How thin does plexiglass come and how to cut ?

Question

I was wondering how thin does plexiglass come, I know it goes to 4 inches and maybe more, I was wondering if it came in any thickness less than 1/8", and I know how to cut it using the score X8 and snap method, I was just wondering what main stream store would I be able to find the cutting tool for it in and what exactly is it called ?

Answer 1

check your local home improvement store

most stores like Menards have a variety of sizes from 2'x2' to 4'x8'

thicknesses vary usually from a 1/16" to 1/4"

I dont know how many different thicknesses they would carry

you could try the score and snap method or carefully run it through a table saw with a correct say blade

Answer 2

I've cut it with a coping saw. A fine toothed hacksaw should work well too. You can easily sand the edges smooth with a sanding block.

Answer 3

saran wrap; how thin do you want it?

Answer 4

Sorry I cant answer your question about the thickness, But I cut some plexiglass by sandwiching it between some scrap plywood and clamped it together and used the finest tooth jigsaw blade I could find.