1-1/4-horsepower engine for high torque (5500 rpm) and power
High-impact thermoplastic water reservoir will not rust or peel; chrome guide bar; zinc-plated steel frame
Includes saw, blade, submersible water pump, adjustable rip guide & Model #160131 Stand
Editorial Review:
At just 27 pounds, you wouldn't expect a lot of power, but that's just the first surprise with this tile saw from MK Diamond. Its powerful 115-volt motor turns the 7-inch diamond blade at 5,500 rpm, making quick work of tiles up to 12 inches. MK's conveyor cart gives precise, chip-free cuts on tile and marble. The high-impact thermoplastic water reservoir holds three gallons, and the thermally protected water pump delivers 95 gallons an hour. The reservoir won't rust or peel and comes off easily for cleaning. The unique sliding guide assembly and adjustable rip guide ensure precise alignment during cutting. Safety features include the hinged blade guard and the MK Safeswitch. Here's professional quality at an affordable price for both the tradesman and the homeowner.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
tile guy the saw cuts smooth, and is lightweight, portable, but my only concern is that I may need to get my hearing checked. They couldn't have made this saw any louder!!! Great price for an MK, but just a little loud.
Solid Construction - Cheap Blade I have used this tool several times to get the feel of cutting tile. I am still at the exploration stage until my wife okay's a complete room remodel. Anyway, the tool cuts clean and the ability to cut at 45 degrees can hide unfinished edges (although they are not hard to polish on natural stone). I get very mininal chipping now after I changed out the stock blade. The water pump system works fine and the tub is sufficiently large to run several tiles without worrying about overflow. As with any tile cutter... more info
Should Have Gone Up-Scale I have the 370 not the EXP, however, other than the shorter travel the units are similar. I've had the saw about 4 years and use it to remodel my home and the homes of my children. I've used it to do three bathrooms, two kitchens, one sun room, a fireplace surround and a marble counter top. As others have stated it's a real bear to get the table alligned to get a straight cut, even when you do, it seems the next time you use it you have to start all over again. The table isn't flat across the surface so... more info
I would suggest a higher end model This saw has issues w/ rip cuts over 12". It will rip cut 13" tile, but dangerous. The sliding plate has some variance, the blade gets nasty after 6", you need 2 hands to secure the tile, so reaching one hand up and over the motor to cut the power is a spooky manuever. The first 13" tile I cut shot out and hit the wall.
The main problem, besides the loose action of that caddy, is that the pump does not direct the water to the blade.
MK Diamond does have excellent customer service, they suggested... more info
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