Only problem with that one, Chris, is that it's 220V. I couldn't see if a 110V version is an option in that listing.
Over here on the other side of the pond, 110V is the the basic standard power supply. 220V is available but it is more commonly used to power Clothes Dryers, Stoves, Hot Tubs, vehicle lifts & welding equipment, etc.
Model KD-03
Voltage AC220V
Power 570W
Speed 0-3200r/m
Blade Length 80/130/200/300mm
Power Line Length 2m
Weight 2.3kg
@Al Decker Never seen the foam cutter you linked.
Hercules is a Harbor Freight brand so I assume they invested more in the looks then design “Chinese Made” with cheap materials. If you have any experience with the Hercules saw I’d love to hear your feedback along with other forum members.
I wrote a review on the blue saw linked above @Chris Vining. Sailrite and multiple other company’s sell them just rebranded. Chinese junk ( surprising the Black & Decker motor has held up tho) I’ve owned 2 and second one was a replacement a week later. Both had same defects. There is a cordless one also. From experience tho they are all cheap knockoffs of the Accu Cutter 500 (dual moving blades) and the lower end Accu Cutter (single moving blade one stationary) Don’t have experience with Accu Cutter I’d love to see a review though.
I’ll try to link my review of the other saw
Pictures didn’t show up but if you search in the regular forum for “Sailrite Foam Saw Review” you find it
Alright I don’t make a lot of post because I can never find the time but I felt this was worthy of a review for future purchasers of foam saws
Couple key points about the saw (might be a little lengthy):
Semi sturdy but cheaply made at the same time. Dropped once and the dowel pin for the stationary blade fell out. Replaced the dowel pin correctly and it had a lot of vibrations in the motor but still worked.
Stationary blade has one dowel pin at the bottom and nothing else at top of shaft to secure blade. If shaft isn’t machined correctly or wears prematurely due to inferior metals the blade slides out interfering with smooth cutting. Had the saw replaced and second one had same issues but can say customer service was very helpful. Not worth 3rd time because of design flaw.
Saw shaft is about 1” not including blades which makes sharp corners and small maneuvers difficult for smooth cuts.
Couple visual features making the saw more appealing but have no fucntion are the dust collector on the back of the saw. Plus the oscillating switch that has no purpose but looks.
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a video showing the oscillating feature for show but can’t get it to upload. Also forgot to mention it has six speeds and the corner cut in the picture is on the lowest setting because of excess vibration.
Don’t get me wrong the saw works for 200 and does better then a meat carver but also has its flaws and I can say it won’t come close to a Bosch.
Have you or anyone you’re aware of on the forum tested these Consew foam saws?? I’ve been seeing a lot more of them just rebranded. Would love to know.
Industry Tool Review Category, would be awesome too. No one likes buying overpriced junk if it’s avoidable.