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shardian:
I've never had luck with the score/snap method on plexi.

I buy up scrap pieces for cheap at Lowes whenever I see them. Then I bring them back to get them cut when I've a use for it. I got three pieces cut to size for marquee's a few weeks ago - all at no charge.

ChadTower:

I replaced a couple of my basement windows with plexi and used the score/cut method.  I didn't care if the edges were perfect, though, so long as they extended past the inside of the frame. 

shardian:

--- Quote from: ChadTower on March 19, 2008, 09:03:25 am ---
I replaced a couple of my basement windows with plexi and used the score/cut method.  I didn't care if the edges were perfect, though, so long as they extended past the inside of the frame. 

--- End quote ---

Boy I bet that is super energy efficient.

ChadTower:

It's better than sweeping up glass from soccer balls every couple of weeks.  I'm going to replace the windows soon anyway - they are ancient and the pane material is not their biggest issue.  They're all shrinkwrapped off on the inside now.

ghettodish:
Hey all.

Forget score-n-snap if you don't have the knack for it...Lexan can be cut with a jigsaw.

Lay your CP on the Lexan, trace it with a Sharpie, then over-cut by an 1/8 inch. It's ready for the router in no time!

I use a Bosch jigsaw (with the cam set on high) and a t-shank 101 blade.

I haven't tried a jigsaw on plexiglass.

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