07-28-2010, 04:27 AM
(07-27-2010, 03:10 AM)star-art Wrote: I lost an entire panel because it broke in two during shipping. That's why it's best to laminate a scribed panel onto another panel to support it and help keep it from bending. Any bending and -- SNAP!This is why I put two strips of 1/8" thick wood on the outside of parts that are delicate. I strap one piece across the part with masking tape, then wrap both of those pieces with the other wood strip, and masking tape. This reinforces it so that it doesn't break while in transit.
(07-28-2010, 03:32 AM)star-art Wrote: Mine has an 8 inch disc and a small 1-inch belt, is made by Delta and cost less than $75 US. It machines acrylic very nicely. It just takes some practice to get the hang of it. Do it a little bit at a time until you get it just right. The key is not to sand it all down at once, but make several light passes and eat away just a bit of material at a time.A disc sander is best. Machining a little at a time is the best way to go for metal, and wood too! I do this for just about any material that requires a power tool assist. Remember, it's better to not remove enough than to remove too much. Once it's gone - you can't put it back!
~ Cobra Chris