Angles on PVC Trunking

[RDB85]

I’m doing a large install with PVC Trunking I had a Magnusson Mitre block but it’s not that great with a large hacksaw.

Does anyone have any recommendations on what to use and a decent saw?

 

[littlespark]

Manufactured bends, then you can be as hacky as you like…..

I’ve got one of those tin snip type tools with a mitre plate. Leaves a clean edge, not all burred up that needs filed smooth.

 

[RDB85]

Manufactured bends, then you can be as hacky as you like…..

I’ve got one of those tin snip type tools with a mitre plate. Leaves a clean edge, not all burred up that needs filed smooth.

Not a fan of the bends. They are okay in some places but I want to make this as neat as possible.

 

[GBDamo]

I’m doing a large install with PVC Trunking I had a Magnusson Mitre block but it’s not that great with a large hacksaw.

Does anyone have any recommendations on what to use and a decent saw?

4" battery Angle Dangle, chop chop, Bob's your auntie's sister.

 

[GBDamo]

Not a fan of the bends. They are okay in some places but I want to make this as neat as possible.

If your wall is in any was shonky, even the slightest shonkiness, and mitred corners will be a pig unless you use CA glue and activator spray, which to be frank is a pain in the small donkey.

 

[nicebutdim]

Manufactured bends, then you can be as hacky as you like…..

While I tend to prefer good workmanship to manufactured solutions, have to agree with this. Trunking isn't robust enough for mitred joints to remain neat over time.

 

[RDB85]

I know it’s not robust enough. But I at least want it to look good. I will be filling in and around with caulk. I’m just after some tools etc to make the job that much easier.

 

[telectrix]

mulitool and/or junior hacksaw.

 

[RDB85]

mulitool and/or junior hacksaw.

I can’t afford a multi tool and ive a junior hacksaw already. Only really good for cutting 90 degrees.

 

[Mikegh]

What size trunking is this

 

[Mikegh]

What type of installation as well

Is this something surface in pvc trunking with 20mm drops or what is it ?

Anything big I ever did was steel so not that familiar

 

[nicebutdim]

What about this sort of mitre saw? Cheap and provide accurate cutting at any angle - downside is how much space it takes up.

Precision Mitre Saw

Deep cutting saw featuring a 400mm solid pressure cast saw table with 9 pre-set mitres and workclamp. Blade length 550mm 14tpi. Requires assembly.

www.toolstation.com

 

[RDB85]

What about this sort of mitre saw? Cheap and provide accurate cutting at any angle - downside is how much space it takes up.

Precision Mitre Saw

Deep cutting saw featuring a 400mm solid pressure cast saw table with 9 pre-set mitres and workclamp. Blade length 550mm 14tpi. Requires assembly.

www.toolstation.com

I’ve seen them but they look a little big and awkward.

 

[RDB85]

What type of installation as well

Is this something surface in pvc trunking with 20mm drops or what is it ?

Anything big I ever did was steel so not that familiar

It’s standard 25x16 Trunking for CCTV.

 

[nicebutdim]

I’ve seen them but they look a little big and awkward.

They really are, but provide a cheap means of cutting accurate angles.

 

[Mikegh]

It’s standard 25x16 Trunking for CCTV.

Should be straightforward

Tool for marking the angles ( forget the name) and a large hacksaw and a file


Maybe adjust if the walls are off
25*16 is very easy to work with

 

[Mikegh]

Just don't get the sticky stuff

Fix the regular stuff

 

[Vortigern]

Personally, working with trunking 25 x 16, It is never going to look like a Michelangelo. I use the separate clip on angles you can get to form any angles and terminations. I also think that the cutting of the trunking is less important than the lid. If you cut that right and as you say caulk it then that is as good as it gets. If you are using trunking you must know you cannot make a silk purse out of a sows' ear.

 

[loz2754]

These are great for cutting trunking up to 40mm. The interchangable jaws include an angle marker for mitres:

C.K T2240 Multi Cutter Set : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Shop C.K T2240 Multi Cutter Set. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

www.amazon.co.uk

 

[RDB85]

I’ve seen these, but I’m not sure if they are any good.

Deal: FLORA GUARD Miter Shears - 45 to 135 Degree Multi Angle Trim Cutter, Gasket Shear for Cutting Soft Wood, Plastic, PVC and More, Including 2 Spare Blades FLORA GUARD Miter Shears - 45 to 135 Degree Multi Angle Trim Cutter, Gasket Shear for Cutting Soft Wood, Plastic, PVC and More, Including 2 Spare Blades : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07SHBYDDP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_dl_0KNQDB5N83EQ56TCHCPQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Saw:

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/magnu...VSOztCh2x7wpUEAQYASABEgJZQfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Mitre Box:

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/mitre-box/7048v

 

[UNG]

If you want clean and accurate cuts then my tool of choice would be a pull saw

Bahco PC-9-9/17-PS Pc-9-9/17-Ps Profcut Double Sided Pull Saw 240Mm (9.1/2In) 8.5 & 17 Tpi

Length 240mm (9 1/2 in)Teeth 8.5 and 17 tpi....

www.powertoolsdirect.com

 

[UNG]

Just don't get the sticky stuff

Fix the regular stuff

Nothing wrong with the sticky stuff it's the way you use it, used many kilometres of the stuff with no problem

 

[RDB85]

If you want clean and accurate cuts then my tool of choice would be a pull saw

Bahco PC-9-9/17-PS Pc-9-9/17-Ps Profcut Double Sided Pull Saw 240Mm (9.1/2In) 8.5 & 17 Tpi

Length 240mm (9 1/2 in)Teeth 8.5 and 17 tpi....

www.powertoolsdirect.com

I’ve never seen one before. They look interesting.

 

[UNG]

I’ve never seen one before. They look interesting.

They are very good for precise cuts, the one I linked to is my preferred style as it is more versatile but if you do a search on Japanese pull saws they are available in different styles
Before I got a multi tool I would use the pull saw for undercutting architraves and skirting boards as they are quite flexible. I use them now where it is difficult to get the multi tool in or where I need a deeper cut than a multi tool blade allows. For plastics they don't seem to make as a rough cut like some saws do so for cutting trunking or waste pipes I find you can get a neat square cut

 

[DefyG]

But I at least want it to look good. I will be filling in and around with caulk.

Looking good and filling any 'gaps' with caulk (which can look s......te after a few weeks/months) doesn't bode well for for the best of looks!

 

[RDB85]

Looking good and filling any 'gaps' with caulk (which can look s......te after a few weeks/months) doesn't bode well for for the best of looks!

I always go around the edges with caulk. Because I’ve used a large hacksaw in the past it’s not the smoothest of cuts. Something like the Japanese Saw may change that. Plus its getting painted to match the room. A bit of caulk on the mitre joints isn’t so bad.

Any helpful suggestions from yourself?

 

[DefyG]

I would always use the preformed angles and T's, box adaptors etc. for the most professional job but you've already dismissed that idea in previous threads.

I've tried mitre saws and whilst give a good 'edge' buildings are never 'square' so makes it very difficult to cut it perfectly!

 

[RDB85]

I would always use the preformed angles and T's, box adaptors etc. for the most professional job but you've already dismissed that idea in previous threads.

I've tried mitre saws and whilst give a good 'edge' buildings are never 'square' so makes it very difficult to cut it perfectly!

I’ve not seen the angle adaptors. I just know when we were showing the client the end caps and t boxes they didn’t like them so asked if we could cut the Trunking and then smooth over it with some caulk. As they said it was being painted.

 

[DefyG]

Keeping the customer happy is key, and it's not as if its a deviation from the regs (unless using singles and they show through gaps in the joints)! which there wont be if filled and painted.

 

[RDB85]

Keeping the customer happy is key, and it's not as if its a deviation from the regs (unless using singles and they show through gaps in the joints)! which there wont be if filled and painted.

It’s for CCTV.