Safety First: Protect yourself by using professional equipment, keeping your surroundings neat and tidy, and using tools with caution and care.
You can cut twin-wall or multi-wall polycarbonate sheets using standard workshop equipment. This includes a common circular saw, a jigsaw, a hacksaw, and a hand saw.
Power tools
Circular table saws are the most efficient and accurate way to cut plastic sheets. This option, however, is rarely available on home improvement sites.
A portable fine-toothed circular saw is ideal for cutting on-site. High blade speed and moderate feeding rate will give you the best results.
A jigsaw also produces clean, accurate cuts, but requires better control. It is most suitable for cutting complex shapes and curved lines.
Manual tools
Working with manual tools is time-consuming, but it reduces the risk of sheet damage.
Manual handsaws or hacksaws with fine teeth provide accuracy and control.
Hand tools such as tin snips, scissors, or even a utility knife are useful for making small notches.
Additional tools
You will need a flat, stable workbench to work on.
To set guidelines, you will need a tape measure, a ruler, and a marking pen.
An air-compressor will help you remove chips that may have entered the sheets’ cells.