For holes that exist, and in thicker metal like panels, I'd recommend
using normal bits. The unibit may not make a uniform hole; the hole on
one side of the panel may be a little wider in thicker metal.
Use a metal tap if you have one to make a dent in the panel so the bit
doesn't skip around when you start drilling.
Definitely don't hold the panel. I still do that when I'm in a hurry.
Apparently, the chunk I took out of my hand one time didn't teach me
anything. Maybe the next chunk will.
It's funny I said hand drill. Now _that_ would make me quite the
uber-Luddite, eh?
: )
Scott Deyo
The Bridechamber
contact@...
www.bridechamber.com
On Mar 6, 2008, at 10:50 AM, loopcycle wrote:
> I need a stepping bit myself to open up some panel holes too.
> So with a stepping drill (bit)--presumably the "unibit"--do you drill
> from the
> front or the back of the panel? I dont have a press. Is there any
> problem
> with the bit 'catching' the metal? I'm trying to figure out how to
> prevent
> injury while at the same time avoid scratching/rubbing the panel
> graphics.
>
> --- Scott Deyo <contact@...> wrote:
>
> > Like Mark says, a hand drill is ideal for this job. The paint won't
> > chip, either. I make those holes smaller because individual users
> can
> > always drill them bigger if they need to, but we can't drill them
> > smaller : )
> >
> > Another great tool for your drill is a unibit, especially for
> stainless
> > work, where your bit may catch and bend light-gauge metal. They're
> not
> > cheap, but I use mine all the time. (Thanks, Mr. Wright, for
> turning me
> > onto that!)
> >
> > By the way, I have more Tau panels on the way for those who are
> waiting.
> >
> >
> > On Mar 6, 2008, at 8:07 AM, James Elliott wrote:
> >
> > > Cool. I've never drilled through metal this thick before. Is it an
> > > easy process? Do I need to get any exotic tools to do this (ie
> can I
> > > use a hand drill or do I need a press)? What steps are you going
> to
> > > take to minimize the amount of paint chipping?
> > >
> > > -Jim
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message ----
> > > From: wjhall11 <wjhall@...>
> > > To: ModularSynthPanels@yahoogroups.com
> > > Sent: Thursday, March 6, 2008 12:05:46 AM
> > > Subject: [ModularSynthPanels] Re: Tau Phaser LED
> > >
> > >
> > > Jim -
> > >
> > > Yes - we're going to use a 696-SSI-LXH387HGW as well. This is the
> > > standard MOTM size LED. But the hole Scott made is smaller.
> > >
> > > We're going to drill out the hole with a step-drill to the
> required
> > > 5/16" size. I think it's going to be a pretty straight-forward
> thing
> > > to do.
> > >
> > > Tell you what - we've been putting it off, but we'll try to get
> to it
> > > this weekend and put the photos on our site, OK? We have to drill
> a
> > > bunch of LED holes in our MOTM-800 panels too.
> > >
> > > Bill and Will
> > > http://www.dragonfl yalley.com/ jHTauPipeConstru ction.htm
> > >
> > > --- In ModularSynthPanels@ yahoogroups. com, James Elliott
> > > <johans121@. ..> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Anyone??? Please...
> > > >
> > > > ----- Original Message ----
> > > > From: James Elliott <johans121@. ..>
> > > > To: ModularSynthPanels@ yahoogroups. com
> > > > Sent: Monday, March 3, 2008 1:16:35 AM
> > > > Subject: [ModularSynthPanels ] Tau Phaser LED
> > > >
> > > > What LED is everyone using with the Bride Chamber
> > > Tau Pipe Phaser panel?
> > > >
> > > > I have a mouser 696-SSI-LXH387HGW, however the plastic housing
> is
> > > too big :(
> > > >
> > > > Thanks,
> > > > Jim
> > > >
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