DIY Tools

[richardhmc]

Well.. I went to lowes... found the rotozip... but there are A BUNCH of types! which one would be best? the one with the handle?

please give specific name/product

 

[tunerX]

The best thing for cutting the big pieces is a table saw with a finishing blade (you need the protective coating on the plastic. This gives good edges. Once you get the big cuts done, use a router with carbide tip to smooth them for better edge contact.

I use a hand router, plunge router, and also a router table.

For hand power tools I like Dewalt. I will buy the home depot brand (Husky) for the larger stuff since you can save some money.

 

[tapeworm]

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_...wer+Tools&sName=Rotary+&+Spiral+Cutting+Tools

There's a craftsman, not the best on the market, but decent. I bought one a few years back works fine, no complaints.

Or you can get a RotoZip:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_...wer+Tools&sName=Rotary+&+Spiral+Cutting+Tools

Home Depot has the basic kit for cheaper.
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100013895&N=10000003+90401+502104&marketID=401&locStoreNum=8125

 

[johnptc]

The best thing for cutting the big pieces is a table saw with a finishing blade (you need the protective coating on the plastic. This gives good edges. Once you get the big cuts done, use a router with carbide tip to smooth them for better edge contact.

I use a hand router, plunge router, and also a router table.

i agree but for really big stuff i use a hand held power circular saw...lower the rpm the better, like the ones for metal....i have cut 1.5 inch and 2 inch without a problem and without water. 1 inch would be a snap.

if you are only building 1 or 2 tanks buy the plexi pre cut to your dimensions........ imo/ime

or make a deal with a local cabinet maker who has a really good panel saw.





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