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To plexi or not to plexi.
DaveMMR:
Do a search and you'll get many different views on using (or not using) plexi. Personally, I'm skipping plexi since my cabinet will be in a more "controlled" environment (not in an arcade) and it seems likes extra work and money that's not needed.
RandyT:
My view may be unpopular, but I personally have no affinity for the "plastic sofa cover" look that the plexi overlays can sometimes give a panel.
Original arcade games, at least the classics, didn't come from the manufacturer with plexi on the panels. Plastic was often added afterward by the operators to combat vandalism problems.
If the machine is going to be in your living room, or some other controlled environment, a printed overlay with a heavy (10mil or so) textured clear laminate applied should be plenty. I think it feels better to the touch as well.
Also keep in mind that plexi protects, but it doesn't seal. If something gets dumped on a panel protected only by plexi, the inkjet overlay beneath will be destroyed.
RandyT
falkensmaze:
Great feedback guys thanks, what do think of this stuff? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Clear-Sticky-Backed-Vinyl-Like-Fablon-3-METRES_W0QQitemZ290043979326QQihZ019QQcategoryZ20594QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem
:cheers:
CheffoJeffo:
--- Quote from: RandyT on October 29, 2006, 10:54:36 am ---My view may be unpopular, but I personally have no affinity for the "plastic sofa cover" look that the plexi overlays can sometimes give a panel.
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100% In Agreement. :cheers:
Cheers
Aurich:
--- Quote from: RandyT on October 29, 2006, 10:54:36 am ---My view may be unpopular, but I personally have no affinity for the "plastic sofa cover" look that the plexi overlays can sometimes give a panel
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You can add me to the unpopular camp. :)
Then again I don't like big franken panels either, I tend much more towards an authentic aesthetic. I'd rather the cabinet look like game rather than a tool if that makes sense.