Cutting and Finishing Edges of Kevlar (Aramid) Part


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KingsleyHill
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What is the accepted method of obtaining a nice edge on a kevlar part?  All the methods I have tried (basically all the usual fiberglass and carbon fiber cutting and finishing techniques) result in a furry edge.  I have tried tacking down the fur with resin but that results in hard Aramid/Kevlar hairs sticking up from the edge perfect for sticking into soft body parts.  Suggestions?  
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f1rob
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If you have to keep the Kevlar to the edge you can rub the edge down with 800/1000/1200 wet and dry and get a fairly smooth edge

Also sandwich the outside edge of the part in a carbon edge makes it easy to trim
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