Re: ATM How to cut carbon fiber tubing ?

["Frédéric Géa" <geaf@unionfinancieredefrance.fr>]

Thanks for all your intresting information, I will follow those great
advices !

Frédéric Géa
http://www.astrosurf.com/altaz
-----Message d'origine-----
De : Peter Chen <chen@stars.gsfc.nasa.gov>
À : atm@shore.net <atm@shore.net>
Date : mercredi 27 juin 2001 19:31
Objet : RE: ATM How to cut carbon fiber tubing ?


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> I apologize if this subject has already been mentioned.  When cutting
>carbon fiber tubing, one should take care not to get the fibers into the
>skin.  They can be quite irritating and sometimes downright painful.  I
>suggest latex gloves. Also, if using a power tool such as a dremel or a
>mill/lathe, be sure to wear masks so as not to breath the dust, and goggles
>to keep them from the eyes.
>
> Graphite fiber materials are actually lot of fun to work with once you get
>the hang of it and take the proper precautions.  Have fun.
>
>Regards,
>P.C. Chen
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