Alpha Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-012
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Alpha Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-012
Description
Description
Alpha® Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-012 (115V)
The Alpha® Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-012 is a professional 115 V rail saw built for tile installers, stone fabricators and hardscape contractors. A rugged aluminum table chassis, stainless-steel head rails and adjustable armored ball bearings deliver smooth, precision movement, while a maintenance-free magnetic-induction water pump feeds both sides of the blade. The direct-drive 2 HP (1.5 kW) motor accepts 10" and 12" blades, cuts up to 2-1/4" deep in a single pass (3-3/8" with step cut), and side-tilts up to 45° for clean miter cuts.
Features
- Rugged aluminum table chassis — stable and durable for daily production
- 115V – 60Hz, 9.6A, 2HP (1.5kW) motor at 3,500 RPM with direct drive
- Accepts 10" & 12" blades (1" and 60 mm arbors)
- Single-pass cutting depth: 2-1/4"; step-cut depth: 3-3/8"
- Stainless-steel head rails with adjustable armored ball bearings
- Side tilt up to 45° for clean miter cuts
- Maintenance-free magnetic-induction water pump feeds both sides of the blade
- Rip capacity: 51" (130 cm); diagonal: 33" (84 cm)
- Retractable legs with fall-protection device for safe job-site transport
- Maximum load 400 lbs (180 kg); total weight 128 lbs (58 kg)
- Front, back and bilateral blade guards for operator safety
- One-year tool warranty
| Part No. | Description | Max RPM | Motor | Arbor | Recommended For | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBS-012 | Black Belt Rail Saw 115V | 3,500 RPM | 1.5KW – 2HP | 1" / 60mm | Wet Cutting | 749173621475 |
| BBS8ROLL | 8-Roller Side Table | Widening Work Surface | 749173621512 | |||
| BBSUSIDE | Side Countercut | Holding Multiple Tiles | 749173621529 |
- Set the saw on a level surface, deploy the retractable legs and engage the fall-protection device.
- Connect water reservoir and verify the magnetic-induction pump delivers steady flow to both sides of the blade.
- Mount a 10" or 12" Alpha® diamond blade (1" or 60 mm arbor) and tighten the arbor nut firmly.
- Set cutting depth using the mechanical vertical tilting system; for cuts over 2-1/4" use the step-cut method.
- For miter cuts, side-tilt the head up to 45° and lock in position before starting the saw.
- Start the motor, let it reach full speed, then feed material with slow, even pressure — let the blade do the work.
- After use, drain the water tray, wipe rails dry and store the saw under cover; check brushes periodically.
1" / 60mm Arbor — Black Belt Rail Saw 115V — BBS-012
| Part No. | BBS-012 |
| UPC | 749173621475 |
| Type | Black Belt Rail Saw 115V |
| Attachment | 1" / 60mm Arbor |
| Recommended For | Wet cutting of ceramics, porcelain, glass panel, stone tile |
| Packaged Weight | 155.00 lbs |
| Package Dimensions | 73" x 28" x 42" |
| Commodity Code | 8464.10.0100 |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 115 V / 60 Hz |
| Amperage | 9.6 A |
| Motor | 2 HP (1.5 kW) |
| No-Load Speed | 3,500 RPM |
| Blade Sizes | 10" / 12" |
| Arbor | 1" / 60 mm |
| Cutting Depth (Single Pass) | 2-1/4" |
| Cutting Depth (Step Cut) | 3-3/8" |
| Rip Capacity | 51" (130 cm) |
| Diagonal Capacity | 33" (84 cm) |
| Maximum Load | 400 lbs (180 kg) |
| Tool Weight | 128 lbs (58 kg) |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
What extension cord gauge is recommended?
Minimum 12 AWG for 25 ft and 10 AWG for 50 ft.
Can the Black Belt Saw operate on a generator?
Yes — generator wattage should be 2.5–3× the motor running watts. The 2 HP BBS-012 requires 5,000–6,000 W. AVR or inverter-type generators are preferred; undersized units risk motor damage or breaker failure.
What blade sizes does the BBS-012 accept?
10" and 12" diamond blades with 1" or 60 mm arbors.
What is the maximum cutting depth?
2-1/4" in a single pass, or 3-3/8" using the step-cut method.
Can the saw cut miters?
Yes. The head side-tilts up to 45° for clean miter cuts.
What is the rip-cut capacity?
51" (130 cm) rip; 33" (84 cm) diagonal.
What is the warranty?
One year on the tool. Replacement of wear items (carbon brushes, etc.) is excluded.
Where is the saw manufactured?
Italy, to Alpha® specifications.
How to Transport the Black Belt Saw (BBS-012)
How to Use the Black Belt Saw (BBS-012)
⚠ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm — www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Always wear appropriate PPE.
