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Anyone got any info on cutting 1/2 inch thick rubber mat?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by undermoneyed, Jul 1, 2012.

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  1. Jul 1, 2012 at 2:29 PM
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  2. Jul 1, 2012 at 3:12 PM
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    If it were soft rubber, common sense suggests he wouldn't be considering power tools to cut it.

    I've used various bandsaws for decades. The gaps for the blades are significantly smaller than the 1/2" thickness of rubber, thus could not likely do as you describe (pull a hand into the blade) -soft rubber wouldn't pull that hard and hard rubber wouldn't fit through the gap to pull at all.
     
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  3. Jul 1, 2012 at 3:56 PM
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    Thanks for the input guys. I'll get back to you on what worked.
    Mark
     
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  4. Jul 1, 2012 at 4:02 PM
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  5. Jul 1, 2012 at 4:04 PM
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    I used a utility knife and a straight edge to cut my bed mat out. It was half inch mat used in fitness centers and weight rooms. The utility knife cuts right through it. Bending the mat like troy28 said helps and i let mine get good and hot out in the sun and it cut almost in one pass.
     
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  6. Jul 1, 2012 at 4:33 PM
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    Yes - this is the technique I used with my mats from Tractor Supply. I used a heavy duty utility knife and changed blades every 5 or 6 cuts. IMO, this gives the cleanest edge with the least amount of mess. Cut on a sheet of scrap plywood.
     
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  7. Jul 1, 2012 at 4:40 PM
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  8. Jul 1, 2012 at 5:10 PM
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    Don't use a jig saw. I tried cutting my 5/8" thick mat with one and clamped a metal straight edge to the mat to follow for a nice straight line.

    Well that straight line did not happen. After the blade warms up due to friction with the mat it is not strong enough to stay straight. On a factory or other thin mat it will likely work but not on any thing over a 1/4" thick.

    So on the top of the mat it looked good but after about 12" of cutting the blade starting cutting at a 45 degree angle.

    Was pissed since I did not get a perfect fitting mat and had to cut off the fucked up part.

    Ended up just using a box cutter with a lot of blades and some patience. Dont forget the lube, this process is more delicate than anal.
     
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  9. Jul 1, 2012 at 5:16 PM
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  10. Jul 1, 2012 at 5:29 PM
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    might try a dremel with a pin router.
     
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    use dish soap rather than hydrocarbon based lube for blade to cut neatly through rubber type products. Works slick.
     
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    Bandsaw with a fence setup for straight cuts. Keep wax or some kind of lube for the blade on hand.
     
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    I tried the circular saw first, the smell of burning rubber was too much. Tried the jig saw next, didn't make a dent. Tried the Olfa knife, took about 5 cuts to get through. I cut about 3 to 5 inches at a time. Took about 20 mins to get the job done. Thanks for all the advice guys.
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    I just did the same with a horse stall mat from tractor supply 1 inch thick. Used a jig saw with a 10 tooth per inch wood blade. it cut great staight smooth cuts. Take your time and let the blade cut.

    Just a not: The 1 inch thick mat is heavy as hell.
     
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    I tried the circular saw, the smell of burning rubber was too much and progress was slow. Tried the jig saw, didn't make a dent. The Olfa knife did a good job, it was a little slow, took me about 20 minutes. Thanks for all the advice guys.
    Mark
     
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    I have 2 mats that I got at Tractor Supply and they are about 3/4" thick and super heavy and I plan to cut them with a "knife blade" on my jig saw.

    Not every store those blades, but they work great for things like this. Good luck and keep us posted on how you cut it and your results.
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    That isn't a rotary olfa is it?
     
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    I tried getting a rotary Olfa, those Swedes are slow coming up with one. Maybe next time.
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