is it hard to cut plexi?

Old Jul 21, 2003 | 09:02 AM
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is it hard to cut plexi?

How hard is it to cut thin plexi glass?
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 10:00 PM
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How thin are you talking? 1/8 1/4 1/2?

I played around with it before and it's not that bad... depends on how important it is to you to have the edge perfectly smooth.

You should be able to just use a jigsaw... it tends to melt while it cuts. Just take a small scrap piece and cut it for practice first.

What are you making?
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 10:56 PM
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I use the dremel to cut it. I have a bit for cutting plastic. Then I have a guide on the dremel and I use a ruler, so I can cut perfectly straight. I tried a jig saw, but it sucks. The dremel worked out the best for me. Cut 1/4 inch. just remember to use high speed.
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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 07:55 AM
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A utilty knife cuts very nice straight lines. Clamp down a straight edge to guide you and you'll be fine.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 05:18 PM
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thanks guys
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 06:49 PM
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pics when you're done fool

stgill got that 2 channel arc audio amp for sale?
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Old Jul 31, 2003 | 07:13 PM
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Originally posted by mantis23
pics when you're done fool

stgill got that 2 channel arc audio amp for sale?
naw i hooked it up. GET OFF ME
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Old Jul 31, 2003 | 07:14 PM
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Old Aug 1, 2003 | 06:50 AM
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ASSHAT :p
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