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Last Updated: 13th Sep 2024

How can you cut roof sheets made of polycarbonate?

A box knife can be used to cut small quantities of polycarbonate panels. Larger jobs can be cut using a box knife. A fine-tooth blade will be required in all cases. (Plywood/finish blades for circular saws/table saws, and metal cutting blades for a Saber saw.



It is also asked what tool is used for cutting polycarbonate.

When cutting longer lengths of polycarbonate, a circular saw is the best choice. Polycarbonate is strong and will not crack or fall around the cut due to its properties.

How easy is it to cut the polycarbonate, other than what I have just said? It is almost always available in sheets and it is quite easy to cut. You can score thin sheets of Polycarbonate and snap them with a utility knife. To make straight cuts from thicker sheets, a circular saw can be used. A jigsaw is useful for cutting angles and odd shapes in your polycarbonate.

How do you cut Suntuf Sunlite in this context?

SUNLITEA(r), sheets can be cut using a standard wood saw or a metal saw with a fine tooth blade. For best results, use a saw blade made specifically for plastic. To improve clamping action, reduce SUNLITEA(r).

Is it possible to cut polycarbonate with a saw?

A box knife can be used to cut small quantities of polycarbonate panels. Larger jobs can be cut using a box knife, a table saw or saber saw. A fine-tooth knife is necessary in all instances. Never hold the sheet of polycarbonate in your hand with the knife drawn away from it.