PORTER-CABLE PCE980 Wet Tile Saw 7 Inch

Overview

The PORTER-CABLE PCE980 is a corded 120 volt saw built around a 1300 watt motor spinning at 2850 RPM, with a stainless build and a 7 inch cutting capacity suited to benchtop use.

This is a stationary-style saw rather than a handheld one: the 32 pound weight and stainless construction point to a benchtop unit meant to sit put while material is fed through it. A 7 inch cutting capacity is on the larger side for a corded 120 volt tool, so the 1300 watt motor is doing real work rather than idling in reserve.

• 120 volt corded power source
• 2850 RPM blade speed
• 32 pound stainless housing
• 7 inch maximum cutting capacity

Who it's for

Suits anyone who wants one fixed saw in a garage or workshop rather than a saw carried to a job site. The weight and stainless housing make it a poor fit for anyone who needs to move a saw between locations often.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

The 1300 watt motor drives the blade at 2850 RPM, a moderate speed that favors control over raw cutting rate. Stainless construction resists corrosion better than painted steel, which matters if the saw sees water or humidity during use. At 32 pounds it sits solidly on a bench without much walking during a cut.

Specifications

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