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Re: cuting plexi

As everyone has said, leave the film on it. Our team uses a band saw and a table saw to do it. Any detailing, such as rounding corners etc, are done with a dremel. Be sure not to overheat it so it doesn't melt. If at all possible, get some Lexan. If your using the plexi I am thinking of, then its an acrylic material. Lexan is a polycarbonate material that doesnt break very easily. We learned not to use acrylic the hard way. Good luck to you though!
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