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Subject: Re: How to cut the circuit boards?

From: "Dave Mucha" <dave_mucha@...>
Date: 2005-08-10

--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "lcdpublishing"
<lcdpublishing@y...> wrote:
> After cutting a few boards to size on the band saw, I now realize how
> abrasive they are and how quickly then can dull a band saw blade (made
> for wood cutting). I have used the table saw (with a carbide tipped
> blade), but again, suspect this may cause premature dulling.
>
> I have heard about shears and even paper cutters, but am not sure if I
> am thinking of the same shears and papers cutters being disscused.
>
> Chris

I have a 30 inch metal shear and it leaves a rough edge.

I have a T-Tech etching machine and it leaves a pristine edge.

A friend has a wet tile saw from Home Depot item 100074675 ($89.00)
sold in the flooring department.

Diamond blade and all that. cuts wet so there is little to no dust.

Dave