Cable Saw

[UncommonSense]

I've tried this wire saw in the past. It didn't work well for a couple reasons. Underwater it was a little more difficult to get the momentum to cut as effectively as I was hoping. Had to put it under a bit of tension as well and consequently was definitely pulling on the rockwork.

I've used this pruner for larger branches and it's worked well for me, if it's large enough for the branches you're trying to cut. Same thing as the tree lopper just a different scale.

https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/h...axspect/?searchid=7476388&search_query=pruner

I tested the handheld pruners as seen earlier in this thread… I had to use both hands squeezing the handles; an excessive amount of force to cut a piece of rubble…

 

[sdreef]

I tested the handheld pruners as seen earlier in this thread… I had to use both hands squeezing the handles; an excessive amount of force to cut a piece of rubble…

You’ll definitely generate more force with less input with the longer handles. That may not be necessary for the intended purpose. I used the pruner above to lop some pretty thick stag colonies with a single hand recently.

No question you’re right though, and if the larger tool fits it will require less force.

 

[JGT]

Thanks. Will try a couple of the options posted in this thread. Will def checkout those pruners.

 

[fish_collector]

CoralVue/Maxspect markets an aggressive hand saw for just this purpose.

https://www.maxspect.com/en/products-footer/317-cths.html

 

[JGT]

CoralVue/Maxspect markets an aggressive hand saw for just this purpose.

https://www.maxspect.com/en/products-footer/317-cths.html

Nice! Another option. Thanks.

 

[fish_collector]

In reality, a drywall saw would be a cheap option too. Not stainless steel but you'd only be in the tank for a few minutes tops. It looks to be similar to the Maxspect saw, maybe a bit more aggressive teeth, it may not matter. I've never used one for this purpose though so you'd be the guinea pig.

My Amazon link did not work but you get the idea.

 

[JGT]

In reality, a drywall saw would be a cheap option too. Not stainless steel but you'd only be in the tank for a few minutes tops. It looks to be similar to the Maxspect saw, maybe a bit more aggressive teeth, it may not matter. I've never used one for this purpose though so you'd be the guinea pig.

My Amazon link did not work but you get the idea.

Yes, was thinking similar. Cirakvyexseens to have it. But at $32 not exactly cheap. Maybe even a hacksaw blade could work.

 

[UncommonSense]

Yes, was thinking similar. Cirakvyexseens to have it. But at $32 not exactly cheap. Maybe even a hacksaw blade could work.

Here’s an idea… pneumatic oscillating saw?

I do know pneumatic sanders are used to polish the interior of acrylic viewing panes in some public aquariums while the display is still up and running!

A diver just gets in there and goes at it!

 

[JGT]

Here’s an idea… pneumatic oscillating saw?

I do know pneumatic sanders are used to polish the interior of acrylic viewing panes in some public aquariums while the display is still up and running!

A diver just gets in there and goes at it!

Sounds like I’d break the bank.
I was considering a sawzall with 12” blade. The acro is at the top so it could be done but just too unwieldy.

 

[JGT]

Circling back guys. Wound up going with the diamond encrusted stainless steel cable wire (exnisstech recco) and a different set of coral pruners (ptrusk recco).
Used the cable for the big pieces. Took my time. Got into a steady back and forth rythym and it made nice clean even cut. Used the pruners for the small branches. The rounded blades and the teeth made a much more gentler cut vs. my straight, no teeth pruners.
Only problem is that it now looks ugly but it’ll grow back and I get to do it all over again.

Thanks guys.

 

[Miami Reef]

In case anyone was curious, here’s a pic of the beast. My primary concern is that I don’t want to cause huge movement from the jolt of snapping effect and wind up collapsing half my reef.

Wow it looks like a fluffy leather coral. Incredible. What was the name of it, again?

 

[JGT]

Wow it looks like a fluffy leather coral. Incredible. What was the name of it, again?

It’s a Battlecorals Pink Stellaton. Started as 1” frag. Grows crazy fast. Color is a deep pink with lights blue at the tips. Looks like this from overhead.

 

[fish_collector]

Circling back guys. Wound up going with the diamond encrusted stainless steel cable wire (exnisstech recco) and a different set of coral pruners (ptrusk recco).
Used the cable for the big pieces. Took my time. Got into a steady back and forth rythym and it made nice clean even cut. Used the pruners for the small branches. The rounded blades and the teeth made a much more gentler cut vs. my straight, no teeth pruners.
Only problem is that it now looks ugly but it’ll grow back and I get to do it all over again.

Thanks guys.

Pictures or it never happened.

 

[JGT]

Once lights come up will take a pic but it ain’t gonna be pretty.
Have plenty have good sized frags as well including a couple of pieces that are 3-6”.