I've had one of these for 4 years and its still good. Yes the laser packed up after about a month but I never used it much. Yes it took ages to figure out how to best pack it away but thats sorted. I'm still using the original blades and they work fine. I have chased out walls for electrical conduit using the diamond wheel and it's excellent. The dust extraction is remarkably good considering the tools price point.. I'm very pleased with it overall.
I have to say that out of all the expensive 240v tools I once carried in my van but now replaced with battery, this saw is the one that is still in the van being used for floors
Great review. 'm just thankful that not all tools are battery powered. For home use DIY, corded tools are much better value. Too many times tools get thrown out because a new battery is as expensive as a new tool.
I got myself an Erbauer paddle mixer thinking, "If I get a year out of it it'll be worth it"......over 3 years later it is still going strong and it hasn't had an easy life, believe me! I may well give this plunge saw a go as well, thanks for the review, David.👍
The case was clearly designed for a pre production model with no cable. I used a multi tool to cut away part of the box inners giving more space for the cable. I'll probably cut more away to accommodate the fence which pointlessly sticks out of the lid, pressing on the cable despite there being room for it to fit the other way up. Really good saw with a good quality but poorly designed case. The dust extraction connector is an odd size which fails to fit my Henry vacuum but recently discovered a washing machine drain hose fits perfectly to the saw.
I've got the almost identical (except for the variable speed) WORX branded version and use it quite a lot. The diamond blade is especially useful for chanelling brick and plaster walls. Cut 2 or more parallel slots and then easily cold chisel the bits between.
@@dmgladden Surely ,,,,, clamp the work and use two hands on the saw. The designers forgot a handle on the front, which makes control a bit of a challenge one handed. I have added one, makes a big difference to control and accuracy.
Hi Bilal, I can add it to my list but I do have a good few to get through but I will try incorporate a pocket hole jig in one of my projects then I can get it to you quicker sorry if your in a rush David
Thanks for the vid, can you tell me if it can be used to cut bottom of skirting boards in situ? specifically to a thin slither for LVT installation, so 3mm or so ? thanks
@@dmgladden ok i thought so. Can you recommend which tool ( make and spec ) would be good for this? something with good power so that I'm not spending forever cutting the skirting as is the case with some of battery powered multi tools> I appreciate your response ,cheers
Surely this is designed for light work, not as a substitute for a full size saw? Used freehand without any sort of guide is a bit of a gamble, but overall it does a reasonable job when used sensibly. I have abandoned trying to fit mine back in that absurd box!!!
Hi, did you experience much kick back with this? As soon as I plunge the saw it kicks immediately making it impossible to cut with (using a standard blade cutting plywood)
Hi Dave, great video, theres no argument it is a good little saw, I just returned my due to the laser issue and replaced it with the Bosch 12v cordless mini circular saw which is just as good if not better because i find it less restricting without the 240v cord. Have you tried replacing the batteries in the laser compartment because its so easy to leave on when using and then it absolutely drains them ?
From what I have the heard the new EXT range (which I have got a few tools from) can knock spots off the old Erbauer kit. Not only does it look professional but also feels that way. Great quality tools at an absolutely unbeatable price! The fact that all there cordless range of 18v kit is brushless is also an amazing bonus considering the great value for money price tag! 👍
@@benh1216 never seen or heard anything about the range you talk of but I'm finding this particular saw quite amazing it is handling heavy site work without any problems and that's all I ever look for, but thanks for the info
@@dmgladden Yeah. Well it's pretty good as mentioned. If you search "Erbauer" on B&Q or Screwfix it will come up with all the new EXT range. Would definitely recommend if your looking for some great bargain tools that will do the job and more! There is also Ryobi which I heard are decent. However don't know much about them since haven't used them!
I got my erbauer mini saw today, your video was a massive help with setting it up and getting use to the depth setting👍
That's good to hear thanks for watching mine
I've had one of these for 4 years and its still good. Yes the laser packed up after about a month but I never used it much. Yes it took ages to figure out how to best pack it away but thats sorted. I'm still using the original blades and they work fine. I have chased out walls for electrical conduit using the diamond wheel and it's excellent. The dust extraction is remarkably good considering the tools price point.. I'm very pleased with it overall.
I have to say that out of all the expensive 240v tools I once carried in my van but now replaced with battery, this saw is the one that is still in the van being used for floors
Just picked up mine today, your video was a superb help - thanks 🙏
Brought one today only for little DIY, never used a circle saw so have been watching safety tips on them but ur video has helped
It's a good little saw with bags of power, I'm a tradesman with an endless amount of tools but still I find this useful.
Great review. 'm just thankful that not all tools are battery powered. For home use DIY, corded tools are much better value. Too many times tools get thrown out because a new battery is as expensive as a new tool.
Totally agree with you, same thing will happen with electric cars.
I got myself an Erbauer paddle mixer thinking, "If I get a year out of it it'll be worth it"......over 3 years later it is still going strong and it hasn't had an easy life, believe me! I may well give this plunge saw a go as well, thanks for the review, David.👍
Good stuff! thanks for the info Jim if you do get one let me know what you think
Nice review David thanks mate,I may get myself the DeWalt version of this. 👍😃
The case was clearly designed for a pre production model with no cable. I used a multi tool to cut away part of the box inners giving more space for the cable. I'll probably cut more away to accommodate the fence which pointlessly sticks out of the lid, pressing on the cable despite there being room for it to fit the other way up. Really good saw with a good quality but poorly designed case. The dust extraction connector is an odd size which fails to fit my Henry vacuum but recently discovered a washing machine drain hose fits perfectly to the saw.
Thanks for your honesty and a great video and I love the new format stay safe and make 🍺🍺👍👍😷
yeah i keep trying to stick a bit of body cam in when i remember lol thanks again Brian stay safe mate
Good I;ve found another Brit using tools I am interested in.
Thanks for the video, does it work on ceramics, ie could it be used to remove grouting in a tiling patch job?
hello David great jon , very useful thanks
How you get the saw out?
I've got the almost identical (except for the variable speed) WORX branded version and use it quite a lot. The diamond blade is especially useful for chanelling brick and plaster walls. Cut 2 or more parallel slots and then easily cold chisel the bits between.
I tried the Word one first but found it a bit on the heavy side
I bought a Erbauer mini circle saw 650w a few months ago. Can it cut on an angle.
I've thought about getting one from time to time it could use a guiding grip tab on the front for the other hand
Use the other hand to hold your wood
@@dmgladden Surely ,,,,, clamp the work and use two hands on the saw. The designers forgot a handle on the front, which makes control a bit of a challenge one handed. I have added one, makes a big difference to control and accuracy.
Hi, I never used a pocket hole jig.. Can u do a video please
Hi Bilal, I can add it to my list but I do have a good few to get through but I will try incorporate a pocket hole jig in one of my projects then I can get it to you quicker sorry if your in a rush David
How do you put the blade in
Thanks for the vid, can you tell me if it can be used to cut bottom of skirting boards in situ?
specifically to a thin slither for LVT installation, so 3mm or so ? thanks
No it won't cut that close to the floor your better with a multi tool
@@dmgladden ok i thought so. Can you recommend which tool ( make and spec ) would be good for this? something with good power so that I'm not spending forever cutting the skirting as is the case with some of battery powered multi tools>
I appreciate your response ,cheers
Surely this is designed for light work, not as a substitute for a full size saw? Used freehand without any sort of guide is a bit of a gamble, but overall it does a reasonable job when used sensibly. I have abandoned trying to fit mine back in that absurd box!!!
Good video is this band q own brand sure it is
It came from Screwfix and a bit cheaper than B&Q but who know who owns what these days
Hi, did you experience much kick back with this? As soon as I plunge the saw it kicks immediately making it impossible to cut with (using a standard blade cutting plywood)
Hi no not really its I guess as good as I could expect for the price
@@dmgladden thanks! Perhaps my unit is defective.
If you read the instructions it tells you how to change the battery in the laser!
Can it tilt and make bevel cuts?
Hi yes it can
hi David. do you find that the motor head gets really hot really quickly, even with no load? is that normal? or have I got a duff unit? cheers! Steve.
Sorry Steve missed this one, no mate take it back it shouldnt be getting so hot
Hi Dave, great video, theres no argument it is a good little saw, I just returned my due to the laser issue and replaced it with the Bosch 12v cordless mini circular saw which is just as good if not better because i find it less restricting without the 240v cord. Have you tried replacing the batteries in the laser compartment because its so easy to leave on when using and then it absolutely drains them ?
yes Ive got the same issue its to go back to Screwfix to get sorted
A year or two ago, Erbauer were cheep, nasty tools. Recently they have massively upped their game, and the tools are now far better quality!
yes it seems so im quite impressed so far
From what I have the heard the new EXT range (which I have got a few tools from) can knock spots off the old Erbauer kit. Not only does it look professional but also feels that way.
Great quality tools at an absolutely unbeatable price! The fact that all there cordless range of 18v kit is brushless is also an amazing bonus considering the great value for money price tag! 👍
@@benh1216 never seen or heard anything about the range you talk of but I'm finding this particular saw quite amazing it is handling heavy site work without any problems and that's all I ever look for, but thanks for the info
@@dmgladden Yeah. Well it's pretty good as mentioned. If you search "Erbauer" on B&Q or Screwfix it will come up with all the new EXT range. Would definitely recommend if your looking for some great bargain tools that will do the job and more! There is also Ryobi which I heard are decent. However don't know much about them since haven't used them!
Erbauer don't seem to have a spares or repair department....Screwfis and now B&Q will just replace the whole thing whilst under warranty.
i was told to take it to them for a repair but if they want to give me a new one i wont argue lol
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