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I have a couple of plano boxes:

I want to cut shapes into the top plastic panel, including circles and squares. It does not need to look that good, and the circles don't need to be hole saw quality etc

Can I /diy/ this shit with some very basic tools? I would really prefer to avoid using heated tools if at all possible (specifically I don't want to use a soldering iron)

Some kinda very mini xacto-saw?
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>>1108068
Plastic scoring tool. Create an outline with tape and score it until it's thin enough to punch in.

You'll want to sand it after
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>>1108068
For circles, I would use a step bit. For squares, use a good knife
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red-hot knife or box-cutter. Do it outside though lol. You can also use hot-water and a power drill if they just need to be holes
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Aviation tin snips. If they'll cut sheet steel they'll cut thin plastic. They'll cut thick plastic for that.
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>>1108068
I have one of these. They suck. Too flimsy.

Flip the case open, mark with a sharpie, score with exacto. Or trace with a heated anything. Don't be a pussy. Melting it will make the edges less sharp.
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soldering iron
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>>1108068
Just curious, what are your plans for it? I've considered cutting some myself for X-Wing Miniatures.
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Just buy a fucking dremel and save yourself a huge hassle. Cut the geometrics with circular blades and round bits for holes. It's so fucking easy to use. I'm surprised when anyone on DIY doesn't have a dremmel
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>>1108378
Even better, apparently the Black & Decker $30 rotary tool is worth using and fits Dremel brand stuff.
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>>1108068
Burr bit in a power drill and some hobby knives.

Or just a hammer and a chisel.
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>>1108671

Have you ever tried to fuck a fat hooker in the back of a car parked down a dark alley?
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>>1108738
Have you ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight?
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>>1110385
never rub another man's rubarb
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>>1108185
Fight stick, pic related

>>1108378
Can you please recommend a decently affordable set? I'm in Canada
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>>1110940
Plano box is not suitable for a fight stick
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>>1111037
why not

i should clarify im making a hitbox, no joystick

so i'll just be drilling holes for sanwas on the top
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