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I just found this forum, I didn't know it existed so this is also posted in subs and enclosures, but I thought I'd contribute to the new forum. How do I drill holes in plexiglass for the screws to mount it without cracking the plexi? It's 3/4 inch plexi. Also, will I have a problem with flex since it's only 3/4 inch? Thanks.
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3/4" should be thick enough except for extremely large panels - say anything over 24" square with no support.
For drilling I like to use a Unibit, but on the thick stuff that doesn't work so well. Just use a good NEW bit (go buy one if necessary!) and use medium speed with light pressure near the end of the cut. Most people go too fast...
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go to where you bye your plexi and bye the correct drill bit for the job, i bought one years ago still in perfect shape..... many installs later. they are expensive but worth every penny.....
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Well you have to be very carefull when frilling. I made a box about three months back and My frined wanted to hear it with out the plexi glass on it so we took it off and herad a lot of highs and then when we went to put the lid back on the edge cracked off, but the cool part is that it sounded better ported that way anyways cool eh?
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I posted this under "tips for fabricaton", but in case IDW missed it I'll post this part again...
When drilling into plexi, make sure the plexi is firmly attached to a piece of wood(clamps and cloth) or else the bottom of the piece you are drilling may crack.
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