I am working on case modding my wii and I want to cut a stenciled design out of the plastic on the side. Is there a certain tool that can do this eficiently? im not sure a dremel would work with such an intricuite design (sorry for spelling) so which tool should i use?
Anthony, I would use a spray glue (sold in the glue section of most stores) and spray the adhesive to the stencil and then apply to the plastic. It's simple to do, just follow directions on the can. Then if you have access to a scrollsaw, you can use a fine blade and cut the design with little trouble, no matter how intricate the design. Of course if you're unable to lay the area onto the flat surface of the scrollsaw, this won't be an option. If you use a dremel, it will be very difficult to follow the lines, plus it will leave a melted area along the cut lines. you could try using a plastic cutting knife, but if the detail is intricate, you won't have very good control. If the plastic is thick, it probably won't cut through the material. You may be able to use a coping saw, if the throat on the saw will clear the side of the plastic so you can cut it. You'd have to drill a starting point for the blade to enter. If the throat is not wide enough on the saw, try removing the blade from the saw and use it without the saw. The blade is very fine and should cut the material, including the intricate areas. That's about they only reliable ideas I can muster. Perhaps someone else has some ideas. good luck
Use a blade knife. If you need to get started, use the dremel and start cutting from there. advised to practise first.
