Author Topic: Plexi thickness and dremel bit (Read 2742 times)

zirk · « **on:** February 05, 2003, 03:29:59 am »

Hi, two small questions.

1) What would be a good size for CP/Marquee/beezel plexi ? I used some 4mm for beezel at another project, but I think its a bit too thick for a CP. Would 2mm be good enough ? (If you have the inch system, no problem. I can convert

2) Anyone know of a dremel bit that can be used to make slots for Happ T-molding ?

thanks

SirPoonga · « **Reply #1 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:43:02 am »

I have 1/8" plexi on my CP.

I happen to have my TI-85 next to me, time to convert.
3.187mm

zirk · « **Reply #2 on:** February 05, 2003, 04:00:31 am »

Ok, thanks, then I know 3 mm is not too little. Would you say that would be a minimum, or could I try 2 mm ?

TI, never leave home without it

SirPoonga · « **Reply #3 on:** February 05, 2003, 04:08:34 am »

actually, the thinner you get the better, especially depending on the controls you plan on using.

hyiu · « **Reply #4 on:** February 05, 2003, 10:38:08 am »

on the control panel... assuming you have 1/2 in + wood lying beneath... you can just get the thinnest lexan....
(sorry.... I only use lexan cause no cracking when drilling...)

as for dremel..... there is a caribide slot cutting bit that can be used for t_molding....

try this link...
http://www.arcadecontrols.org/yabbse/index.php?board=1;action=display;threadid=201;start=0

eightbit · « **Reply #5 on:** February 05, 2003, 11:48:14 am »

Cutting a t-slot with a dremel is going to be tough on the dremel and slow. I'd suggest borrowing or renting a router and you can zip the whole t-slot out in 2 minutes. Of course then more than likely your going to have to also purchase the t-slot bit.

zirk · « **Reply #6 on:** February 05, 2003, 01:31:19 pm »

"Cutting a t-slot with a dremel is going to be tough on the dremel and slow. "

I reccon

But thats what I have, and

"I'd suggest borrowing or renting a router and you can zip the whole t-slot out in 2 minutes."

I dont know anyone with a router, and I dont think there are any rentals around

"Of course then more than likely your going to have to also purchase the t-slot bit." And the router.

I'll check up on the dremel first. If its a no-good, I hope my friendly hardware store accepts Mastercard

Carsten Carlos · « **Reply #7 on:** February 05, 2003, 01:33:30 pm »

I have 2mm Lexan on my controlpanel, and it works fine. The wood under it is 10mm. (pictures available on my homepage)

eightbit · « **Reply #8 on:** February 05, 2003, 02:07:16 pm »

Hyiu mentioned that there is a bit for your dremel to cut the slot. There is also an attachment to turn your router into a mini-router. If you already have the dremel this may be a good route to go.

zirk · « **Reply #9 on:** February 05, 2003, 02:34:19 pm »

Great ! The smaller, the better.

I also got inspired by the LED's

Do you draw power from thi I-pac for them ?

-Zirk

Carsten Carlos · « **Reply #10 on:** February 05, 2003, 02:58:42 pm »

Nope, I just took a 5V/12V-line out from the PC - just get a powerplug indentical to those on the harddisks or CD-Roms and lead it out for all your needs.
I'll also drive a car-amplifier this way with the internal powersupply.

Unfortunately Andy's I-Pac can't draw that much current as needed for high-intensity led's.

There is a really long thread about this stuff somewhere in the forum, try to search!

Guess it should reveal with LED button or such words.

zirk · « **Reply #11 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:13:56 pm »

And If I had remembered what I had just read on your site, I would aready know the answer. Silly me. Too exited, I guess

zirk · « **Reply #12 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:18:43 pm »

"Hyiu mentioned that there is a bit for your dremel to cut the slot"

Found it. Part 542 hunting tomorrow.

"There is also an attachment to turn your router into a mini-router. If you already have the dremel this may be a good route to go"

I have both the dremel and router attachment, so spending 15$ on a bit is far cheaper than buying a router for 200$+ bit for 15$. Then again, I always wanted a router, even if I dont have the slightest idea what I would use it for.

hyiu · « **Reply #13 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:22:36 pm »

well... I can tell you... if you like wood working....
router is FUN !!!!!

I got a dremel tool.... and then got a router !!...

I have to say... it is NICE.... more fun than jig saw, circular saw... drill combined.... can do A LOT of cool stuffs... heee hee....

mrhowell · « **Reply #14 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:24:55 pm »

$200.00 router?

zirk · « **Reply #15 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:29:20 pm »

$200.00 router?

I live in Norway. The cheapest router that can actually rout is about 180$ (for a black and decker) The Boch is another 100$ or so.

eightbit · « **Reply #16 on:** February 05, 2003, 03:37:56 pm »

Quote from: zirk on February 05, 2003, 03:29:20 pm

$200.00 router?

I live in Norway. The cheapest router that can actually rout is about 180$ (for a black and decker) The Boch is another 100$ or so.

I have no clue what that works out to in us dollars but we can get a router pretty easy for under $50 in US dollars.

http://www.sears.com/sr/product/summary/productsummary.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1509884569.1044477359@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccidadchhhkjlflcehgcemgdffmdfko.0&vertical=SEARS&fromAuto=YES&bidsite=&pid=00917504000

zirk · « **Reply #17 on:** February 05, 2003, 04:03:37 pm »

Well, 180$ is about 180 USD

Converted from Norwegian Kroner. I'll have another look in the cheaper stores, but no way am I going to find a router for 50 us $ Stuff are a lot more expencive here than in the US.

SirPoonga · « **Reply #18 on:** February 05, 2003, 05:45:01 pm »

Quote from: eightbit on February 05, 2003, 11:48:14 am

Cutting a t-slot with a dremel is going to be tough on the dremel and slow. I'd suggest borrowing or renting a router and you can zip the whole t-slot out in 2 minutes. Of course then more than likely your going to have to also purchase the t-slot bit.

Really? I think you under-estimate the dremel:) I didn't do tmolding, bit I rounded my corners. The dremel goes through mdf like butter.


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