03-16-2011, 09:49 AM
Here's a fundamental question: what should I be using to cut my track?
I've Xuron cutters for actually cutting off pieces of track from a 3' length, but what's the best for cutting breaks in points etc.
For instance, I need to cut a length of track after laying and soldering it across a baseboard joint so that the boards can be separated. On the previous board, I used a cutting disc (Dremmel?) in my modelling drill, but would prefer a finer cut. Additionally, as the disc and drill body are in line, the cut becomes angular as the it gets deeper becaused the drill body prevents the disc from being kept perpendicular to the rail. I hope that makes sense.
I've previously tried a modelling saw (blade screws to the handle) but found it refuses to cut. By the way, I don't know the make of the discs I've been using as they came with the drill that was sold as the hardware store's own brand.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Jonte
I've Xuron cutters for actually cutting off pieces of track from a 3' length, but what's the best for cutting breaks in points etc.
For instance, I need to cut a length of track after laying and soldering it across a baseboard joint so that the boards can be separated. On the previous board, I used a cutting disc (Dremmel?) in my modelling drill, but would prefer a finer cut. Additionally, as the disc and drill body are in line, the cut becomes angular as the it gets deeper becaused the drill body prevents the disc from being kept perpendicular to the rail. I hope that makes sense.
I've previously tried a modelling saw (blade screws to the handle) but found it refuses to cut. By the way, I don't know the make of the discs I've been using as they came with the drill that was sold as the hardware store's own brand.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Jonte