Cutting Unitrack

I'm sure this has been discussed before. I just picked up a new Dremel tool. Can these be used to cut Unitrack?

Any pointers or comments to help?

Thanks

Bruce

 

Bruce I use a razor saw to cut throught the roadbed then rail nippers or the dremel to cut rail The dremel will melt the roadbed

 

Bruce

I am sure that PSG will answer this but here are a couple of Trainboard topics which will answer your question

http://www.trainboard.com/grapevine/showthread.php?t=80402&highlight=cutting+unitrack

http://www.trainboard.com/grapevine/showthread.php?t=69307&highlight=cutting+unitrack

Good Luck

 

Bruce:

I cut Unitrack with a straight razorback saw through the rails and roadbed.

I cut the track to make odd lengths I need. This goes for straight and curved sections.


Stay cool and run steam.....

 

Thanks Everyone.

After reading the attached threads is it my understanding you cannot use the unijoiner if you cut the track?

Bruce

 

You use a regular railjoiner. You roadbed at the end of Unitrack where the railjoiner is fit has to be removed. You can get away with 3/16 inch of roadbed removed. This will leave room for the railjoiner to slip on the rail.

I used Unitrack and Atlas track to make the service tracks in the turntable area. You can see where they were joined on the three tracks to the right.

The final ballasting of the Unitrack hasn't been completed.







Stay cool and run steam......

 

Bruce,

In the event your questions wasn't answered. Yes, you can use a dremel tool to cut unitrack or anyother track. I cut track with a dremel tool utilizing the thinnest cutting blade. Unitrack cuts nicely and holds it's shape very well.

It took me a bit to learn how to use the cutting tools. Just take some used track and practice. It won't take you long to get used to it. Once up to speed you will be surprised as to how fast you can lay rail.

 

You can use the unijoiner if you notch the cut end of the roadbed in a manner similar to the regular ends. Do it accurately enough and the unijoiner will fit snugly. The unijoiner doesn't lock of course but if snug there is no sideways movement. And a drop of flexible water soluble glue will hold it lengthwise if you desire.

Ben

 

Thanks again guys.

I'm charging up the Dremel for tomorrow. So I decided to work on a Blair Line truck dump.

Amazing how soothing it is to watch a train go around while you work. Especially after a rough day.

Take Care
Bruce