How thick the cutting is depends on the length of the tool you use. It can be done in multiple times. For example, if the tip of the tool you use is 10mm long, then it can only cut a maximum of 10mm thick, but it cannot cut through in one go. It needs to be done in multiple times to cut through. How many times depends on the size of your tool, the hardness of the material, and your requirements.
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