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Creative => How-To => Topic started by: playmobilfire136 on October 19, 2018, 22:03:16

Title: Need help! what's the best way to cut PM plastic?
Post by: playmobilfire136 on October 19, 2018, 22:03:16

I'm making a tiller ladder truck for my playmobil fire department and I need to know the best way to cut PM plastic, I was considering a hacksaw, but then I thought a dremel tool might be better, which one should I use? or is there a different too, I should use?   


Best, playmobilfire136

Title: Re: Need help! what's the best way to cut PM plastic?
Post by: playmofire on October 20, 2018, 06:42:48

I use a razor saw.  The backless type is best as that does not leave a burr, however, it only cuts on the pull stroke.

Title: Re: Need help! what's the best way to cut PM plastic?
Post by: playmobilfire136 on October 20, 2018, 15:45:43

I went with a dremel, it looks like it will work amazingly.

Title: Re: Need help! what's the best way to cut PM plastic?
Post by: FireChief on October 22, 2018, 00:47:53

A dremel will work well, just be weary of unwanted cuts or melting of the plastic. ABS doesn't do well with heat. I also use a small razor saw when cutting.


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