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| Necro:
Ok, I'm finally there. Initial demo CP has been tested. Art is semi-designed. I now need to get the tools to put together my CP. But...I've hit an issue. Based on this old thread (http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=85827.0) I know what to do...but... How the heck to I **CLEANLY** cut the sheet metal for the overlay? Snips don't seem like they'd be clean and a jigsaw definitely won't be straight. A circular saw is asking for something to shoot out and kill me. I have other tools (Rotary Tool and Oscilating Tool) but neither seem appropriate either. Any suggestions? |
| Xiaou2:
Cleanly cutting sheet metal usually involves a metal cutting "Brake". You may be able to use a fiberglass cutting wheel on a tablesaw to get a decent result however. If you had no other choice, you could cut it with a jigsaw, then clamp the thing to a straight edge guide, and use a grinder to remove the excess. Do not try to use a dremel. You would need about 8hrs and 60 cut off discs. |
| Necro:
Hmmm...ok. This makes things more complicated. I'm going to put art over it...so...maybe the washer+bondo option wil provide enough strength. Or thin plexi. Didn't want to to the plexi route though. Might have to. |
| bkenobi:
Find a metal shop. They can cut the CP in about 2 seconds and should only charge you a few $ for the effort. They will either us a break or a band saw. Either way, they should remove the sharp edges for you so you don't cut fingers off when playing! :o |
| ubiquityman:
I'm guessing the traditional non-automated tools are the best choice in this case, but if you are making things in volume, some business have laser cutters that can cut 1/2" steel. |
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