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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb tool -provided you know how to use it!, May 21, 2005
I believe the Rotozip is a superb tool and an absolute necessity for any professional or devout amateur. I recommend the premium model because it offers the most power, and the LED lights ("headlights" as I call them) are a nice accessory that makes using the tool in less optimal conditions more effective, such as cutting holes in ceiling sheetrock for recessed lighting. For tile work, the diamond blade is excellent provided you don't exert too much pressure and cause the blade to overheat; having said that, it does an amazing job of cutting eccentric or irregular tile pieces that cannot be obtained by using a wet saw. Ditto for using it to cut metal pipe, masonry, plaster, or drywall. You should be very carefull to use the right cutter for the targeted material; for example, plaster will literally roast a saber cut bit; the company sells a special carbide cutter bit especially designed for plaster that costs around $8-$10; it is a must have if you will do this type of work. Overall, most of the replacement items and accessories are reasonably priced and of high quality. Be cautious with the speed adjustment, as some cutters such as the diamond blade are rated for a top RPM and going too fast will burn them out and possibly be dangerous.
The disk attachment is well made and allows rapid change of the cutters I have described. I was able to retro-fit this accessory onto an older model Zip Mate and have been very happy with its quality. Provided you know the limitations of this tool, it can be one of the most usefull around. Word of advice: keep a set of safety goggles, a dust mask, and perhaps ear plugs in the tool bag at all times. The cutters-especially those supplied for drywall and wood-cut at 25,000 rpm or so, and a lot of dust is thrown off and they can be loud as hell depending on the material you are cutting. Therefore, it is very easy to be distracted if dust is flying into your nose and eyes while trying to do use this tool, especially for extended periods of time. The more you can isolate yourself from the noise and debris that are normal byproducts of use, the better the results. Overall, anyone with half a brain will find zillions of uses for this tool and it will save loads of time for almost any project it is used for.
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98 of 108 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Too Bad Anyone Can Write A Review, December 25, 2004
It's sad when someone who obviously has no mechanical aptitude writes a tool review. The previous reviewer states that the tool has limited attachments or previous ones don't fit.
Remove the keyless chuck from the RZ1-20 and install the nut, 1/4" collet, and pinion gear needed for the ZM1. Next, install the ZipMate attachment and use as before.
Another reviewer couldn't make true circles. Three things are important to get a nice round circle. 1. Use the right tool adapter. 2. Make sure the guide pin hole in the center of the circle is the exact size required for the guide pin. 3. Rotate the tool in the correct direction. Even the best tools produce poor results if attention is not paid to detail when it's used.
The available RotoZip accessories are the same as before; the ZipMate attachment, Circle Cutters, Grout Removal Adapter, Flexible Shaft, and various bits and cutter wheels. And the new Plunge Router adapter has been released.
Given its size and power, the RotoZip is one of the most versatile tools in my tool box.
My advice is never place too much stock in a review unless you clearly know the credentials of the source. As an IT manager I constantly see negative reviews of software and it doesn't take much to figure out that the reviewer didn't read the instructions or fully comprehend how to utilize the capabilities of the product.
So, if you are a novice, it's cool, because everyone must start at the beginning. But, please, refrain from wasting everyone's time and wait until you've gained enough experience to accurately review a product.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Quite a usefull tool, May 24, 2004
Bosch does make all the attachments for this series as for the last. In fact the RZ20-2100 kit comes with the cutoff/grinder attachment and circle cutter. They have actually increased the number/type of bits available as well.There is not much else to say other than the tool itself is pretty handy and does exactly what they claim it does. No less, but no more either. It is well made and pretty solid feeling. Feels like it would survive a good working life and a few decent drops, though I'm not willing to toss mine around to assure you of that. ;o) My first job with it was cutting out a section of the back vertical part under the top storage section of my computer desk so the monitor could be pushed back another 3-4 inches. Other choices would have been the jig saw, 3" circular saw, or a hand saw. All would have been awkward without taking the top hutch off first. This cut right through the 1" thick laminated pressboard fairly easily and I didn't even need a guide to cut a darn near straight line. Its certainly not a required tool, or one of the first ones to go in a starting out tool collection, but if you have gotten to the point of buying any specialty or 'convenience' tools, then its a good choice. For $140 or so for the RZ20-2100 kit that includes the top line RZ20 unit, the cutter/grinder, circle cutter, a bit case, and a nice soft sided carrying case for it all, I think it is well worth it.
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