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Doug Miller wrote:
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Biggest problem is it melts when cut with high speed implements is
what I experienced. I can set my bandsaw on slow as she goes and avoid
the melting problem.


I didn't have a problem with that when I cut Lexan on my table saw a year
or so ago. And I've
cut plexiglas (acrylic) on the table saw many times without a melting problem.


Same experience. AAMOF, the company I buy mine from has a Unisaw with a
carbide blade setup in their shop specifically for that purpose. I have
them rough cut the big sheets to make them easier to carry, then cut to
spec on my table saw.

I've also made angled cuts in polycarbonates using the TS-75 with no
problems, and Have also used spiral router bits with good results.

IME, the key component for good results seems to be high quality, carbide
blades; and high quality spiral bits for routing.

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