Paracord Stylus for Ripcord Bracelets

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Paracord Stylus for Ripcord Bracelets

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The making of a prototype.
Paralink: Quick Deploy Paracord System
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I made this paracord stylus as a tool for making a quick deploy bracelet. It's made from 1/4" aluminum bar stalk, aluminum sheeting, and an aluminum knurled screw.

It's part of my Kickstarter project. You can check it out here:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/699604098/paralink-quick-deploy-paracord-system

Thanks! - Brent

Cut and Drill

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I measured out about 4" and used a pipe cutter to cut the bar stock. Next I used a number 29 drill bit to drill a hole in the end about 1" deep. I used a file to remove any burs.

Shape the Point

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I adjusted the angle of my mini-lathe to 10 degrees and brought the end to a point. After that I used a file to blunt the tip and 800 grit sand paper to remove any machine marks.

Tapping Aluminum Threads

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I clamped the stylus into a vice but I made sure to protect it with a piece of leather. I then used an 8-32NC tap to cut the threads. Make sure to use a little oil to make the cutting easy.

Cut the Clip

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I used a mini-mill to cut a strip off of a plate of 14 gauge aluminum. To square the plate to the bed I used a "V" block. After I took these pictures I realized I should have put the plate in short ways since my bed only has so much travel. Another one for experience. To make up for it I just cut the last bit with some diagonal cutting pliers.

Form the Clip

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I used a file to clean up the edge. Then I used a center punch to mark the location of the hole. After drilling, I cleaned the hole with a deburring tool. Finally I formed the 90 degree bend in the vice.

Grind and Polish

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I rounded off both ends of the clip with a diamond wheel. To finish it off I sanded both pieces with 800 grit sand paper and a buffing wheel.

I got the knuled screw from ACE hardware. Item # 1501-K, 6-32 x 9/16" in. - Knurled Thumb Screw

Make Your Bracelet

Paracord Stylus weaving: Quick Deploy
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The bracelet is made by placing the paracord into the stylus into the shape of a big letter "W". Then you weave the paracord in and out like a figure 8. Check out the video for a better look.

Thanks for reading. Brent