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Composite Specialty Cutting Tools

Machining and cutting of composites often requires special tools, whether the composite is an uncured material or a cured structure. This page lists manufacturers and suppliers of specialty cutting tools.

CAD Cut

Provides laser and knife cutting services, plus pattern nesting (stand-alone service or with cutting). Specialty tools for composites, including freezers.

Gerber Technology

Cutting tables, laser cutters, and nesting software for uncured prepregs and dry materials. Product brochures (PDF format) include descriptions and specifications.

International Carbide Corporation (ICC)

Carbide tipped drills, hole saws, and routers. Special configurations for Kevlar and glass. Many pages blank. Sizes and prices online. Articles page worth a look.

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