Trim Upper Threaded Rods
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What happens here
With the angle grinder activated, carefully bring the spinning cutting disc into contact with the first exposed threaded rod. Apply steady, moderate pressure to cut through the metal rod. Aim to cut the rod as flush as possible with the nut or washer that secures the cable railing, generating sparks as the metal is severed. Work systematically, moving from one rod to the next in the upper section of the post, ensuring each cut is clean and precise.
Goal: Cut the top threaded rods flush with the hardware.
Tools and materials
- Angle Grinder Makita — Cutting the metal threaded rods
- Metal Cutting Disc — The abrasive disc for cutting metal
- Safety Glasses — Eye protection
- Work Gloves — Hand protection
- Cable Railing Post — The post being fitted with cable railing
- Threaded Rods — The protruding metal rods that need to be trimmed