8 best gas cutters and electric cuts

Concrete cutters are a successful symbiosis of the grinder and the circular saw. These powerful tools are designed for cutting asphalt, concrete, brick, stone, metals and pipes. More recently, concrete cutters could be found in the hands of road builders, rescue workers or builders. Today, the price of power cutters and electric cutters has become affordable for home craftsmen. Having such equipment in hand, you can safely take up laying paving slabs or replacing wiring in a panel or brick house. The recommendations of our experts will help you to choose the concrete cutter that is optimal for technical parameters.

How to choose a gas cutter

Engine's type. All concrete cutters can be divided into two groups.

1. The most popular are gas cutters. This type of equipment is equipped with small gasoline engines. It is indispensable in professional activities, gas cutters and owners of private houses being built are suitable.
2. Electric cutters are equipped with electric motors. These can be household appliances (220 V) or stand-alone appliances with a built-in battery. Concrete cutters of this type are usually used by home craftsmen to perform small amounts of work.

Cutting method. Cutting concrete, stone or brick can be either dry or wet.

1. In the first case, a large amount of dust is formed, which falls into the tool body, reducing the service life. The dry method is suitable for cutting metals.
2. To use wet cutting, the concrete cutter must be able to supply water to the work area. Water not only precipitates dust, but also cools the saw blade, extending its service life.

Engine power. Depending on the goals chosen motor power is selected.

1. In professional activity, when you have to constantly work with reinforced concrete or stone, gasoline equipment with a capacity of 5 liters or more is required. with. Gasoline cutters with a 4-5 l engine do a good job with asphalt or brick. with.
2. For home use, both gas cutters (from 4 hp. P.) And electric cuts (from 2 kW) are suitable.

Depth of cut. The choice of concrete cutter depends on the depth of the cut. The tool should provide a cut of about 10-20% more than is required. For example, if you have to work with a 150 mm thick concrete slab, then it is better to purchase a tool with a maximum cutting depth of 170 mm.

The diameter of the disk. All concrete cutters are designed to use cutting discs of a certain size. The diameter of the circle is limited by a protective casing, which is necessary for safety reasons. In the professional sphere, discs with a diameter of 350–400 mm are used; in everyday life, cutting-off wheels of 200–300 mm are often enough.

Air cleaning. Any concrete cutter produces a large amount of dust, even when using a wet cutting method. Therefore, manufacturers install special air purification systems. The more filter elements used in the technique, the longer its service life.Even in household appliances there should be at least two filters (external and internal).

Vibration protection. Work with concrete or stone is accompanied by strong vibration, which is transmitted to the hands of the operator. When buying a power cutter, it is important to pay attention to the presence of soft coatings on the handle, vibration damping system and special shock absorbers.

We selected 8 best gas cutters and electric cuts to the review. Most of them are widely represented in Russian stores. When distributing positions in the ranking, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic users were taken into account.

Rating the best gas cutters and electric cuts

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best gas cutters	1	Oleo-Mac 963 TTA-14 3000 W 4.1 hp 350 mm	57 990 ₽
	2	STIHL TS 800 5000 W 6.8 hp 400 mm	84 490 ₽
	3	Husqvarna K 970-14 6.44 hp 350 mm	78 596 ₽
	4	Wacker Neuson BTS 635s 4300 W 5.8 hp 350 mm	75 000 ₽
	5	Solo 880-12 4000 W 5.5 HP 300 mm	39 000 ₽
	6	Makita DPC7330 4200 W 300 mm	40 486 ₽
The best electric cuts	1	Messer C14 2800 W 355 mm	63 454 ₽
	2	STIHL TSA 230 230 mm	25 990 ₽

The best gas cutters

Gasoline cutters are able to cope with the most difficult tasks during construction work. This technique is characterized by long operating time, autonomy and high performance. Experts appreciated the capabilities of the following units.

Oleo-Mac 963 TTA-14 3000 W 4.1 hp 350 mm

Rating: 4.9

The highest marks in the reviews put domestic consumers of the Oleo-Mac 963 TTA-14 gas cutter. This model does not have a record power (4.1 hp. Pp.), But it allows you to work with a disk with a diameter of 350 mm. Experts note the excellent value for money, which allows the technology to take the top building pedestal in our rating. The model deserves praise from the experts for its convenience of use. The manufacturer has successfully distributed the weight in the central part of the instrument, so the hands do not get tired after long work. And if we take into account the small weight (10.4 kg) and the anti-vibration system, then the gas cutter is also suitable for professional activity.

Users are satisfied with the quality of the tool, its performance and availability. Only gasoline should be poured high quality.

STIHL TS 800 5000 W 6.8 hp 400 mm

Rating: 4.8

The heavy-duty high-performance equipment is the STIHL TS 800 gas cutter. The device is equipped with a 6.8 liter gasoline engine. with., the speed of rotation of the spindle reaches 9000 rev / min. It is allowed to install a large cutting disc (400 mm) on the cutter, which provides a cutting depth of 143 mm. The manufacturer took care of operator comfort by installing an anti-vibration system. This full-fledged professional tool ranks second in our ranking. It is inferior to the winner in cost and mass (12.7 kg).

Russian builders are satisfied with the performance and power of the German gas cutter, the depth of cut, and the ease of operation. The model is extremely reliable and unpretentious. The disadvantages of users include the high price and high weight.

Husqvarna K 970-14 6.44 hp 350 mm

Rating: 4.7

The Swedish gas cutter Husqvarna K 970-14 is designed for heavy cutting of asphalt, stone or concrete. It is widely used in the construction and road sectors. The equipment is equipped with a powerful gasoline engine (6.44 liters. Pp.), Through which you can use cutting discs of large diameter (350 mm). And although the model is inferior to the eternal rival from Germany in these parameters, the Swedish unit is more preferable in terms of cost. Experts drew attention to the built-in autocompensation system SmartCarb, which maintains power when the filter is dirty. This reduces fuel consumption.

Users have no complaints about the work of the power cutter, they are satisfied with the ratio of power and weight (11 kg). The model takes a prize place in our rating.

Wacker Neuson BTS 635s 4300 W 5.8 hp 350 mm

Rating: 4.6

The experts had the most pleasant impressions after testing the Wacker Neuson BTS 635s power cutter. The model is distinguished by simplicity and reliability, convenience and comfort in work. The manufacturer has equipped his product with a 5.8 liter gasoline engine. s., which allows the use of disks with a diameter of up to 350 mm. The depth of cut is limited to 122 mm. The durable case well protects critical components from dust and moisture. A special trolley and a 20 l water tank have been developed for the petrol cutter. With such equipment you can cut concrete or asphalt for a long time.

The model stops a step away from the pedestal of our rating, since the builders note the instability of the device. With a sharp reinforced concrete bases model copes with difficulty.

Solo 880-12 4000 W 5.5 HP 300 mm

Rating: 4.5

German petrol cutter Solo 880-12 got into our rating for the optimal combination of affordability and functionality. The model does not have high power (5.5 hp), so the maximum disc diameter is limited to 300 mm. Cutting depth is 125 mm. But the manufacturer installed an automatic engine start-up system, automated the process of mixing gasoline with oil, and installed a vibration filter for the air filter. Benzorez can be used as for a dry, and wet cut of a stone or concrete.

Users in reviews praise benzotekhniku ​​for ease and accurate weight distribution. The presence of modern options makes the work comfortable and carefree. There are problems with heat dissipation, so more often it is necessary to take breaks in work.

Makita DPC7330 4200 W 300 mm

Rating: 4.4

The lightest gas cutter in our rating was the model Makita DPC7330. This compact and convenient mototechnique is equipped with an engine capacity of 5.7 liters. s., which allows the use of cutting wheels with a diameter of 300 mm (mounting hole 20 mm). The depth of cut is limited to 97 mm. Experts appreciated the five-step air purification, thanks to which the instrument has an increased productivity. The protective cover is easily adjustable, making the operator's work safe.

Domestic builders liked the lightness and compactness of the model, the quick start of the motor, an acceptable price. Petrol cutter causes an increased interest among potential buyers on NM (3135 product card views for 2 months).

The best electric cuts

For home craftsmen, electric cutters are a good alternative to petrol engineering. These devices can operate from a household network or from an internal battery. They are affordable, but the scope of use of power tools is limited. Experts liked the work of several models.

Messer C14 2800 W 355 mm

Rating: 4.9

Electric concrete cutter Messer C14 gained popularity among Russian professional builders due to its simplicity and high quality workmanship. With this tool you can cut brick and stone, asphalt and reinforced concrete. The manufacturer provides for both dry and wet cutting. Experts identify high power (2.8 kW) and electronic motor overload protection from the model. With the help of an integrated water supply system, you can adjust the cooling disk. Cutting wheels can be installed with a diameter of up to 350 mm, and the cutting depth is 125 mm. The electric cutter wins our ranking.

Users liked the high performance of the device, ergonomics and balance. It is a pity that to buy the device is quite difficult, since it is discontinued.

STIHL TSA 230 230 mm

Rating: 4.7

It is difficult to compete with the STIHL TSA 230 battery cutter with the winner of our rating in power and performance. But in terms of mobility and lightness (3.9 kg), the model will give odds to many. The German manufacturer has provided the possibility of operating the device with different batteries (voltage 36 V). Experts consider the use of an AP 300 battery as the best option. The maximum diameter of the cutting disc is limited to 230 mm, while the cutting depth is 70 mm. It is possible to connect the device to the water source in a matter of seconds due to the quick-release coupling.

Domestic users in reviews praise the tool at an affordable price, reliability, preservation of performance even in the cold. Only the duration of the work is insufficient for large construction operations.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.