foam table build and test

Review of the build design and some example cuts. This design incorporates an adjustable wire arm for angle cuts, a 16"x12" cutting table, 6"cut height and a only needs a 12vdc1a power supply. The entire build can be done for less than $20 including the nichrome wire and powersupply.

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Howto & Style

Tags:

• hot wire
• foam cutter

[ayres390]

can you explain the power a little more to me...most that i have seen want you to use like a train type power supply, are you saying you just used a cord from an answering machine with no regulator?

[LathanM]

@ayres390 - The supply is a fixed voltage and as long as the numbers work out for wattage you are fine. The reason for the variable supplies you see on other systems is to control cut speed for different types and thicknesses of foam.

[MycobraII]

I'm wondering if you attach the electrical wire right to the eyelet or to the wire itself? If it's to the wire how did you attach them?

[LathanM]

@MycobraII, To the eyelets. The wire is threaded through the eyelets and tied off to itself at the bottom and wrapped around the screw at the top. This way I can easily adjust the tension on the wire as needed.

[ajw159]

can u get shocked if you touch the wire?

[LathanM]

Not really, but you will get burned so keep your fingers away for the wire.

[GasserGlass]

Great Job Man.... Now, if you can only show us how to make a foam cutter or wire loop for making round or semi circle cuts that will get into places where this type cutter cant get into.

Thanks Again

[Lazybabyz]

omg a normal black man that isnt ghetto. They actually exist! (on knees, bowing at LathanM's feet)

[alexcala1]

great video. thanks for no music

[salmanslim]

r u from cali ? i need help to build one

[jveralozada]

Just amazing!,. Really great design, excellent instructions and great video. 5 out of 5 definitely.

you are the best.

[HighFlyguy45]

Great Clip LathanM ! Thanks for sharing :)

[stoolsboy]

Can I say very cool?

[FearBubbles]

Fantastic video!

[aelacazete]

this is a great video, all the way through. please tell me what's the most dense material you can cut easily?

[DeathWing554]

what size nichrome are you using?