @ 90deg. = 21mm
@ 45deg. = 16mm
No load speed: 1,000rpm
Net weight (kg): 2.1
Battery: 12v 2.2Ah Ni-MH
Charging time: 65min.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT:
Charger, battery cartridge, diamond wheel, hex wrench, water tap & tube, water tank
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Thanks DHceramics ... have you used one? Are they any good???
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I used one about 10 yrs back.. i cut a 8x8 ceramic and it cut it ok...but the new model is more powerful and better batteries....would be a handy tool to have but wouldn't replace a flatbed wet saw though....
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Still wondering if any of you experienced guys have actually bought a sierra electrica tile saw from Topps and got anything positive to say i.e. recommend it to me as a novice as I have my 1st job this week tiling a bathroom floor to ceiling with 635mm x 325mm tiles.
Let me know guys so I can make up my mind whether or not to shoot over to Preston to have a look at Gaz's model ...
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That's a nope from me . never heard of them....
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Cheers Dave ... bought a QEP machine from Gaz today, got to collect it on Wed ... looks to be a superb wet cutter!!
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