Magnepull's Q-bit Single-Gang Cut-in Saw

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Has anyone tried this for cutting boxes into drywall? Seems like a great fast tool it it actually works.

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http://www.ecmag.com/manufacturer-product/magnepulls-q-bit-single-gang-cut-saw
 
I think we should all buy one for the sheet-rockers rather than have them use the "Roto-Zip-Rebel" and have them cut our wires.:thumbsup:

Looks like a good idea. Any idea of the cost ?
 
ptonsparky said:
Now if it would do plaster and lath. More than once.
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Good point. Once they figure out that it won't last cutting sheetrock without dulling they may start making it with carbide edges. I've used a std. sized blade with carbide edges and have cut about 100 holes in hearty plank with no problem. I'm sure this blade, in its current form, is expensive. A carbide tipped blade is going to be 3-4 times as much.
 
Smart $ said:
It's being sold under a different manufacturer's name over at Amazon. Currently is only getting a 3.5 out of 5 star rating with 10 people reporting.

https://www.amazon.com/SQ1000-S-Osc...02&sr=8-11&keywords=magnepull#customerReviews
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Thanks. I see they are $50. I don't think I would spent $50 just to play with one, especially after reading the review from the electrician. He thought it was great when he first got it, but after using it a while ended up hating it.
 
K8MHZ said:
Thanks. I see they are $50. I don't think I would spent $50 just to play with one, especially after reading the review from the electrician. He thought it was great when he first got it, but after using it a while ended up hating it.
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$50 ??? That takes me out as well:happyyes:
 
infinity said:
Has anyone tried this for cutting boxes into drywall? Seems like a great fast tool it it actually works.

NACE_Cut-In-Saw_0.jpg


http://www.ecmag.com/manufacturer-product/magnepulls-q-bit-single-gang-cut-saw
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The one-size-fits-all aspect of this bit stops me cold. As a single person business working in constantly changing sites with electrical methods and materials from the last 120 years, this cutting bit looks woefully inflexible.

The only way this bit makes sense is if the work is highly repetitive and in recent construction.
 
al hildenbrand said:
The one-size-fits-all aspect of this bit stops me cold. As a single person business working in constantly changing sites with electrical methods and materials from the last 120 years, this cutting bit looks woefully inflexible.

The only way this bit makes sense is if the work is highly repetitive and in recent construction.
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My concern would also be durability and cost. Good concept if your doing a lot of repetitive work like you mentioned.
 
I'd rather have/make a good trace with a built-in level than that tool to cut the hole. a good number of cut-in boxes have no great way to trace the cut, or require notches at 2 of the corners to let the wing clamps thru. Not really a problem in drywall, but recutting a 1/16" of an inch in tile, plasterboard, wood, etc. is a major time sink.

For 50$ I can buy quite a few Fein blades for various materials. I like new things but I think I'll spend the 50 they're asking here on other tools.
 
We occasionally do renovation work where we may cut hundreds of single gang holes for gem boxes in drywall so a tool like this would be a real time saver, that's if it actually works. ;)
 
infinity said:
We occasionally do renovation work where we may cut hundreds of single gang holes for gem boxes in drywall so a tool like this would be a real time saver, that's if it actually works. ;)
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It looks like it's made for a 2"X4" new work non-metallic box.

Personally it's a waste of time for me as almost every wall I deal with is lath and plaster or 3-coat plaster. That tool would be dull after one hole. It's a rare treat for me to cut a box into actual sheetrock.
 
peter d said:
It looks like it's made for a 2"X4" new work non-metallic box.

Personally it's a waste of time for me as almost every wall I deal with is lath and plaster or 3-coat plaster. That tool would be dull after one hole. It's a rare treat for me to cut a box into actual sheetrock.
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Just an FYI, I've used these saw blades with great success on plaster until I hit the lath :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Carbide-Gro...872873?hash=item5d46170769:g:3OEAAOxy4t1ShT3v

Then I use these Japanese rough-cut blades on the lath :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/15-Course-C...920660?hash=item257f6206d4:g:U20AAOxywCJRZ54M
 
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