How I cut down ACM Panels

The most cost effective way to buy ACM is in full 4x8 sheets. The problem is they are big, bulky and suppliers want a ton of money to cut them down for you. This is my process of how I cut the ACM down to more manageable sizes to cut on my CNC. I use a few different everyday tools, if you don't have them I provided a link to you can get them.

[smalltownink]

This video has saved me so much time! I am such an idiot. I was cutting these on a table saw and making a mess in my shop. Geez!

[scottrichardson]

If you treat this like drywall and cut one side fold and cut the other side it's way easier than trying to snap it. I'm actually not sure why you're doing that

[scottpeal]

I am using ACM for the top of a mobile model train n-scale 3x8 foot table. What thickness are you cutting? Do you think the thickness you cut in the video will work for me with 2020 extruded aluminum braces on all four sides and across the middle? Thanks for the advice.

[allenlowdermilk]

See there I learned something! I was making two passes with the utility knife, when I didn't need to! Cool Beans.

[carloscastanyeda]

Hello, can you make series on plotter vs vinyl problems. For example when the blade pulls some of the vinyl up while cutting, etc etc.

[swiftwraith]

why couldnt I have seen this about 6 hours ago. Just ordered a 2440mm x 1220mm (8 x 4) sheet and paid extra to get it cut into 4. WIll try this next time I order

[danielcrowe]

What is the longest cut you would make with this method? Have you ever done a score & snap on the 96" side?

[sierraecho]

Use a scoring knife instead, it´s safer and easier

[thecjezell]

That deburring tool is exactly what I need. Thanks!

[danbailey]

I use a track saw and 80 tooth carbide blade ….it does great smooth cuts.

[xeroxb]

Thanks for the helpful video! Do you have any advice on cutting 90 degrees off ACM panels? Is it possible score and snap off a corner?

[domsim]

How would you go about rounding the corners?

[LGM]

well i just spent a week wasting my time with a saw