Weight on a top clear window

[Quigsby]

Hey folks!

I'm looking at getting this (http://www.frozencpu.com/cgi-bin/frozencpu/win-40.html) window kit for my antec case. I really could use a blowhole on the top of my computer, and I believe an 80-120mm fan would fit up there. Maybe even use LEDs on it, would look nice IMO.

I'm wondering if anyone has tried anything like this and the results. I know I'd probably have to use a jigsaw to cut out the hole, predrill the holes for the fan, etc. Do you think weight comes into play? How about vibration?

Questions/Comments?

Thanks for the help!

[wfarid]

bahh dont use a jigsaw, it'll leave tons of scratches on the surrounding area... my suggestions is use a dremel... low rpm... if u use high rpm the plexiglass will just melt right back.. and be sure to use lots of masking tape...

[Quigsby]

Good idea!

Thanks for the quick reply. Good thing I have lots of tools at my disposal. Will use a dremal on a low setting (can't really go wrong with it).

[Alexia]

Originally posted by wfarid
bahh dont use a jigsaw, it'll leave tons of scratches on the surrounding area... my suggestions is use a dremel... low rpm... if u use high rpm the plexiglass will just melt right back.. and be sure to use lots of masking tape...

Actually it won't leave scratches. As long as you leave the PROTECTIVE(Hence the word, protect. :p ) cover on it while cutting, you will be fine. A jigsaw blade design to cut steel(lots of teeth) is best to cut acrylic/polycarbonite. Just make sure to keep the jigsaw moving to prevent melting and clamp that piece down.

[wfarid]

well its up to u, i think ull have an easier time with the dremel, less vibration and movement... i mean ull still need to put some weight on it so it doesnt move, but it'll be way easier to cut... remember to cut inside the circle u want to cut, and just do make like a N-gon (get what im saying, its gonna look kinda geometric like an octogon but iwth more sides when ur done cuz u should just be cutting inside with a disc)... and then just sand the n-gon and ull get a circle... yay, this is a ****ty version of how to use a dremel, double check ur dremel guide for a refresher...