[FTC]: Cutting Tetrix Metal

blackbrigadeer · #1 10-01-2009, 23:49

The rules don't say anything about cutting tetrix metal. I was wondering if there was a restriction about cutting tetrix metal?

gdo · #2 11-01-2009, 09:44

There are no restrictions on cutting the metal in the Tetrix kit. Though I HIGHLY recommend that you don't cut unless it is necessary for the design to work; mainly to the cost of getting replacement parts is so high that its a good idea not to cut the metal

Rick TYler · #3 11-01-2009, 18:23

On the contrary, we find cutting the parts makes some useful structures that Pitsco doesn't offer. A table saw with a tungsten-carbide blade can turn that c-channel into angles and flat plates. I recommend that this should only be tried by someone with a lot of table saw experience.

jbbjjbt · #4 12-01-2009, 08:56

We do a fair amout of cutting using a jig saw, hack saw, dremel tool, tin snips, files and sandpaper. Sandpaper does a remarkable job smoothing the edges.

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