Cutting Power When Removing Glass With Cutting Thread

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The power for separating the glass is weaker when the cutting thread is deflected to its maximum point. An angle greater than 90° should be avoided.

Fig 1: Removing Glass With Cutting Thread Angle (High Cutting Power)
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Unfavorable angle (strong traction required)

Fig 2: Removing Glass With Cutting Thread Angle (Average Cutting Power)

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Favorable angle (average traction required)

Fig 3: Removing Glass With Cutting Thread Angle (Low Cutting Power)

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Optimum angle (minimum traction required)