What are you using for templates for hot wire cutting? I've been using mdf and a jig saw, and it's bloody difficult to get a nice smooth cut, there's got to be a better way... so what is it?

I use benchtop laminate. Gives a nice slick surface for the wire to run over but it can be a pain to cut depending on what tools you use. Try finding a foam supplier which can do it for you. I just send them an autocad drawing these days and it comes back with the rocker and outline cut.

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What are you using for templates for hot wire cutting? I've been using mdf and a jig saw, and it's bloody difficult to get a nice smooth cut, there's got to be a better way... so what is it?

Blades make a big difference in the saw, use a finer tooth and cut quicker after that a quick sand with a foam block and some tape over the edge

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jsnfok said...

174 said...

What are you using for templates for hot wire cutting? I've been using mdf and a jig saw, and it's bloody difficult to get a nice smooth cut, there's got to be a better way... so what is it?

Blades make a big difference in the saw, use a finer tooth and cut quicker after that a quick sand with a foam block and some tape over the edge

Yeah what he said is what I do

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R1DER said...

jsnfok said...

174 said...

What are you using for templates for hot wire cutting? I've been using mdf and a jig saw, and it's bloody difficult to get a nice smooth cut, there's got to be a better way... so what is it?

Blades make a big difference in the saw, use a finer tooth and cut quicker after that a quick sand with a foam block and some tape over the edge

Yeah what he said is what I do

Ok, so basically get a better jig saw/blade. Will give it a go, thanks!