Cutting vs. using smaller segments

I pretty much use only Atlas flex track and I cut it a lot to custom form my plan.  So my vote goes for cutting.

 

I use a dremel with a cut-off wheel.  Goes through the track like butter.

 

 

Good question, Chad.n I'm somewhat behind you.  I don't even have a design yet.

Trevize, do you use Atlas flex track for all of your curves too?  I was thinking that might be more work but could result in smoother running.  Tx.

Ron

If you are building a layout, you just as well get used to cutting.  I use a chop saw.  You also need a good new file with a handle on it to take off the burrs, and a hobby saw to cut the plastic strip on the bottom.  Maybe the newer big dremmel would work, but the small disks are not my cup of tea. 

I would cut the 9" pc rather than use 2 smaller pcs.  As a rule, I go with the less track sections the better.  One Dremel cut off wheel is all you'll need for a layout.  They cut great.     

Custom cutting??  You may be interesting in part 6057 , which can be easily added to your custom piece.

 

I've used a 32 tooth per inch hacksaw with good cutting results and clean up the ends with a bench sander.

I have used the dremel with a large cut off wheel. I found this approach is better than using a number of small section.

Well there you go, unanimous, go with the cutting. That was the direction I was leaning towards too, but it's always nice to have it confirmed And thanks for the tip on the 6057 ties Mike. I'll post the layout plans for a final OGR scrutiny in the next couple of days. Thanks for responses!