14In cut off saw. 14in cut off saw
in cut off saw
What’s not to love about metal cut off machines? They’re like miter saws for metal and they make sparks! I realize that might not be the most professional viewpoint around, but sparks make most warm blooded males excited. So we’re warming up for a series of metal cut off saws in preparation for a super-secret project we have going on at the shop right now. We’ll be looking at a few different blade options, too. We’ve decided to start with a look at the Ridgid 14-inch Abrasive Cut Off Machine.
For the most part, metal cut off saws aren’t the sexiest tools in the shop and the feature set is pretty limited. After all, it’s got one of the toughest jobs to do and you don’t need a tool that’s worried about chipping its nails when doing it. Ridgid built their saw around a 15 amp motor, which should be what you’re looking for in this class of tool. We’ll see how it feels when we get down to cutting some steel in a couple weeks.
Ridgid 14-inch Abrasive Cut Off Machine Features
The machine sits on a steel base which moves away from the last generation’s bench top shop role and shifts toward the contractor. On one hand, you need a bench top tool like this to sit tight when cutting. At the same time, Ridgid wanted this model to be mobile, so they dropped more than half the weight from their previous model that had a cast iron base. We’ll be sure to see if the weight loss has any detrimental effect on stability, but my guess is that it will be negligible at first glance. Solid rubber feet on the base absorb vibration and should keep the machine from walking on us. A carry handle makes transportation easier.
The included fence allows for 45 degree miter cuts both left and right. You can make those adjustments tool free. We’ll be sure and look specifically at how easily those adjustments are made, how accurate are cuts are, and how secure the fence is. To hold material securely, you have a vise clamp equipped with a quick release lever.
There’s a solid blade guard in place that will help protect against any accidental brushes with the blade. It should keep most of the sparks from landing on us during use. Ridgid added on an oversize spark deflector to direct the sparks downward. The wheel locks in place for transportation with a chain. I like the simplicity here – if the chain breaks, I can just buy a new length.
Ridgid 14-inch Abrasive Cut Off Machine Specifications
- Model: Ridgid R4142
- Motor: 15 amp
- No Load Speed: 3900 RPM
- Wheel Diameter: 14″
- Arbor: 1″
- Miter Range: 45 degrees left and right
- Steed Stud Cut Capacity: Full Bundle
- Pipe Cut Capacity: 5″ (outside diameter)
- Bar Stock Cut Capacity: 2″
- Price: 179
- Warranty: Lifetime Service Agreement
First Impressions
Clint DeBoer and Tim Johnson made a few cuts on some steel stock to “make sure the saw was in good condition.” I may not be the brightest crayon in the box, but I’m pretty sure they really just wanted to make some sparks…especially since they then went on to cut some tool steel (just because they could). Regardless, the first impressions are good with straight cuts and a chip deflector that seems to be very effective.
Don’t try this at home, kids. We’re cutting through tool steel with an abrasive blade (while staying well out of the way and wearing lots of safety equipment!
Overall, the Ridgid 14-inch Abrasive Cut Off Machine is simple, but well built. We have some performance considerations to look at and we’ll get back to once we’ve had a chance to put blade to steel for a while. We’re going to look at what this can do with the stock abrasive blade in place, but we’ve also got blades from Milwaukee and Diablo in house to see what the performance will be like with an upgrade.
MX Fuel 14in Cut Off Saw
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K4000 Wet 14in Electric Cut Off Saw
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Metabo HPT 14-inch 75cc Cut Off-Saw CM75EBP
The Metabo HPT 14-inch 75cc Cut Off Saw CM75EBP rebrands the original Hitachi model with the Metabo HPT name. This Pro-level saw allows quick concrete cutting for small window and door openings. It also appears to have plenty of power for cutting paving stones and curbstone for landscaping. This gas saw uses a three-stage air filter, includes a water kit, and has on-board service tools. Between the apparent power and features, this saw looks like a great fit for most any new construction and/or renovation jobs.
As you’d expect. this 14-inch power cutter has plenty of cutting capacity, and the 75cc gas engine provides solid power. Metabo HPT also optimized emissions without sacrificing power or adding weight. Metabo uses metal for the arm cover plate, wheel guard, lower guard, and footplate.
The Metabo HPT CM75EBP cut off saw starts easily thanks to a decompression valve and one-lever choke for cold-weather starting. The tool-free blade guard can be adjusted easily to switch between wall and floor-cutting. Continuing the tool-free pattern, users can also remove and clean the foam pre-filter without a tool.
The 14-inch concrete saw weighs just 23.4 pounds and carries a 1-year warranty. This power cutter comes with a 14-inch abrasive wheel, 25mm to 20mm reducer ring, water kit, and on-board mounted service tools.
The Metabo HPT CM75EBP Power Cutter Includes
- Abrasive Wheel (14 in.)
- Combi Box Spanner Wrench (6698582)
- Hex Bar Wrench 4 x 135 mm (6699918)
- Adapter Collar (6699919)
- Safety Glasses (875769)
Metabo HPT 14-inch Cut-Off Saw Specifications
- Engine: 75cc Two-stroke
- Fuel capacity: 37.1 oz.
- Run time: 27 min
- Arbor size: 20 mm
- Anti-vibration system
- Coil spring
- Starting system: Standard recoil w/decompression valve
- Noise: 103 dB(A) SPL
- Air filtration: Three-filter (foam pre-filter, paper, nylon)
- Weight: 23.4lbs
- Warranty: 1-year
Maintenance Parts
- Recoil Start Assembly (6699876)
- Foam Pre-Filter (6699872)
- Belt (6699877)
- Paper Air Filter (6699868)
- Nylon Filter (6699867)
- Spark Plug (6699320 / BPMR7A)
- Pump Filter Body / Fuel Filter (6692285)
- 20mm Reducer Ring (6699919)
Clint DeBoer
When he’s not playing with the latest power tool, Clint DeBoer enjoys life as a husband, father, and avid reader—especially the Bible. He loves Jesus, has a degree in recording engineering, and has been involved in multimedia and/or online publishing in one form or another since 1992.
Clint’s career has covered nearly the entire realm of audio and video production. After graduating at the top of his class with an Associates Degree in Recording Engineering, he began working for the famed Soundelux studios in 1994, one of the largest post-production companies specializing in audio for feature films television. Working on a myriad of feature films, Clint honed his skills as a dialogue editor, foley editor, and sound designer. Years later, he moved into the expanding area of video editing, where he served as the company’s senior AVID video editor for three years.
Working for such clients as Universal Pictures, Hollywood Pictures, Paramount Home Entertainment, NASA, Universal Studios, Planet Hollywood, SEGA, NASCAR, and others, Clint DeBoer dealt extensively with client management as well as film video editing, color correction, and digital video MPEG compression. He also carries several THX certifications (Technician I and II, THX Video), and is ISF Level II Certified.
After founding the CD Media, Inc. publishing company in 1996, he went on to help start or grow several successful online publications, including Audioholics (as Editor-in-Chief for 12 years), Audiogurus, and AV Gadgets. In 2008, Clint founded Pro Tool Reviews followed by the landscape and outdoor power equipment-focused OPE Reviews in 2017. He also heads up the Pro Tool Innovation Awards, an annual awards program honoring innovative tools and accessories across the trades.
Crediting God and his excellent staff for the success of what is now the largest power tool review publication in the industry, Clint DeBoer hopes to see continued growth for the company as it rapidly expands its reach. Pro Tool Reviews critically reviews hundreds of hand tools, power tools, and accessories each year to help inform users about the best and newest products in the industry. Reaching everyone from the construction industry professional and tradesman to the serious DIYer, Pro Tool Reviews helps tool consumers shop better, work smarter, and stay aware of what tools and products can help put them at the top of their game.
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Milwaukee MX FUEL Equipment On My Job (An Ongoing Series).The 14″ Cut-Off Saw
MILWAUKEE MX FUEL 14″ CUT-OFF SAW 2 BATTERY KIT W/ ONE-KEY MXF314-2XC
Manufacturer: Milwaukee Price: 2,499.00 Power source: MX FUEL Battery Motor size: 5350 RPMs Weight: 32
Recently, I got a chance to try out two of the new products on the Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment lineup of light commercial duty tools. The MXF314-2XC Cut-Off Saw and the MX301-2CP Core Drill Kit recently saved me time and money right out of the box.
In this review, I’m going to FOCUS on my experience with the MX FUEL 14” Cut-Off Saw. But make sure you check out the article about my experience with the MX FUEL Core Drill as well!
A Monday Morning-Type Problem, Right?
“What do you mean you can’t get the concrete coring subcontractor out here until Thursday? I’m dead in the water until I have those cores drilled. And that’s four days from now!”
In the 2021 commercial construction environment where I operate, a real constraint is keeping up with changes and issues that mean getting a concrete slab cut or concrete cores done ASAP. Often, someone has dropped the ball or realized they need to react to the situation immediately. Mostly, these kinds of issues are not significant in scope but are undoubtedly large in impact. This is especially the case if the GC contract has Liquidated Damages or other punitive clauses for failing to meet the schedule. That is why getting these seemingly small items done right away can be critical to an organized and effective workflow.
Wishful Thinking
Certainly, I wish that people would plan better so that these kinds of issues do not pop up. However, I think we will solve global warming or world peace long before getting people to plan proactively.
Bur rather than accept the time delays, I now have a great option with Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment. I can call on these battery-powered tools when I need some quick turnaround on concrete cutting and coring. The Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment are a key to solving such pressing job site problems.
First Call for the MXF314-2XC Cut-Off Saw
Earlier this month, I received two Milwaukee MX FUEL tools on my jobs to evaluate their use and performance. I had the equipment less than one week before I put them to productive use.
First, my crews used a 14″ cut-off saw to open up asphalt streets for digging test pits that the engineers recently requested. The engineers needed additional information to complete their work and the entire project was on hold until they had the test pit information.
With the MX 14″ cutoff saw, my crew was able to start cutting up the street within minutes of when the request came in. Most importantly, I did not have to wait the three days for a specialty subcontractor to get to the site. In addition, we did not have to run to the gas station or find the two-cycle oil to mix up the correct ratio of gas-to-oil. We plugged in a charged battery and started up the saw and a battery-operated Milwaukee tank and pump. The guys started cutting up the pavement right as our vac truck backed up to the site.
MXF314-2XC Features
- Fully Compatible with the MX FUEL Equipment System
- No Gas Headaches; Fastest Cuts From Start To Finish
- Push Button Activation
- 5″ Cut Depth
- Absolutely No Emissions
- No Mixing Gas Oil
- Eliminates Engine Maintenance
- Onboard Water Connection
- 2 Year Warranty
- ONE-KEY Compatible
MXF314-2XC Specifications
- Battery Type Lithium-Ion
- Battery System MX FUEL /li>
- Blade Diameter 14″
- Cut Depth 5″
- RPMS 5350
- Blade Arbor Size 1″/20 mm
- Length 73″
- Width 12″
- Height 93″
- Weight 32 lbs
- Equipment Warranty 2 year
- Battery Warranty 2 year
- Push Button Activation Yes
- One Key Compatible Yes
Milwaukee MX FUEL Cut-Off Saw Performance
The Milwaukee saw performance tracked the Milwaukee-suggested performance. It is as fast as a conventional gas-powered saw. This MX FUEL saw delivers the power to provide a best-in-class cutting solution. Milwaukee has a table of anticipated lineal feet to expect from a fully charged battery. I have copied the factory data in the table below:
| Material |
| Cuts through 8″ Ductile Iron Pipe |
| Cuts through 8″ Cast Iron Pipe |
| Feet in concrete at a depth of 5″ |
| Cuts through 8″ CMU Block |
| Feet in Corrugated Metal Decking |
| Cuts in Rebar |
A Great Solution for Confined or Interior Spaces
The battery-powered equipment does not have the run-time to match a gasoline-powered saw. But the crew remarked that they like the idea of a battery-powered saw in a confined space. These guys often work inside of manholes or in deep trenches. The same goes for cutting in an interior space. Also, one crew member said how much he liked the idea of 100% certainty that the saw will start, no matter what the temperature is at the site. There was no more pulling, choking, wasted time, and colorful language needed to start up the cutoff saw.
Our field experience tracked in agreement with the factory data. We had four fully charged batteries available, and we cut 28 linear feet of street asphalt with three batteries depleted fully and one battery with 50% charge remaining. Each of the crew that used the saw was impressed with the electric motor’s torque and power. “This Thing is a Beast” one of the crew said multiple times (some language censored out of that quote).
The Milwaukee 2819-21WS Water Supply Kit in a Remote Location
Part of the challenge with remotely located asphalt cutting is how to provide a consistent flow of water onto the blade. In our case, we had a great Milwaukee accessory to use with the saw. I own a 2820-21WS M18 Switch Tank Water Supply Kit. I used this tank during a Tool Box Buzz 9-inch cordless cutoff saw comparison. In our MX FUEL equipment use case, this tank came in very handy and married up to the MXF314-2XC saw with no issues.
This tank is a great solution. It holds 4 gallons of water and contains a battery-operated pump. The M18 XC3.0 battery can power the tank through 12 full tanks of water. Users can adjust the 2820-21WS pump through a range of 20 psi to 60 psi. The quick connector coupling on the end of the 10 feet of hose clipped onto the 14 “cutoff saw with no issues.
To cap off one of the most significant features of the 2820-21WS water supply kit, it helps users will comply with the OSHA Table 1 requirements for dust mitigation. For inside or confined space work, the 2810-21WS enhances safety and cleanliness.
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Water Source
We had a very convenient source of water from the onboard water tank in the vac truck at the job site. That water source allowed the crew to refill our Milwaukee pump. The work crew usually splashes water from a 5-gallon bucket onto their cutoff saws in the past. In our setup, we had a tank/pump combination with a variable flow adjustment. Our equipment configuration meant a much more steady water source that flows water directly onto the cutting blade. The crew was impressed with the entire equipment setup.
MXF314-2XC Has Great Wheels – Way Easier on our Backs!
One of the best-liked features was the wheels on the bottom of the saw. That meant the crew did not need to support the saw’s weight as they would need to when they use their gas-powered equipment.
The pavement supports the weight of the saw. The crew used their efforts to control the plunge cut’s depth and the speed of advancement. They remarked about the lack of fatigue and strain on their backs. Even our safety personnel seconded that observation and noted the process improvement and potential reduction of lost-time back injuries using the Milwaukee MX saw.
The Milwaukee equipment allowed us to get a timely start on opening the roadway and start excavating the test pit with no delays. While the runtime of a battery-powered piece of equipment will not match up to that of a gas-powered cutoff saw, the MXF314-2CX goes toe-to-toe with power and torque. The added convenience of instant start and no exhaust fumes and engine noise put this saw way above the gas-powered equipment. Great engineering features like the wheels on the bottom and the accessory tank make the Milwaukee MX FUEL system a compelling investment. It is going to be my go-to equipment for light-duty quick turnaround projects.
Final Thoughts – Milwaukee MX FUEL Cut-Off Saw
An investment in Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment is a lot of money for any contractor. The MXF314-2XC cut-off saw with two of the XC406 batteries and charger will run online for around 2,500. Is this kind of investment justified for a commercial contractor? My personal answer is an unqualified – YES.
Here is why the MX Equipment is Worth the Investment.
In my company, we hit the start of a job very hard because our experience has shown that getting a job underway is often a slow ramp-up. But in my case, I push the job start as the most critical time in the job because it is the time where I can make up or better the time in the schedule at a minimal cost. Tell me which is easier. Saving (or not losing) time when you have about 12 guys and two subcontractors present, or scrambling to save time when you have 150 personnel and 15 subcontractors tripping all over themselves near the end of a job? At the end of jobs, I have seen contractors and owners throw barrels of money away just to save (or pick up) a few days on the schedule. Those dollars are often spent with questionable actual results.
But let me bring the discussion back to the case at hand. My current job has liquidated damages clause that would cost my company an amount that equates to 2,095/ workday. With the Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment, I avoided wasting three days on the roadwork to start the test pits. I also avoided another three days of delay in starting the electrical conduit work. Both of those delays would cost me valuable time at the critical start of the job. by my calculations, having the Milwaukee MX FUEL equipment available to go with minimal startup timing was worth 12,600 to me. That value is just shy of 2 times what the equipment initially cost.