Tile saw for cutting brick

[cynon767]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

Hi there

When you say you removed the blade guard, did you mean that you also removed the mounting bracket to which the guard is fitted? I wouldn't mind seeing how you mounted a flange that still allows the brick to pass -
JT

I don't know if I have any pictures of the mount... I'll look through my files and get back to you. I can say that yes, I did remove the mounting bracket and replaced it with one I had rigged which was long enough to reach over the height of a brick. I used a piece of thin sheet steel about 3/4" wide and 4" long, with holes drilled at each end for the mounting screws. It was crude but simple and effective.

[jab49]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

That was the type I used. It did get a little bit wet, and I did have to cut each brick twice... cut one side, flip it over, cut the other; but it was certainly better than nothing, and since I had borrowed the tool from a friend the price was right. I had to temporarily modify the blade guard, which normally keeps the water from flying. If you remove it to allow the brick to pass, water sprays everywhere; so I remounted the guard on a flange that would allow the brick to fit. It kept most of the water in place.

If you want to do precise cuts, the other type would be better; but for me , this worked fine. If I were doing more than one oven, I would definitely invest in another saw, but for a one-off project, it was all I needed.

Hi there

When you say you removed the blade guard, did you mean that you also removed the mounting bracket to which the guard is fitted? I wouldn't mind seeing how you mounted a flange that still allows the brick to pass - having trouble envisaging a solution, as I am having to do four cuts to get a brick in half right now.

Thanks

JT

[brickie in oz]

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Give a rest with spam will you.

[cynon767]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

That was the type I used. It did get a little bit wet, and I did have to cut each brick twice... cut one side, flip it over, cut the other; but it was certainly better than nothing, and since I had borrowed the tool from a friend the price was right. I had to temporarily modify the blade guard, which normally keeps the water from flying. If you remove it to allow the brick to pass, water sprays everywhere; so I remounted the guard on a flange that would allow the brick to fit. It kept most of the water in place.

If you want to do precise cuts, the other type would be better; but for me , this worked fine. If I were doing more than one oven, I would definitely invest in another saw, but for a one-off project, it was all I needed.

[jab49]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

And what about in Australia? This is what Bunnings have to offer: Looks like it might be the type that gets you messy with every cut?

450W RYOBI? Wet Tile Cutting Saw (180mm) (ETC450) - Bunnings Warehouse

[smallholder123]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

but what about in the uk what would you use any thoughts? cheap

[jet]

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A new HF opened up last week in Worcester, MA. I picked up the HF tile/brick saw for $180 (sale price of $199.99 minus 10% grand opening discount). The grand opening flyer coupon is good through July 1.

[FIREANDFLAMES]

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Hmmm i need one too ill look into this one.

[cuda]

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Thanks, guys. That's probably the one I'll get.

[CajunKnight]

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Harbor doesnt always show sale prices. call the store and ask when it will be on sale again. If you get the right one on the line they will do it up right and let you have it for the sale price. At least I have had good luck with that here.

[Dutchoven]

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Here is a link...unfortunately current price is higher than the $200 I mentioned but sometimes is on sale...
Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
Best
Dutch

[RTflorida]

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It does not appear when you do a "wet saw" search on the HF site; a "tile saw" search wil bring it up. Item number is 95385-4VGA. It appears their long standing sale is NOT currently going on - the price is currently $249. I bought mine over a yr. ago "on sale" for $199 and $29 for the blade.

RT

[Ken524]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

Guess I'll have to keep looking for this elusive 10" wet saw from harbor freight for $200. I searched their website and didn't see it, but then again, I miss lots of things. Thanks again, folks.

I think there are two different Harbour Freight websites... I read something about the company splitting in two.

You might have better luck visiting a store if there is one near you.

[cuda]

Re: Tile saw for cutting brick

Guess I'll have to keep looking for this elusive 10" wet saw from harbor freight for $200. I searched their website and didn't see it, but then again, I miss lots of things. Thanks again, folks.

[Ken524]

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Cuda,

I bought the Harbour Freight Brick/Tile wet saw. Best money I have spent on my oven project.