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i've run into a small problem, in building a new line driver I need to cut a small rectangular hole in the enclosure for the power connector, any ideas.. ?
ps.. it's gotta be a clean cut and look GOOD. here's what it looks like sofar.
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Pretty soft metal, cut it with a dremel or a jig saw with high tooth count at high speed. Dont get in a rush. Tape the entire area so as not to make marks with the jig saw...
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Personally, I would use a punch. A company named Greenlee makes a wide assortment of punches in various sizes and shapes. You can order them from Grainger or McMaster.
You could also use a nibbling tool. I have used this tool more times than I can remember for projects over the years. You can purchase one at Radio Shack for around ten bucks.
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thanx for all the input everyone, if I can't find a better way i'm gonna try the jig saw.. thanks audiophyle I looked up the nibbling tool and it looks interesting, just a quick question Wayne the rectangle I need to cut out is about an inch by 1/3 to 1/2 inch, will the nibbling tool cut that small a rectangle, and will i get a reletively "perfect" cut? thanks again
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Depending upon the thickness of metal and your available tools, you could use a sharp chisel and a hammer. I wouldn't use a "good" set of chisels for this though...it would surely dull the blade a lot.
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