What is Micro-Shaving?
Micro-shaving is the process of removing manageable chunks of rock in a controlled manner. Basically, a hole is drilled, cleaned, then loaded with 1-2 of our power loads. The safety pad is centered over the hole and the held in place by the detonator firing pin. After adequate safety measures have been taken, a couple of whacks with the hammer and BANG! You have fractured the rock in several ways.
Who uses Micro-Shaving?
Our micro-shaving kits are used by Search and Rescue teams, Commercial Cave owners (for trail modification), Geologists, Excavators, Contractors, Sculptors and Caving expeditions.
Is it safe to use & do I need a license?
When used properly, our micro-shaver is extremely safe. The power loads are available from On Rope 1 and do not require a special license.
Safe, effective, controlled removal of rock can be in your hands!
The OR1 Micro-Shaving Kit includes the following:
- Micro-shaving detonator with lanyard
- Spare firing pin (Grade 8 Steel)
- Chisel to remove loose rock
- 5/16″ x 6″ SDS bit – fits any SDS power drill, Petzl Rocpecker (P26), or the Fixe hand drill (FS371)
- Blow tube to clear dust
- Safety pad
- 25 power loads in a waterproof bottle
- Safety goggles
- Quick reference card
- Detailed instructions
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Cordura cinch bag (LRGB)
Using this kit might allow some explorers to find new cave where the map currently says, “Too Tight.”
Always wear eye protection, heavy clothes and gloves during micro-shaving. Hearing protection is also recommended, but not required. .
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