- What can a ring saw do that a normal wet saw cannot?
- The ring blade cuts in any direction, so it makes curved, shaped and plunge cuts. A circular wet saw is limited to straight cuts and cannot start a cut in the middle of a tile.
- Is the 1 hp motor enough for porcelain and stone?
- It handles ceramic and most porcelain tile well. Owners say it slows in thick hard stone, so feed slowly and use a blade suited to the material.
- How often do ring blades need replacing?
- Blade life depends on the material and how hard you push. Owners report noticeable wear after heavy use, and replacements are a recurring cost.
- Does it need a water supply?
- It is a wet saw with its own water tray and pump, so it needs no hose hookup. Keep the tray filled and clean the pump regularly.
- Who is it not for?
- Shoppers who mostly cut long straight runs of tile are better served by a sliding rail wet saw, which is faster and cheaper to run.
- Where is the Diamond Tech Revolution XT Ring Saw cheapest?
- At StoneTooling, for $2,654.32, as of our latest check.