[Xye]

Ok so im trying to plan my next Case mod and have a question.

Drilling and tapping acrylic... What would be the minimum width of a piece you would do it at? assuming M3 tap.

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Xye

 

[radodrill]

So you want a recommendation on the minimum distance from the edge of the panel to the center of the hole?

Also, what thickness of acrylic are you intending to use? I wouldn't go much less than 1/4" (probably 3/16" thick at the very minimum).

 

[Xye]

well i was thinking of drilling parrallel to the face of the sheet. so wanted to know what kind of thickness i should get. seems about 10mm is the thickest i can find online.

 

[radodrill]

Oh I see now, I've actually tapped holes into the edge of some 3/4" acrylic; 1/2" should be pretty easy as well. 3/8" might be a bit tricky, but probably doable.

 

[Xye]

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Originally Posted by radodrill Oh I see now, I've actually tapped holes into the edge of some 3/4" acrylic; 1/2" should be pretty easy as well. 3/8" might be a bit tricky, but probably doable.

I see. I have found some thicker stuff but its getting expensive lol.

How did you drill your hole?

 

[radodrill]

I used a cordless drill. I started with a small bit and slowly stepped up to the size I needed. I have found that it helps to apply some water a when drilling/tapping; it keeps the holes cleaner with more of a sheen