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LCN Horsepower August, 200408-01-04 | News

Brick Cutters/Masonry Saws

By Larry Shield, product editor

CN takes a look at equipment, comparing various masonry saws. Some run on gas, others electric; some have different sizes of blades and cutting depths. Pay close attention to the special features of each particular model.

Manufacturer: IMER
Model No.: Masonry 350 Gas Up
Motor: Honda
Horsepower: 5.5 HP
Blade capacity: 18 inches
Depth of cut: 4 3/4 inches
Length of cut: 21 inches
Weight: 230 lbs.
Price: $2,379
Special features: The protractor is a full sized stainless steel constructed guide, the cam actuated locking mechanism keeps the protractor in place at all times, accuracy is guaranteed.

Manufacturer: MK Diamond
Model No.: MK-2005 H
Motor: Honda 4-stroke
Horsepower: 5.5 HP
Blade capacity: 14 inches
Depth of cut: 5 inches
Length of cut: 16 inches
Weight: 184 lbs.
Price: $1,769
Special features: Precision engineered, cast-aluminum structural components and jig-welded steel frame assembly ensures maximum durability and longevity with minimal weight; unique recoil spring return cutting head; Stay-level cast aluminum blade guard with stainless steel water tubes that will not bend or rust.

Manufacturer: Felker
Model No.: Mason Mate II No. SHD-05 II
Motor: Baldor electric motor
Horsepower: 5 HP
Blade capacity: 20 inches
Depth of cut: 8 inches
Length of cut: 21 inches
Weight: 333 lbs.
Price: $2,974.95
Special features: Single phase, one-inch arbor size, 2,317 blade shaft rpm, 208 to 230 volts.

Manufacturer: Diamond Products
Model No.: CC555M-H
Motor: Honda gas
Horsepower: 5.5 HP
Blade capacity: 14 inches
Depth of cut: 5 inches
Length of cut: 16 inches
Weight: 197 lbs.
Price: $1,998.95
Special features: Easy, safe access to depth control lock; cooler running electric motors; stay level guard; removable head; open throat cutting; side carrying handles.

Manufacturer: Ned-Kut
Model No.: M6050
Motor: Saw Duty
Horsepower: 5 HP
Blade capacity: 20 inches
Depth of cut: 8 inches
Length of cut: 22 inches
Weight: 415 lbs.
Price: $2,889
Special features: Provides fast reliable wet or dry cutting of block, brick, refractory, stone at larger job sites or in industrial applications where higher horsepower upright saws are needed.

Manufacturer: Pro-Cut Products
Model No.: YML527C
Motor: Premium heavy-duty electric motor, 60 cycle, 3,450 rpm.
Horsepower: 5 HP
Blade capacity: 20 inches
Depth of cut: 8 inches
Length of cut: 21 inches
Weight: 460 lbs.
Price: $2,603.70
Special features: Designed with an extra heavy-duty frame, this versatile upright masonry saw provides first rate sawing performance, wet or dry, with the option of electric or gas power.

Manufacturer: Target
Model No.: SGM2051
Motor: Baldor electric motor
Horsepower: 5 HP
Blade capacity: 20 inches
Depth of cut: 8 inches
Length of cut: 21 inches
Weight: 467 lbs.
Price: $6,132.95
Special features: Patented Sta-Level blade guard; mechanical bronze water pump; pan mounted motor/engine controls; rear mounted power source.

Manufacturer: Partner
Model No.: K700 Active III
Motor: 71CC
Horsepower: 4.8 HP
Blade capacity: 14 inches
Depth of cut: 5 inches
Length of cut: 16 inches
Weight: 20.5 lbs. without blade
Price: $923.95
Special features: Long service intervals, high durability and fewer filter replacements. Its flexibility, versatility and model ergonomics make it a favorite.