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:
Use for wet cutting tile and marble. Powerful high-torque universal motor. Sliding aluminum die-cast cutting table accommodates 18" tiles. Tilting head allows for precise 45 degree miter cuts. Maintenance-free, self-lubricating pinion and gear-box assembl y. Chrome guide-bar and linear bearing assembly ensures accurate tracking and alignment. 3/4" diameter chrome-plated linear guide-bar system. Heavy-duty on/off switch. Built-in water pump receptacle. Hinged blade guard for easy blade changes. Single piece zinc-plated steel frame for rigidity, strength and durability. High-impact removable thermoplastic water reservoir. MK-Safeswitch prevents saw from being operated when locking key is removed. One-year limited warranty. STANDARD EQUIPMEN
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
made in china
I don't understand why MK, an American company risked the company's image of quality products and start manufacturing cheap tile saws made in china. I was quite upset when I open the MK 159943 MK-370 7" 1-1/4 HP Tile Saw box and saw the made in china sticker. It takes about 30 minutes to assemble the stand and everything else together. The assembly was easy; however, when I powered on the motor, it made a loud cutter noise and the water pump sucks. I will not buy another MK product.
Nice wet saw for your DIYers
I purchased this saw to lay ceramic tile on the kitchen floor and backsplash. I also used it to cut marble for two bathroom floors and showers. The blade that came with the saw worked for the kitchen floor only. After that, I bought a high quality DeWalt blade. Talk about a difference. Anyway, the saw works really well. My biggest complaint would be the water pump. Really cheap...but it does do the job. I ended up using a five gallon bucket of clean unused water that was siphoned out by the water pump to... more info
Slide is fair, pump is poor, blade is fair, GET READY FOR MEDIOCRE!!
First of all, let me say that for an American-made tool, A LOT of high-value parts say "China" on them. All except for that big "Made in the USA" sticker on the front. I guess maybe the tub was made in the USA, or it was packaged in the USA, but that's about all. Second, it's an okay tool, but this thing is not all that great. THIS THING COST ME $260 FROM LOWES, AND IF I PAID THE SAME FOR A SMALL TABLE SAW AND GOT THIS PILE OF PARTS I'D BE VERY VERY UPSET. Slide is fair - Plastic, sits on bushings... more info
Workforce THD 850 as alternative
This is a review of the Workforce THD 850 tile saw that Home Dept sells for $297. It competes directly with the MK-370EXP and looks/works the same with a few exceptions. I needed a good tile saw to do several jobs and was willing to spend up to $300. I was going to get a MK-370 for about $240, but the vendor (not Amazon) screwed up the order and pissed me off, so I cancelled. At the same time Home Depot did a 10% off sale, so I decided to try their Workforce THD 850. Like the 370, the 850 has a 7"... more info
