Cutting Lexan Lips
greenhyena
Posted 8/12/2013 4:35 PM (#657007)
Subject: Cutting Lexan Lips





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Location: Oconomowc, WI
Just wondering what the best way to cut lexan is. I know a lot of guys have them cut with water, but I'm just looking to do a few at home. Was thinking a jig saw with a fine tooth blade. Thanks.
MartinTD
Posted 8/13/2013 1:35 PM (#657169 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: Re: Cutting Lexan Lips





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Location: NorthCentral WI
Yea, it can be kind of a pain. Jigsaw with a plexiglass blade or a scroll saw has worked for me. Then use belt sander or a file to finish.
Kenslures
Posted 8/13/2013 8:23 PM (#657249 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: Re: Cutting Lexan Lips




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What style lips are you using?? Rounded ones or the square type? I cut mine on a table saw and use a fine toothed plywood blade. Use extreme caution but it does a great job and no sanding. I made a jig to hold the pieces to cut the back slanted edges. I can post a picture if your interested. Ken
greenhyena
Posted 8/14/2013 11:55 AM (#657362 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: Re: Cutting Lexan Lips





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Location: Oconomowc, WI
Yeah, if you don't mind putting the pic up that'd be great. I figured I'd just start with square lips since it'll be easier than the rounded.
kodiak
Posted 8/14/2013 1:29 PM (#657383 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: Re: Cutting Lexan Lips





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Location: Okoboji
router with good bit
Kenslures
Posted 8/14/2013 6:32 PM (#657435 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: Re: Cutting Lexan Lips




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I'll post the pictures soon. I'll be gone for a few days but I will get them up for you. Ken
klcb
Posted 8/15/2013 10:00 PM (#657656 - in reply to #657007)
Subject: RE: Cutting Lexan Lips




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straight edge and scar it with something sharp then it will snap where you make the marks.then sand your edges!lowes sells the scaring tool,not expensive.