I have read suggestions in this forum to use a nibbler to trim out a window hole in styrene sheet. Links were not provided for the nibbler and lots of options out there... Is this nibbler a good option? Claims to be able to cut up to 1/16 inch plastic. If not, do you have a recommendation?
i have had one of those for a long time now, and it works great ..
I seem to vaguely recall using a nibbler for some long-ago project, but found it easier to simply create the openings using a utility knife...on a large project, like the one shown below...
...it was a faster method than a nibbler, and also did double-duty for scribing the joints between the faux ashlar "stone" .
I have also tried using a corner chisel ...
...to create window openings in a sheet of Walthers hard plastic "brick" material, but the first whack of the hammer pretty-well shattered most of the sheet....another lesson learned.
Wayne
I have the Micro Mark Nibbler which looks similar to the one that you linked to. Works like a charm. I used my nibbler extensively to scratch build a structure with lots of window and door openings. It is very precise when used correctly.
Rich
Alton Junction
IDRick If not, do you have a recommendation?
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Thank you for your replies! A nibbler looks like a great tool for a scratch building novice like me! Thank you for sharing your experiences.
Hello All,
I purchased the Micro-Mark version, Nibbling Cutter.
They have it listed for a dollar less than the one at Amazon and if you sign up for text notifications you get an additional 15% off.
I try not to shop at Amazon so I don't mind paying for shipping to support independent companies- -if you are an Amazon Prime member.
Hope this helps.
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Thanks for head up, jjdamnit. Was able to get free shipping with the size of my micro mark order (included other items). The 15% off for text mail notifications was no longer available.
A little late to the party but usefull information. I have one from Radio Shack that was made in Taiwan. Over the years it has cut/notched/nibbed for me plastic/styrene and lead sheet. I'm not sure of the thickness at this time but I have notched brass and aluminum sheeting (you just need to read the instructions on metal. I see that tool will cut 18 gauge non hardened metal).
I modified mine a little by dipping the handles in liquid rubber, now there is no slipping of the tool in my hands. It definitely takes less squeeze effort to hold and use the tool (well I should say it does takes the same effort to cut the material of course, just less effort to hold the tool). Oh and if used correctly I can notch out wood.