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Hey all
Getting serious about a drywall cut-out tool. Any comments on brands? I was also wondering if, since they both have 1/4″ collets, whether a laminate trimmer could do the job, (or would the dust be too much for it?).
Thanks
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Stephen,
I don't recommend the laminate trimmer for several reasons: First, the rotozip tools have a handy angle setup that'll keep you cutting where you want to, and the things are pretty light and go through all kinds of hell in this kind of work, the laminate trimmer is, IMO, more of a precision tool, and quite possibly more dangerous (I assume more RPMS, more power) plus your mention of the dust, which would be more of a problem for a laminate trimmer than the Rotozip, again, my opinion. Also, the rotozip is smaller, and will get into tighter spots.
MD
*.....my Bosch laminate trimmer came with an adapter so I can use Roto-zip bits.....worked pretty good.. but I would prefer Roto-zip if I were doing more board hanging...
*Drywall cutout tool= Rotozip Had the unit Porter Cable offered and promptly returned it and purchased the real thing. S.
*Stephen: We have a roto-zip and a PC cutout tool. They both will do the work but our employees prefer the roto-zip. If I were to purchase a new unit I would go roto-zip. Our opinion.Ron
*I have been using the roto-zip for a year. Used it for cutouts in wood, plastic,and drywall. Works great, Iam always amazed at how easy it cuts and how good a job it does. When I first bought it I was afraid that the use would not support cost, but the little tool has paid for itself several times. I still have not cut tile yet but expect it to preform just as good.
*I've had the PC drywall tool for a couple of years......used it mainly for personal use. It seemed to work okay. Then the company I work for purchased a D-handle Rotozip for use on the job. Know of anyone interested in a Porter Cable drywall tool?
*Porter Cable has lost their edge in tool making. Probably too many bean counters making the design and production decisions.PC sucks!blue
*Blue,More and more of Porter Cable's tools are coming out of the box stamped Made in Taiwan.........that is what really sucks!
*Buy the Roto-Zip. The box says it will cut almost any material up to 1" thick. I'm a remodeler, and use this tool everyday for everything from drywall to backcuts on cope joints. There is a bit available for almost any material. This is one tool I won't be without again.
*ahright, all ready. i bought the rotozip. i was a bit dangerous with it cutting blind at first -- tried to be a bit too zippy, which'll make for some extra patching around some boxes. but i like it, i like it. wish the base was better designed. saw they make an attachment that turns it into a grinder of sorts. anybody bit on this yet? wish they made a better base so i could use it as a laminate trimmer...
*I saw the new Roto-zip infomercial and was impressed, but they have a way of making things look good on TV. I would like to hear from some pro carpenters about this tool's performance and price.
*Hey Oakwood, did you post without reading 1-8 above ???ROFLMFAO
*uhh...Let's just call him oakie. Remember that inbred kid sitting on the bridge with a banjo at the start of the movie Deliverance? Oakie is like a cyber version of him.Tom
*I bought a d-handle rotozip a couple of years ago - mostly great, although I wish the base was more precise. I may try to cobble up something that will hold the bit perpendicular to the base. Otherwise it goes through everything - my boat has never had so many holes in it! I just bought a 75 year old house with lots of crummy panelling, so the rotozip is destined for a workout...
*Great tool, have used one for a number of years. It sure saves a lot of time measuring. I just put an X on the floor below the box locations, hang the rock loose, grab the roto-zip and go to it. I used to measure up for the height, but after doing a few hundred, you know where to it is. Just be careful to check the wiring that it is pushed back in the box far enough, the electricians don't seem to like it to well when they find their wires zipped off! Watch with plastic boxes and a new bit, you can take the ears off real easy, another thing the electricians grumble about!!
*Actually Mike, it might be a blessing that taiwan has taken over production. Maybe they can talk some sense into the profit driven pc staff.Pc went down the tubes the day they bought out Rockwell in the late 70's and have never made a serious effort to make a comeback. All of their stuff is designed with planned obsolescence in mind. blue
*I bought the RotoZip with the Zip Mate attachment that turns it into a grinder/polisher/sander. Way cool!You can cut nails, key strips for shelving,etc. with the metal cutting wheel in no time. The masonry wheel is better for scoring material than cutting through, but it makes for a clean break in brick or block. The diamond wheel will easily cut floor tile,and it beats the crap out of lugging a tile saw for those who aren't full-time tile setters. It's a great little tool! Fills the gap for a lot of odd-jobs that could easily require a bunch of other tools.The RotoZip saw itself is also a great tool,but it takes a little getting used to. It is great for rough cuts, but takes some practice for the fine work. You can also toast some bits/blades until you get used to the high RPM.
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Hey all
Getting serious about a drywall cut-out tool. Any comments on brands? I was also wondering if, since they both have 1/4" collets, whether a laminate trimmer could do the job, (or would the dust be too much for it?).
Thanks