CARBIDE WHEEL
CUTTERS
User Instructions
Safety
- Always wear proper eye protection when scoring and breaking any material.
Inland Glass Cutters feature carbide steel wheels, axles and cutting heads. they are long lasting, dependable, hold a cutting edge longer and the axles won't wear out before the wheel. Close construction tolerances ensure a smooth rolling wheel with no chatter. There is a dry wheel cutter and cutters with an adjustable oil feed system . All Inland Cutters have a replaceable cutting head and can be used on glass and will also enable you to score and break preform shapes out of thin cut slabs of agate and other minerals.
Inland Dry Wheel Cutter
The Dry Wheel Cutter does not have an oil reservoir and can be used as is or dipped in cutting oil. Simply dip the wheel of your cutter into a small container of cutting oil before scoring. Use the "tapper ball" at the end to help run the score. Gently tap the ball along the length of the score on the opposite side and then break the score using your preferred method. The Dry Wheel Cutter uses the Narrow Replacement head, Inland no. 50090
Inland Oil Feed Cutters
- Pistol Style: The handle style makes it easier to keep the correct cutting angle and requires less pressure to produce a good score. The ergonomic handle design alleviates hand and wrist stress and reduces cutting fatigue.
- SlimLine™: A pencil style cutter with a slim textured acrylic barrel. It's lightweight and comfortable to hold and use over extended periods.
- Brass Barrel: A slightly larger pencil style cutter with an outer brass barrel. The heavier weight lends a feel of stability and reduces the force need to make a good score. The textured barrel makes it easier to grip and steer.
- HeavyDuty™: Similar in size to the Brass Barrel but make of lightweight acrylic like the SlimLine™. A textured barrel and ridge rings provide a sure grip for accurate cutting.
To Fill: Remove brass the oil chamber cap and fill your cutter with a quality cutting fluid such as Inland RinsesOff™. This keeps the cutting wheel free rolling for a better score and fills the score line to keep it from "healing" for a cleaner, more accurate break. Replace the cap making sure the black "O" ring is in place. Tighten until snug. Over tightening the cap can crack the cutter barrel.
Scoring Tips- Before starting a score, position the glass so you can comfortable complete the entire score at once.
- Always score on the smoothest side of the material.
- Hold the cutter like a pencil with the screw on the cutting head facing up or forward. You want the cutter to be as close to perpendicular to the material as possible. For the Pistol Style cutter, wrap your hand around the cutter body and it will automatically be in the best cutting position.
- Start at the edge and apply consistent light to medium pressure while you push the cutter across the material you are scoring. A good score appears as a light, continuous scratch across the surface. Lift your cutter off just as you reach the opposite side. A furrow of slivers indicates too much pressure.
- Break each score as you make it.
- Its easier to follow your pattern line if you push the cutter. When scoring along a ruler or straight edge, it is easier to ride the cutter head along the bar if you pull.
Service
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of this or any Inland product please call Inland Customer Service at 1-800-521-8428 9 AM to 5 PM EST., email us, or write us at:
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Inland Craft Products, Co. 32052 Edward Madison Heights, MI 48071 |
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