Cutting Glass Canopy Back Strips
- Thread starter BlueRusty
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I find it easiest to cut the notches using tin snips. I cut the flat section 1st, then nip the vertical section. A utility blade will help to make a cleaner cut after using the tin snips. I also use the utility blade to carefully shave any excess plastic to give a cleaner edge.
Of course, it never comes out perfectly but it works to keep the fish in the tank.
Of course, it never comes out perfectly but it works to keep the fish in the tank.
I use something like this to cut the flat part.
http://www2.fiskars.com/Products/Ya...d-Ratchet-Drive/Ratchet-Drive-Pruner-Titanium
and would use this to cut the U channel
http://www.xacto.com/Product/X75300
With these two tools you shouldn't have any problems cutting nice straight lines.
A nice sharp razor blade with a ruler will make short work of the long cuts, you really just need to score it then it will snap off.
http://www2.fiskars.com/Products/Ya...d-Ratchet-Drive/Ratchet-Drive-Pruner-Titanium
and would use this to cut the U channel
http://www.xacto.com/Product/X75300
With these two tools you shouldn't have any problems cutting nice straight lines.
A nice sharp razor blade with a ruler will make short work of the long cuts, you really just need to score it then it will snap off.
Blue Rusty:
Anything worth while takes patience and perseverance. I think this job you're trying to accomplish is one of those where it takes time to have something look good and useful. Try and see if it doesn't help some. I hope it does. Good luck with your endeavor.
~David
Anything worth while takes patience and perseverance. I think this job you're trying to accomplish is one of those where it takes time to have something look good and useful. Try and see if it doesn't help some. I hope it does. Good luck with your endeavor.
~David
I cut mine with a chop saw. I know it seems like overkill, but I seem to use my chop saw for everything.
David K. Bradley;4611656; said:
Would have to agree. Sounds like it's just not going to be a quick get the scissors cut it and go on with your day. Get out a marker measure the exact parts you need to cut then sit down in front of the TV and take your time.
