Need advice for cutting ripstop and webbing
I was planning on purchasing a soldering gun for cutting ripstop. I've seen this 100/140w unit for about $30. I know that's enough heat to cut ripstop, but what about webbing? Would I be better off spending $45 for a 200/260w unit or even a bit more ($55) for a 200/300w unit if I want to cut both ripstop and webbing? Are these even appropriate for 1" poly webbing or are scissors/knife and a lighter the preferred method? Would I be able to use the same tip on both ripstop and webbing?
This hotknife would do both, but it's a bit pricey. The foot attachment is nice and would allow you to cut ripstop on any surface without having to worry about marking it, but it isn't really necessary if you choose your cutting surface carefully (glass or tempered hardboard). In the videos, they use the standard tip to cut both fabric and webbing, but this optional tip looks like it leaves a nicer edge on webbing. Has anyone used the Sailrite knife?
Need advice for cutting ripstop and webbing
Overkill. I use a 30w soldiering iron. It cuts ripstop as fast as you can flick snot or as fast as you can draw a pencil line - which ever analogy works best. If it's a soldering iron, and can fuse metal....it's hot enough to melt nylon. Just get one with a tiny tip.
In my opinion for webbing a sharp knife and a lighter works best.
Need advice for cutting ripstop and webbing
Oh i wasn't aware of others having trouble with it. I use a soldering iron used for circuit boards. Not sure of what type of metal though.. No brand. Similar to: http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/14/dahe4ame.jpg
The tiny tip is where the heat is focused. I've had nothing but success and it was bought at a cheap electronic stores for $5.
It cuts and seals like a dream.