Choice of the wedge angle
Materials Sectioning
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Large wedge angle:
- For hard materials
- High stability
- Good durability of cutting edge
- High cutting force needed
- Sections tend to break more easily
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Small wedge angle:
- For soft materials
- Lower stability
- Less stable cutting edge
- Low cutting force needed
- Reduced tendency of section to break easily
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