[NSRCA-discussion] Cutting 3/16 carbon fibre rod

[Larry Diamond]

I would say it depends on the equipment you have available.
 
Highly recommend Tungsten Carbide grit blade for either a scroll saw or a band saw. It cost me about $100 for my bandsaw, but it cuts everything and has lasted about 5 years.
 
Do not use anything that would crush it like wire cutters.
 
It is likely that using a regular saw blade my fray some strands and weaken the rods.
 
I'm willing to bet a number of folks probably use a fine tooth saw blade and haven't had problems. However, the best solution is the Tungsten Carbide type.
 
Here is an example...
 
http://www.tungstencarbidegritedge.com/product/1-x-tungsten-grit-edge-scroll-reciprocating-saw-blade.php
 
Lowes and Home Depot probably carry them now...


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From: Anthony Cornacchione <acornacchione at hotmail.com>
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Sent: Friday, July 12, 2013 4:22 PM
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What is the best way to safely cut these rods from Central Hobby?  Thanks in advance for your help. 

No, this is not a question on the judging tests.

Anthony Cornacchione

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