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| Ken Layton:
When I worked for Capitol Amusement, we had Speedy Auto Glass cut all our plexi/lexan for us. Price was very reasonable and they do excellent work. They have a jig that securely clamps the plexi/lexan (no matter how big or little it is) and gets a perfect straight cut every time. Then I drill the joystick/button holes myself after picking up the cut-to-size plex. |
| sofakng:
Ok, tonight I purchased this from Home Depot: Oldham Viper Router Bits Laminate & Trim Double Flute / Laminate Flush Carbine Tipped - 1/4" Shank 3/8" Cut Diameter - 1/2" Cut Depth "For smooth, accurate trim cuts in laminates. Shielded ball bearing pilot. Use for template cutting on router table." Did I purchase the right tool? Will I be able to trim the edge of the control panel as well as my holes? I'm planning to order the plexiglass slightly larger than the control panel so I could then (hopefully) flush trim it so the edges are perfectly aligned. |
| spystyle:
For those reading this thread that have table saws, I have had perfect results cutting plexi with my table saw, I set the blade's height 1/8" (for 1/8" plexi) and feed the plexi through the blade slowly, while applying pressure on the plexi and it works great. Groovy? Craig |
| FractalWalk:
Did I purchase the right tool? It sounds like the bearing is on the bottom of the bit and so you will need to drill a pilot hole before routing out your CP holes, but it should work. Just be careful drilling the pilot holes. I have had perfect results cutting plexi with my table saw . . . As have I. |
| sofakng:
Was I correct in ordering my plexiglass a little larger than my control panel? Will I be able to trim the edge of the plexiglass to the edge of the control panel? (to make them both the same exact size) |
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