Re: Working with Plexiglas

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Original poster: "Shaun Epp by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <scepp-at-mts-dot-net>

Well the problem is that it's very easy to build up heat while cutting and
drilling.  I've used a band saw for cutting, but never tried a jig saw.  I
used a blade with fine teeth made for plastics, plex....  For Drilling, my
high school shop teacher showed us that soapy water at the drill site reduce
friction and makes a good hole.  Also go sllloooowwwwyyyy  and if you are
using a drill press, select a low RPM.

I hope this help  :-))

> Original poster: "Gregory Hunter by way of Terry Fritz
<twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <ghunter31014-at-yahoo-dot-com>
>
> Dear List,
>
> I sometimes use Plexiglas for Tesla coil components,
> but I still haven't figured out how to work the stuff.
>  When I saw it with an electric jigsaw, the cut tends
> to fuse back together after the blade has passed.
> When I finally do get the stuff cut, I have a rough
> edge that defies my best efforts to smooth & polish
> it.  What's the secret to cutting Plexiglas sheet?
> How do I get a professional-looking finish on the
> edges?  What's the best glue to use with it?  How do I
> use power tools on it without melting it?
>
> If the explanations get really long, or get into
> subjects not of general interest to TC builders,
> kindly reply off-list.
>
> Regards, Greg    http://hot-streamer-dot-com/greg