How to Cut Plexiglas Without Breaking It
Plexiglas is a strong thermoplastic that is lightweight and transparent. Plexiglas is used for replacing window glass. You can also make display cases out of it. When you're working with Plexiglas, there is a way to cut it without breaking it. Does this Spark an idea?
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Know that there are several tools that you can use for cutting Plexiglas. You can use a scribe, handsaw or skill saw. A jigsaw is also good for cutting Plexiglas. Plexiglas normally has a plastic film or paper attached to both sides to protect it from getting scratched. Use care when handling Plexiglas because it scratches easily.
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Consider using a scribe for cutting Plexiglas without breaking it. A scribe is a sharp-pointed, hand-held tool that cuts into the Plexiglas when pulled across it. It's best to use a straight edge when cutting with a scribe. This allows you to stay on a straight line when cutting. After cutting one side, turn the Plexiglas over and repeat the same process on the other side. Keep repeating this process until the Plexiglas has a clean cut in it.
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Use a skill saw as another way to cut Plexiglas without breaking it. A fine blade is best. Some people will take a blade and turn it backwards. Turning the blade backwards makes it easier to cut Plexiglas so that it doesn't break. A backwards blade not only cuts Plexiglas, it also melts the Plexiglas for a clean cut.
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Cut Plexiglas with a jigsaw. You can use a fine-cut blade on a jigsaw. Hold your Plexiglas on a flat surface with the area of the Plexiglas you want to cut hanging off the edge of the surface. This allows you to put pressure on your jigsaw on the solid surface so that your Plexiglas won't bounce up and down. Your jigsaw will then cut through the Plexiglas smoothly.
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