[TheForge] Fw: cutting off copper ferrules?

[xlch58 at swbell.net]

David E. Smucker wrote:
> Jerry is right, a dull tool works better on copper or soft brass than a 
> sharp one.  Also try a positive rake angle on you cut off tool.  Also helps 
> to turn a wood or plastic plug and place into the id of the tubing.  (Or you 
> might find a wood doll that is just the right size.)  With the plug in 
> place -- back into the chuck, then you can hold the other end with the tail 
> stock which alows you to use more cutting force.  Use soap or wax as a 
> cutting lub.
>
> If you can find copper that isn't dead soft that also helps.
>
> I don't think you have one since you don't do any welding but a plasma 
> cutter just might work too.  You would clamp the cutting torch and turn the 
> work piece.
>
> Dave
>
>   
I have always used a sharp tool with a negative rake for copper and 
brass (and aluminium for that matter)


Charles