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cutting curves in diabond.
Hi All,
I have a client who wants to replace an old sign. The frame is OK but the ali board they used is knackered.
What’s the best way to cut a curve shape in diabond.
It has to be a copy to fit the frame. I have the old sign as a template.
Cheers
Adam -
6 Replies
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Jigsaw with a metal cutting blade (fine toothed). Protect the area to prevent the jigsaw scratching, though. If it’s going in a frame the cut doesn’t even need to be perfect, but if you want a perfect cut run some 3-in-1 oil or washing up liquid along the line before cutting. It lubricates and gives a perfect edge.
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As Andy sais, although we don’t use any oil or anything. App tape is perfect for protecting it and also a ‘sure form’ is great for taking out any wonky bits!
G
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cheers fellas.
I’ll let you know how I get on.
cheers
Adam -
Hmmm yes, the oil is a habit of mine since the days when I used to have to cut aluminium and Perspex lettering by hand! Probably overkill really.
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Adam
if you have the original as a template, use a hand router & a small bearing
straight bit.Kev
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Hss jigsaw bit and oil worked a treat and looks splinter free to boot.
Cheers All.
Adam
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