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Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Cutting FR4

2008-10-10 by Harvey White

On Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:39:08 -0400, you wrote:

>What are good ways to cut FR4 to a desired size and shape? Often times I
>need square or rectangular shapes, but occasionally I need an offset or
>or otherwise odd shape.
>
>A project I am working on now has a 6in X 8in X 1/16in piece of FR4 into
>which I need to make several cutouts (holes) that are 1.2in square. Any
>advice as to how to make such holes?
>
>I have the usual hand tools, but am not adverse to acquiring additional
>gadgetry.

I use a carbide rasp in a mill. Probably not all that much help to
you.

Harvey

>
>Thanks.
>
>Steve

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