FloppyFlex User Manual Version 2.0 - 22 August 2022
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Cutting Instructions
FloppyFlex Cutting Instructions are applicable to all types of STS and FTB FloppyFlex. Cutting FloppyFlex
is a quick and easy process with minimal tools and is adaptable for preparing FloppyFlex in the shop
beforehand or in the field. Visit
for a full instructional video demonstration.
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STEP 1
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Prepare for Cutting
Locating the desired cut mark on a length of
raw FloppyFlex. Prepare the cutters by
opening the jaws completely, so that the
cutting blade is fully extended.
Be sure to follow all care and handling
procedures for FloppyFlex to prevent
incorrect bending and twisting.
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STEP 2
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Alignment
Place the base of the Floppyflex towards the
back of the cutter jaws so that the illumination
side is the furthest away from the blade.
Line up the FloppyFlex cut mark with the
blade’s path to ensure a straight and safe cut.
If necessary, ratchet down the blade closer to
the FloppyFlex body by repeatedly squeezing
the handle. Be sure to stop the blade just
before cutting to determine proper alignment.
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STEP 3
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Begin Cutting
Once the FloppyFlex is aligned with the
blade, continue ratcheting down the blade to
begin cutting.
The ratcheting cutter is designed to make
cutting incremental. You will repeat handle
squeezing several times to complete the
cutting process
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STEP 4
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Inspection
Once the blade has cut through the entire
FloppyFlex Body, remove the newly cut
sections from the ratcheting cutter.
Inspect the cleanly cut edges. Make sure the
cuts
are
at
exactly
90 degrees
(perpendicular) to the length of FloppyFlex
and there are no deformities in the edges or
PCB.
