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  1. 12-02-2000, 06:29 PM #1
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    Question Plexiglass computer case???

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    i was thinking of making a carputer box from some plexiglass...is this a good idea? would static electricity do anything? also what is the best thing to cut plexiglass with? the other option is wood but i think that plexiglass would have the Cool factor...thanks for the input

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  2. 12-03-2000, 03:48 AM #2
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    It's very common to see a case made out of plexiglass. No special instructs to go with building one either (in fact, I'm building one right now). I would, however, suggest using Lexon instead of plexi.
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  3. 12-03-2000, 01:01 PM #3
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    Just remember, plexiglass builds up alot of static electricity.
    It may be possible to ground them, but I'm not sure..
    Just something to think about.
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  4. 12-03-2000, 01:48 PM #4
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    I have my case made out of lexan and have never had a problem with static. Nor have I had a problem with grounding (but I am running DC-DC). For cutting, use a fine toothed hacksaw blade, but move the saw SLOWLY or you will melt the material. Alternativly, you could use a utility knife and score both sides and then snap. When drilling, use a little water or oil as lubrication and spin the drill slowly or you will melt/crack the sheet.

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  5. 12-03-2000, 04:27 PM #5
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    I second what Aaron Cake says, I've had no static problems with my plexiglass case.

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  6. 12-04-2000, 03:15 AM #6
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    I made my box outta plexiglass.. kinda funny to cut (melts, doesn't actually cut), but non-conductive and fine in car conditions. Just cut it and put it together like you would anything else

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  7. 12-04-2000, 07:12 PM #7
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    Yeah , I mad an "ill" case out of plexiglass. I scored it , and simply stomped it till it broke. I found this to be very efficient and effective.
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