On Thursday 02 August 2018 13:55:54 Dave Cole wrote: > On 8/2/2018 1:32 PM, Gene Heskett wrote: > > On Thursday 02 August 2018 12:37:36 Dave Cole wrote: > >> Why not put a standard keyboard into a plexiglass box with an open > >> side towards the operator? > >> > >> You can still see the keys if needed if you make it out of clear > >> plexi. A sheet of 1/4" plexi, a table saw, and some plexi glue is > >> all you need. > >> When it gets scratched up, make another one, or buff it out. > >> > >> Dave > > > > Thats a thought. But I'd probably use the bullet proof stuff. I'll > > see if theres glue for it next time I get to Lowes. > > > > Thanks Dave. > > Are you thinking of Lexan/Polycarbonate? > > I know that Menards sells plastic glue but its in small quantities. I > suppose one could be screwed together if the plastic was thick enough. > > I know that drilling Plexiglass can be tricky as it tends to > fracture/shatter if you are not careful. > > I think that Lexan is more forgiving but more costly. > Thats the stuff, but couldn't recall the name, (oldtimers?) what I do know is that it drills a lot like stainless. Perfectly sharp drills and lots of pressure on them. I can't recall ever shattering it though.
It can be bent but takes a surprising amount of heat to soften it enough to bend. thanks Dave. > Dave > -- Cheers, Gene Heskett -- "There are four boxes to be used in defense of liberty: soap, ballot, jury, and ammo. Please use in that order." -Ed Howdershelt (Author) Genes Web page <http://geneslinuxbox.net:6309/gene> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Check out the vibrant tech community on one of the world's most engaging tech sites, Slashdot.org! http://sdm.link/slashdot _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list [email protected] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
