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maclmc22@gmail.com
Joined: Sep 29, 2008
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Can you use a tube cutter to trim a graphite shaft? I've seen wheel replacements for exactly that purpose, but I've heard others tell me to absolutely NEVER use a tube cutter on graphite - special wheel or no special wheel... So what's the real story??
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Jeff Summitt
Joined: Jan 13, 2006
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Until the day I find a specialty tubing cutter wheel designed to safely cut graphite shafts, I will be in the camp that say NO to ever using a tubing cutter with graphite shafts. Make sure to ask the people that sell or recommend one if they will warrant any shaft that cracks as a result.
Jeff Summitt
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genterdj@gov.ns.ca
Joined: Jun 4, 2007
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I've seen these too but have never used one. I think they would be too rough on the shaft as you turned it and might tear more than cut. I've used a grit impregnated blade for a hacksaw framewith no problem. But the best method has been a chopsaw with metal cutting wheel or a similar small diameter wheel in a handheld grinder. Remember to use masking tape wear the cut will be made.
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jill0175@yahoo.com
Joined: Mar 17, 2009
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Thanks genter for the suggestion. I guess the tape is for holding the piece and making the tear less. But can a metal hand saw can be used?
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Jeff Summitt
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The tape is for reducing splintering of the shaft. The metal saw (frame) can be used, but not a standard hacksaw blade they come equipped with. You need a special non-serated blade to safely cut the graphite shafts with.
Jeff Summitt
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