[sdiy] drilling polycarbonate...

[Theo]

For polycarbonate a metal (or spiral type wood) bit works fine.
But better use _low_ speed, you want to cut the plastic not melt it.

Theo


From: sundowner9 <sundowner9 at sbcglobal.net>
To: <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>

> hello...
> hammond has just made available a new line of translucent polycarbonate
> enclosures.....i was wondering if anyone has experience drilling such
> cases.....i have not ordered them yet, and am curious if they require a
> certain bit (possibly something like a steel step bit). I would guess that
> whatever bit i use, it would certainly need to be high speed.....
> if anyone could offer any help or suggestions i would greatly appreciate
it....
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