Cutting force for removing glass with cutting thread

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Porsche Macan and 2015 Porsche Macan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Unfavorable angle (strong pulling force required)

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Favorable angle (average pulling force required)

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Optimum angle (minimum pulling force required)

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