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A 0.2mm wire is heated using a safe 10V source, and this heated wire cuts through the polystyrene, melting it and providing a clean cut. By varying the amount of voltage on the wire (and thus current), the wire temperature can be varied between 100℃ - 200℃ (212℉ - 392℉).
A 0.2mm wire is heated using a safe 10V source, and this heated wire cuts through the polystyrene, melting it and providing a clean cut. By varying the amount of voltage on the wire (and thus current), the wire temperature can be varied between 100℃ - 200℃ (212℉ - 392℉).
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''Assembling the THERMOCUT''
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# Fit the overarm 1 (Fig. 2) underneath the device by using the enclosed knurled screw.
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# Fasten the cable 2 to the overarm with the screw 3.
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# Tighten the screw well to ensure good electrical contact (10.5 volt low voltage).
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# Slide the spool carrier 8 (Fig. 1) on to the arm and fasten it with the screw 9.
''Installing the cutting wire''
''Installing the cutting wire''