Which electric tile cutter to choose?

How to choose your electric tile cutter

First, there are different models of electric tile cutters, namely: - The tilting electric tile cutter with tilting action from 90 to 45 °. The cooling system consists of a water tank in which the disc is partially immersed. - The radial or plunging head cutters whose motors are suspended and can also be tilted from 90 ° to 45 °. These models of tile cutters are equipped with a water pump that projects the water directly onto the disc.

Depending on the type of tile to be cut

The choice of your tile cutter depends on the type of tiles you want to cut. For small tiles, classic tiles, porcelain stoneware, glazed tile, earthenware, it is best to choose an electric tilting tray cutter. Indeed, this type of tile cutter is perfectly suitable for cutting small and medium tiles. The diameters of the discs on these models are between 180 to 200 mm on average. Evenly distributed water flow cools the blade. If you have to cut hard tiles, thick slabs or large tiles, it is best to use a Bridge saw. They are more powerful than previous models and have a longer cutting length. The cooling is done by evenly projecting water via a submerged pump. (blade diameter 230 to 350 mm).

Electric tile: which motor to choose?

The power of the machine should be chosen according to the density of the tile to be cut. The harder the material, the more powerful the electric tile cutter should be. The power varies between 450 and 1200 watts. Tile cutters with a power of between 450 and 750 watts are particularly suitable for cutting the following materials: Earthenware, glazed tiles, ceramics, stoneware or porcelain because they are softer. For materials such as marble, granite, slabs and reconstituted stone, a more powerful electric tile cutter should be used, between 750 and 1200 watts. Action Bricolage has many models of electric tile cutters. Check our catalogue and find the model that corresponds to your needs!