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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 17:34:52 GMT -5
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Post by deb193redux on Mar 24, 2013 17:56:39 GMT -5
yes, there is a vise for the MK-101 tile saw that mounts on a deck like that. unless you rig something creative, you do not get cross-feed, so it is better for cutting rock in two than for making slabs.
you would also want to rig a gravity feed so you do not have to stand there for 20-30 minutes at a time.
you might be advised to get a better diamond blade too.
it will also splash a lot of water and best used outside.
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Post by NM Stone Supply on Mar 24, 2013 20:51:21 GMT -5
That is a great saw, I have a 10" HF saw. I have had it for 5 years and it works great. I just hold and roll the stones, with a vise the blade will last longer. I might need to go get this new make, I have seen this new one in the store and for the price, it looks very well built.
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Post by johnjsgems on Mar 26, 2013 14:33:52 GMT -5
Yes on the MK/BD vise and it does have a cross feed. Make sure arbor is 5/8" and use it with a good lapidary or stone blade. With a 301 blade on my MK101 I can push 4" x 6" rocks through in seconds it seems like. You will ne4ed a dressing stick handy to cut that fast as you dull the blade quickly.
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cdfcal
having dreams about rocks
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Post by cdfcal on Apr 2, 2013 6:15:17 GMT -5
I love my tile saw. which is also a mk 101. these saws are common on craigslist or classified and can be bought used pretty reasonable. I just hand hold my rocks and don't expect them to be PERFECT CUTS. What you lose in accuracy is made up in speed and using water instead of oil. Some of the rock I cut really absorbs oil so the tile saw is perfect for that. Also if a rock is to big for your slab saw you can cut huge rocks down to size by raising your saw head and making several cuts. I do wear eye protection and a mask.
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Gregory
off to a rocking start
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Post by Gregory on Apr 27, 2013 20:04:05 GMT -5
Daniel god bless you for finding this and posting it. Just saved me about $500-800. Order it liked you said with 20% of sale price. Any luck with finding a vice for it or a stand.
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