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Montolit 245T Scoring Wheel for Tile Cutters - Titanium Scoring Wheel That Keeps Your Cutter Cutting at Peak Performance When clean, accurate scori...
View full detailsMontolit Oil for P3 Tile Cutters (5-Pack) – Maintenance-Grade Lubrication for Smooth, Consistent Scoring Montolit Oil for P3 Tile Cutters is engine...
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Montolit Rubber Mat for Mosaic Tile – Enhanced Stability for Accurate Mosaic Cutting The Montolit Rubber Mat for Mosaic Tile is engineered to solve...
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Sigma replacement swivel measurement bar and guide. Measurements in inches. 90DG: Fits Model 2G 90D3P: Fits Models 2A3, 2B3, 2C4, 2D4 90LB: Fits ...
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Sigma 14A Scoring Wheel for Pull Cutters A clean score is the foundation of every accurate tile cut, and the Sigma 12 mm Scoring Wheel is built to ...
View full detailsSigma Pull Handle Replacements - Restore Control and Confidence to Your Sigma Tile Cutter A worn or damaged pull handle can compromise scoring accu...
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Protect your tool investment with the a carry bag for your Sigma Tile Cutter. This rolling carrying case for your large format Sigma Tile Cutter ca...
View full detailsThese handles serve as replacement handles for the Sigma Max Push Tile Cutters. They may also be used on the Sigma Pull Tile Cutter models to cover...
View full detailsRubi Replacement Scoring Wheels for TK/TZ/TX-Max — Precision Scoring Across RUBI’s Professional Cutter Line The Rubi Silver TZ/TX-Max Replacement ...
View full detailsMontolit ATLAS Adjustable Tile Support System - Full Support for Large Format Tile The Montolit ATLAS Adjustable Tile Support System is built for t...
View full detailsRubi SILVER TS/TR/Speed Magnet Replacement Scoring Wheels These 10mm shank scoring wheels are compatible with the cutter ranges: TR-MAGNET, TS-MAX,...
View full detailsThis carbide scoring wheel is compatible with all of Sigma Max push handle style tile cutters.
Replacement cutting guides for Montolit tile cutters. Please select from the following model numbers: Model 452P - 11" Cutting Guide for Montolit 2...
View full detailsMontolit Support Arms for Nos. 75P5 - 161P5 (Set of 2) Montolit Support Arms for the 75P5 and 161P5 Masterpiuma cutters provide added stability and...
View full detailsReplacement clamping knob lever for 3 Series Sigma tile cutters.
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Montolit Breaker Foot & Hardware for P3/P5 Cutters The breaker foot plays a critical role in the performance of every Montolit Masterpiuma cutt...
View full detailsSigma Series 4 Green Laser - Laser-Guided Accuracy for Faster, More Precise Cuts When precision matters, the Sigma Series 4 Laser adds an extra lev...
View full detailsMontolit Masterpiuma Replacement Rip Guides - Accuracy Built Into Every Detail The Montolit Masterpiuma Replacement Rip Guides are precision compon...
View full detailsSigma 64B2 Magnetic Mosaic Mat - Stable Mosaic Cutting Without the Headache Cutting mosaics accurately can be one of the most frustrating parts of ...
View full detailsSigma 4 Series "UP" Pull Handle These handles serve as replacement handles for the Sigma Series 4 UP pull style tile cutters. Please see: Part # 1...
View full detailsSigma Series 4 Tile Cutter Replacement Measuring Bars Over time, heavy use can wear or damage measuring bars, leading to inconsistent cuts and lost...
View full detailsSigma 14N Nex Tile Cutter Scoring Wheels - Precision Scoring Performance for Sigma NEX Cutters Accurate scoring is critical to clean, predictable t...
View full detailsSigma Series 4 "NEX" Push Handle - Restore Control and Precision to Your Sigma Series 4 NEX Cutter A worn or damaged push handle can compromise sco...
View full detailsMontolit Minipiuma Replacement Rip Guide The Montolit Minipiuma Replacement Rip Guide is engineered to bring your cutter back to its original preci...
View full detailsUnderstanding the basic pieces of these machines is necessary before getting into the intricacies of tile cutter parts. A tile cutter's basic components are the base, handle, breaker mechanism, and cutting wheel. While the cutting wheel scores the tile's surface to produce a clean break, the base offers the tile stability and support during the cutting process. The breaker mechanism makes it easier for the tile to separate along the scored line, while the handle permits regulated pressure and movement.
The cutting wheel—sometimes referred to as the scoring wheel—is perhaps the most important part of a tile cutter. Usually composed of sturdy materials such as tungsten carbide, the cutting wheel moves in a circular motion across the tile's surface, producing an exact scoreline. The intended cut is easily breakable due to the tile's weakness as a result of this scoreline.
The base of the tile cutter supports the tile when cutting it. To guarantee precise and straight cuts, it has fences or guide rails. Because of the guide's adjustability, tile shapes and sizes can be customized.
A tile cutter's handle gives the operator leverage and control over the cutting process. It has a pressure bar attached to it that pushes down on the tile to make sure the cutting wheel makes good contact with the surface.
Tile cutter parts need to be maintained regularly for maximum performance. This includes lubricating moving parts to guarantee smooth performance, cleaning the cutting wheel to minimize dirt buildup, and looking for any indications of wear or damage. Because of normal wear and tear, several parts of the tile cutter will eventually need to be replaced.
The cutting wheel, which scores the tile, is a heavily used part that needs to be changed regularly to preserve cutting accuracy. Constant use can cause the pressure bar to deteriorate or deform, therefore, it needs to be replaced to maintain constant pressure during cutting. The accuracy of the cuts may be hampered if the guiderails are twisted or worn. The tile cutter can be made to align and cut precisely again by replacing the guide rails.
When it comes to tile installation, accuracy is a must. To produce results of a professional caliber, one must have a complete understanding of the components and functions of tile cutters. Your tile cutter may continue to be a dependable partner in your projects, producing perfect cuts with each usage, if you make an investment in high-quality tools and carry out routine maintenance.