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paleyforme
09-20-2007, 02:48 AM
i have a dremel but what drill/cutter/wheel is best for acrylic etching...

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Bucko
09-20-2007, 04:14 AM
Have a read of the "How do you do your etching" thread that is stickied at the top of this forum.

doesi87
09-20-2007, 10:44 AM
For the smaller part you may want to use a really sharp knife, like an exacto knife. Works great on tiny details.

Luke122
09-20-2007, 11:42 AM
A small electric engraver tool is the best.. good detail, cheap to buy, and easy to control. The noise gets a bit annoying after a few hours (like a tattoo gun), but hearing protection deals with that.

Bucko's referral to another post at the top of this forum is a good one.. it contains a ton of useful information, and some examples of other peoples etchings.