Sigma 2b3 Or 3b3 (3b4) - Tile Advice

[paulames]

Hi guys - I know there are many posts about sigma's but I cant find what I need to know to make my decision.

I am a DIY tiler and have done 3 or 4 jobs in the past borrowing a friends £80 Rubi Star which was ok but I want my own as I have a few jobs coming up and think its worth the investment. I want something that can cut 600's, I have just been to CDT to look at the action (pull vs push) and I prefer the pull because it pulls towards the stop and there is better visibility of the wheel - I think I like the action too.

My question is if I should get a 2B3 or a 3B3 (3B4). The 2B3 is about £50 cheaper, lighter, looks a bit older, doesn't have as much breaking pressure but the thing that sticks out is that it doesn't have adjustable height. How is this really going to effect me? Is there going to be a situation where I will really need to adjust the cutting height - I mean I cant imagine ever cutting anything over about 12mm...

 

[Dave]

You want the 3b , adjustable height makes it better for a larger range of tiles imo

 

[kevsalt]

here we go again ....you need a txn 700 rubi mate

 

[andyb1]

Just read through all the old threads, this is the most boring topics on here.

 

[Dave]

Seen as the question was only sigma based , not a sigma v rubi one ... But hey ho they like to have a dig ...

 

[peteablard]

Its definitely worth spending the extra £50 for the 3b

 

[paulames]

Thanks ks for the helpful comments. As stated I have done several searches which give me limited advice on the cheaper sigma cutters and their limitations. I am still none the wiser to be honest. I just know the mire expensive one is better, mainly because of the adjustment. Just not sure what tiles the cheaper sigma would struggle with..

 

[One Day]

The words 'sigma' and 'struggle' should never be in the same sentence!

 

[GAZ5518]

Hi guys - I know there are many posts about sigma's but I cant find what I need to know to make my decision.

I am a DIY tiler and have done 3 or 4 jobs in the past borrowing a friends £80 Rubi Star which was ok but I want my own as I have a few jobs coming up and think its worth the investment. I want something that can cut 600's, I have just been to CDT to look at the action (pull vs push) and I prefer the pull because it pulls towards the stop and there is better visibility of the wheel - I think I like the action too.

My question is if I should get a 2B3 or a 3B3 (3B4). The 2B3 is about £50 cheaper, lighter, looks a bit older, doesn't have as much breaking pressure but the thing that sticks out is that it doesn't have adjustable height. How is this really going to effect me? Is there going to be a situation where I will really need to adjust the cutting height - I mean I cant imagine ever cutting anything over about 12mm...

I feel a Rubi --- Sigma debate again!
( I'm a Rubi -ite)

 

[paulames]

No... No debate.... I like the Sigmas. Debate was on the Sigma models and what the 2b3 can't do. I will find out soon as I managed to order one for £137 ..

 

[kevsalt]

to be honest the sigmas are really good cutters but i just prefer the tx ,,,i like direct vision of the score line main reason

 

[paulames]

Quick update... Just about finished my bathroom using the Sigma 2b3. I really like it... the pull action is so quick from score to break. The measuring bar is easy to read. I've cut some 600 porcelain and some glass mosaics and I'm very happy with it. For £137 I don't think I could have got better.

Thanks

 

[bcd-87]

here we go again ....you need a txn 700 rubi mate

no no no.. Sigma

 

[Wishiwasatoptiler]

No... No debate.... I like the Sigmas. Debate was on the Sigma models and what the 2b3 can't do. I will find out soon as I managed to order one for £137 ..

Hi @paulames, where did you order that for such a low price???

Cheers
D

 

[Italy]

yes,
3b3 is ok for all work, comfortable and light. I always had 3b3. there may be difficulties with hard tiles and large, because of the supporting surface smaller than 3b4.
Last two purchases were 3b4, it is more uncomfortable, but cut 600x600x10 less fatigue.
3b3 would purchase a genuinely willingly, also because the price is good