Ironwood
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Due to receiving a number of requests for further information on my clips after posting my other thread yesterday, https://www.penturners.org/threads/my-clip-evolution.164496/
I have decided to do this info thread, rather than have to explain it many times.
I was reluctant to put it out there for safety reasons, as the tools and equipment used, can potentially cause serious injury if precautions are not taken. I have been working with metal for over 40 years, so I am very confident that I can perform this task safely myself, but I know there will be readers with varying levels of experience, some may have little or no experience doing this type of thing.
If you don't feel totally 100% confident that you can do it safely yourself, don't do it, or seek help from someone local who is suited to doing it.
To perform this work in a safe manner, please do not take alcohol or drugs before commencing.
You will need at a minimum, clear safety glasses. An impact resistant face shield. Appropriate protective gloves. Hearing protection. Long sleeves to protect from sparks. Work boots.
You will need to have a strong grip in your hands to hold the grinder in a safe and controlled manner.
The thin disc used will explode if it gets jammed, or there is side loading put on it, treat it with great respect.
The metal gets very hot when cutting it, hence the need for gloves, you may need to cool it in a bucket of water at times. The cutting disc will leave a razor sharp edge on the metal, which will cut you if care is not taken.
DISCLAIMER- If you decide to have a go at doing this yourself, you do so at your own risk. The author and the IAP will take no responsibility for any injury or damage caused to any person or equipment.
I have decided to do this info thread, rather than have to explain it many times.
I was reluctant to put it out there for safety reasons, as the tools and equipment used, can potentially cause serious injury if precautions are not taken. I have been working with metal for over 40 years, so I am very confident that I can perform this task safely myself, but I know there will be readers with varying levels of experience, some may have little or no experience doing this type of thing.
If you don't feel totally 100% confident that you can do it safely yourself, don't do it, or seek help from someone local who is suited to doing it.
To perform this work in a safe manner, please do not take alcohol or drugs before commencing.
You will need at a minimum, clear safety glasses. An impact resistant face shield. Appropriate protective gloves. Hearing protection. Long sleeves to protect from sparks. Work boots.
You will need to have a strong grip in your hands to hold the grinder in a safe and controlled manner.
The thin disc used will explode if it gets jammed, or there is side loading put on it, treat it with great respect.
The metal gets very hot when cutting it, hence the need for gloves, you may need to cool it in a bucket of water at times. The cutting disc will leave a razor sharp edge on the metal, which will cut you if care is not taken.
DISCLAIMER- If you decide to have a go at doing this yourself, you do so at your own risk. The author and the IAP will take no responsibility for any injury or damage caused to any person or equipment.
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