Acrylic sheet such as Perspex, Lucite or Plexiglas can be drilled using drill bits that are designed for use on metal. A sharp metal drilling bit will easily break the acrylic when it exits the work piece and so a blunt drill bit is preferred, or the sharp edges can be ground off before use.

 

 

How to drill acrylic such as Perspex, Lucite or plexiglas.

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