[simpits-tech] Panel making??

[Dave Hensley]

Actually, the 1/4 inch piece will be recessed (sp?) a 1/4 inch down when
mounted. That way, the top of that will be flush with the console. So, the
panels should only protrude 1/8 inch when installed. I chose to do it this
way so I could mount he individual panels to the larger 1/4 inch piece.
Hoping that makes working on them easier as I will have 5 or 6 small panels
mounted onto one larger piece of plexi. I will be mounting the switches in
the plastic and plan to have some metal backplating - just enough to give it
strength without blocking the backlighting.

Thanks for the advice!!

Dave

----- Original Message -----
From: "Gene Buckle" <geneb@deltasoft.com>
To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 7:02 PM
Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] Panel making??


> Those are going to be _really_ thick panels. :)  You might be better off
> using a 3/16" base and a 1/16" top cover if you're going that route.  Are
> you mounting the switches in the plastic, or in a metal backplate?
>
> Either way, roughing up the surface will help the paint adhere.  AFAIK,
> any good acrylic paint will work.  I'd use a "dullcoat" paint to protect
> the panel - it's basically flat clear.
>
> g.
>
>
> On Tue, 31 Dec 2002, Dave Hensley wrote:
>
> > Hey guys,
> >
> > Getting ready to assemble my first set of panels I have made from
scratch
> > and I have a couple of questions for the masters. :-)
> >
> > I am using plexiglass and lexan for the panels. 1/4 inch plexi for the
> > backing, panels made in Corel printed on transparency, covered by 1/8
inch
> > lexan - with the transparency and lexan cut to the shape of the panels.
I
> > need to paint the 1/4 inch piece and am curious as to the best method.
> > Should I sand it (lightly), then primer, then paint? What is the best
type
> > of paint for this? Also, is there some type of sealant that would help
with
> > the durability of the paint?
> >
> > Thanks!
> >
> > Have a Happy (and Safe) New Year!!!
> >
> > Dave
> >
> >
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