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tile · 06-02-2008

Hi guys can anyone tell me what the difference will be between wet tile cutters.
I see you go on about rubi cutters so am thinking of 1 around the 250 - 300 mark but what if i went for a cheap d i y cutter from 30 - 100 pounds would it be a major difference in cutting, will it make my job easier to go for a more expensive 1.
thanks, andy.
off to bed now so will read any replies in morning. if any.ta

**Dave** · 06-02-2008

The quality of the motor in the cutter is what makes the difference...you don't want a motor to pack up after a yr or so do you.....and the build quality comes into it as well..........cheap cutters are great when you first set out tiling ..but your tools are your livelihood so invest in good ones if you decide to stop in the trade is my advice....

LM Ceramics · 07-02-2008

ive just bought a cheap wet cutter from machine mart for bout £110 not tried it yet the rubi ones are good cutters im only starting up now i will get a rubi one eventually

**Sir Ramic** · 07-02-2008

If you look on Ebay and Screwfix you will see cutters by FERM, i had on a few years ago for about £70 and its still going. The tray leaked but sorted that and the water pump filter got blocked quick but thats sorted too. Not bad for the money but the motor is not strong enough in my opinion. It also has a limited cut length of about 36cm.
I have the Rubi DW250n now....havent tried it yet though.

**GazTech** · 07-02-2008

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Originally Posted by dhceramics

The quality of the motor in the cutter is what makes the difference...you don't want a motor to pack up after a yr or so do you.....and the build quality comes into it as well..........cheap cutters are great when you first set out tiling ..but your tools are your livelihood so invest in good ones if you decide to stop in the trade is my advice....

I agree with Dave...a third the price will be a third the life....if you were a skydiver....parachute for £100 or £500 ?........Gaz

frogeye · 07-02-2008

The Plasplugs Master pro ( or similar) on my pts course took some serious abuse and for less than £100 is worth having as a back up at least. I have the much cheaper version of it and for what I do now it will suffice. If and when things get a bit more hectic then yes I will look at a 'proper' bit of kit. Just toying with buying one of those Fein things at the moment.
frogeye

**grumpygrouter** · 07-02-2008

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Originally Posted by Gaz

I agree with Dave...a third the price will be a third the life....if you were a skydiver....parachute for £100 or £500 ?........Gaz

Nice analogy!

Grumpy

**Fekin** · 07-02-2008

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Originally Posted by Gaz

I agree with Dave...a third the price will be a third the life....if you were a skydiver....parachute for £100 or £500 ?........Gaz

I'd still be looking for one around £69.99

**Dave** · 07-02-2008

This is my day to day wet cutter...these are the dog danglies of cutters..had one for yrs and it has never let me down.....removable rip guide as well for plunge cuts....

Rubi Diamant D-200 Wet Tile Saw

Technical Information

Cutting Length: Unlimited
Depth of cut: 35 mm (1,3")
Maximum width for miter cuts: 42 cm (16")
0,88 kW (1,2 hp) single-phase motor. Available in 120V / 50Hz, 230 V/ 50 Hz for the UK or 230 V / 50 Hz
RPM: 2875
Blade capacity: 200 mm (8")
Tile Saw Dimensions: 47 cm x 47 cm x 26 cm (18" x 18" x 10")
Weight: 16 kg (35.3 lb)

General Information

100% Rustproof wet saw. Table, internal structure, and chassis made entirely of stainless steel
Cuts gres, ceramic, glass, tiles, marble, and other materials
200 mm (8") blade, rip guide, and thermic security switch included
Tip-up Table for mitering up to 42 cm (16") tile

not cheap though at around £580..but will last for yrs and yrs.....

tile · 07-02-2008

Thanks for that guys really helpful. Think i'll go for a rubi 1.