Tools for acrylic (plexi) fabrication

[SimonLW]

Hi, I work with acrylic material to fabricate display cases and such. I'm seeking advice from experienced acrylic fabricators as to what tools I should purchase for home based fabrication work. I know I need a table saw and router with the proper blades and bits, but I'm not sure of the type of equipment. I saw a Hitachi C10FL table saw at a home center store. It was the largest model they sold. Would it be good for acrylic work? I know that question is somewhat vague. Acrylic needs very accurate and square cuts to look right, so I need a saw that will be easy to use accurately

Next, I need a router. I'm not too familiar with these. I would need it to plane the edges for polishing or cementing. It would also be used to put profiles in the edge, such as a bevel. I don't expect to route edges longer than 36". The router tables at the home center looked too small and are portable.

Thanks for any advice!

Simon

[pat]

Can't do your tablesaw but can advise some router info. See the

and links for starters. One a freebie. I have and do work acrylic.

[Doug Warner]

Use a triple chip blade (Sometimes called a "plastic" blade. In fact, I use this type for wood and aluminum too.) =20

I've never used a router on acrylic though.. Sounds risky..=20

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