Introducing the New Sigma Series 4 Manual Tile Cutter
SigmaItalia's latest manual tile cutter to hit the market is the Sigma Series 4. The Series 4 is available with either a push action or pull action. The push 'NEX' range has a choice of 5 different sizes whereas the 'UP' pull tile cutters only has a choice of 3 sizes.
The push action cutter is referred to as the 'NEX' model whereas the pull option is the 'UP'. Apart from the cutting length the only difference between the 2 models is the handle. The handle used on either model is available to be purchased seperately therefore converting a push action into a pull action cutter and vice-versa.
It is entirely down to personal preference as to which model you choose, some prefer the push action manual tile cutter because it allows for a more accurate cut and is easier on the wrists, whereas some prefer the pull action because they can use their knees to stabilise the tile during cutting. Either way both models work just as well as each other.
The base of the Series 4 is made from a single piece of strengthened aluminium which makes it lighter and stronger than the Series 3. The handle is larger than that of the Series 3 and moves up and down on a ratchet system which means the bar no longer needs to be adjusted. A suspension system has also been incorporated into the Series 4 handle allowing the cutting of textured surfaced tiles.
The new Sigma Series 4 tile cutters offer the following features;
- 100mm breaking foot with replacable 'no mark' protector cushions
- Clear visibility of scoring wheel when making insertion
- Anti-friction scoring wheel
- Wear free sliding carriage
- Automatic height adjustment to suit tile thickness
- Measurement bar extension
- Wider lateral stop for cutting thin strips
- Ability to add a laser for cutting lines (due in 2023)
- Interchangable handles
The 'NEX push action tile cutter range consists of the following models;
- 4BN - 62cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 620mm diagonal cutting length - 427mm)
- 4CN - 76cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 760mm diagonal cutting length - 530mm)
- 4DN - 95cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 950mm diagonal cutting length - 670mm)
- 4EN - 125cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 1250mm diagonal cutting length - 880mm)
- 4FN - 155cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 1550mm diagonal cutting length - 1090mm)
The 'UP' pull action tile cutter range consists of the following models;
- 4BU - 70cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 700mm diagonal cutting length - 490mm)
- 4CU - 84cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 840mm diagonal cutting length - 620mm)
- 4DU - 103cm Tile Cutter (max cutting length - 1030mm diagonal cutting length - 720mm)
To summarise, the Sigma Series 4 tile cutter is a natural evolution to the model range from the Series 3. As you would expect from any Sigma Tile Cutter is it very well made and extremely capable, it has a recommended cutting depth of 15mm, but like any tile cutter that depends on the tile being cut. The Series 4 will cut porcelain, glass mosaics and ceramic tiles.
All the models are due for sale from July 2022.