John,
That helps immensely. Both seeing the price, and knowing
its a pain to use. Not sure this project is worth
a $300 single use tool. Finding local CNC might well
be a better way to go. Or just figuring out some way to
cut out myself, drill and file. Good food for thought.
thanks!
dave
On 07/03/2012 05:56 AM, JohnG wrote:
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> Dave,
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> This is the punch I used to use:
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> http://www.all-spec.com/products/60098.html
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> It only punches one hole at a time, and it's a real pain to keep the holes aligned so that the flats are parallel.
>
> I found a local sign shop that has a small tabletop CNC gantry mill that uses a dremel-tool type of cutter. He has been able to mill in outlet openings on metal enclosures for me for a reasonable cost, much easier than using the punch.
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> Hope this helps,
>
> John
>
> --- In DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com, Dave Uebele<daveu@...> wrote:
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>> Anyone know of a source for dies to punch holes in sheet metal
>> to allow installation 15-20 amp 120 volt outlets? (USA style plugs)
>>
>> I want to investigate the possibility of some power strips
>> to fit custom spaces.
>>
>> thanks
>> dave
>> --
>> Dave Uebele (daveu@...)
>>
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>
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Dave Uebele (daveu@sptddog.com)
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