Alpha Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-014
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Description
Description
Alpha® Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-014 (230V)
The Alpha® Black Belt Rail Saw BBS-014 is a heavy-duty 230 V rail saw built for tile installers, stone fabricators and hardscape contractors who need deeper cuts and more power than the 115 V BBS-012. A direct-drive 3 HP (2.2 kW) motor turns 12" or 14" blades at 2,800 RPM for up to 4" of cutting depth in a single pass (5" with step cut). A rugged aluminum table chassis, stainless-steel head rails and a maintenance-free magnetic-induction water pump round out a saw engineered for daily production work. Optional 8-Roller Side Table and Side Countercut accessories widen the work surface and steady multiple tiles for repeatable cuts.
Features
- 230V single-phase, 13.5 A, 3 HP (2.2 kW) direct-drive motor at 2,800 RPM
- Accepts 12" & 14" blades (1" and 60 mm arbors)
- Single-pass cutting depth: 4"; step-cut depth: 5"
- Rugged aluminum table chassis for stable, daily production
- Stainless-steel head rails with adjustable armored ball bearings
- Mechanical vertical tilting system for precise depth adjustment
- 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)
- Maximum load 485 lbs (220 kg); tool weight 213 lbs (105 kg)
- Retractable legs with fall-protection device; table handles and heavy-duty wheels
- Front, back and bilateral blade guards for operator safety
- Optional 8-Roller Side Table and Side Countercut accessories available
- One-year tool warranty
| Part No. | Description | Max RPM | Motor | Arbor | Recommended For | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBS-014 | Black Belt Rail Saw 230V | 2,800 RPM | 2.2KW – 3HP | 1" / 60mm | Wet Cutting | 749173621482 |
| BBS8ROLL | 8-Roller Side Table | Widening the Work Surface | 749173621512 | |||
| BBSUSIDE | Side Countercut | Holding Multiple Tiles in Place | 749173621529 |
- Position the saw on a level surface, deploy retractable legs and engage the fall-protection device.
- Connect water supply and confirm the magnetic-induction pump delivers steady flow to both sides of the blade.
- Mount a 12" or 14" Alpha® diamond blade (1" or 60 mm arbor) and tighten the arbor nut firmly.
- Use the mechanical vertical tilting system to set depth; for cuts deeper than 4", apply the step-cut method.
- For miter cuts, side-tilt the head up to 45° and lock the angle before starting the motor.
- If running the 8-Roller Side Table, level it with the main table to avoid binding on long rips.
- Start the saw, allow full speed, then feed material with slow, even pressure — let the blade do the work.
- After use, drain the water tray, wipe down rails, and inspect brushes & bearings periodically.
1" / 60mm Arbor — Black Belt Rail Saw 230V — BBS-014
| Part No. | BBS-014 |
| UPC | 749173621482 |
| Type | Black Belt Rail Saw 230V |
| Attachment | 1" / 60mm Arbor |
| Recommended For | Wet cutting of ceramics, porcelain, stone tile and pavers |
| Packaged Weight | 254.00 lbs |
| Package Dimensions | 81" x 32" x 43" |
| Commodity Code | 8464.10.0100 |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
8-Roller Side Table — BBS8ROLL
| Part No. | BBS8ROLL |
| UPC | 749173621512 |
| Type | 8-Roller Side Table |
| Recommended For | Optional accessory for the Black Belt Rail Saw |
| Packaged Weight | 25.00 lbs |
| Package Dimensions | 30" x 30" x 7" |
| Commodity Code | 8466.91.5000 |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
Side Countercut — BBSUSIDE
| Part No. | BBSUSIDE |
| UPC | 749173621529 |
| Type | Side Countercut |
| Recommended For | Optional accessory for the Black Belt Rail Saw |
| Packaged Weight | 7.00 lbs |
| Package Dimensions | 49" x 5" x 5" |
| Commodity Code | 8466.91.5000 |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 230 V Single Phase |
| Amperage | 13.5 A |
| Motor | 3 HP (2.2 kW) |
| No-Load Speed | 2,800 RPM |
| Blade Sizes | 12" / 14" |
| Arbor | 1" / 60 mm |
| Cutting Depth (Single Pass) | 4" |
| Cutting Depth (Step Cut) | 5" |
| Rip Capacity | 51" (130 cm) |
| Diagonal Capacity | 33" (84 cm) |
| Maximum Load | 485 lbs (220 kg) |
| Tool Weight | 213 lbs (105 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.
Does Alpha® recommend running the BBS-014 on a generator?
Yes, with conditions. Generator wattage should be 2.5–3× the motor running watts. The 3 HP BBS-014 requires 7,000–9,000 W. AVR or inverter-type generators are preferred; undersized units risk motor damage or breaker failure.
What blade sizes does the BBS-014 accept?
12" and 14" diamond blades with 1" or 60 mm arbors.
What is the maximum cutting depth?
4" in a single pass; 5" 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.
Which accessories are available?
BBS8ROLL 8-Roller Side Table widens the work surface; BBSUSIDE Side Countercut steadies multiple tiles for repeatable cuts.
What is the warranty?
One year on the tool. Wear items (brushes, belts, etc.) are excluded.
Where is the saw manufactured?
Italy, to Alpha® specifications.
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