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Bill Stein
04-01-2005, 10:40 AM
I have been trying to find a source that will cut 0.063" (1/16") aluminum into 3/4" by 7" pieces and then anodize them so that the entire part is colored, i.e. no silver shows on the edges. So far I have only been able to find one company that can do it and they want $4.00 per piece which is waaaay too much!

Any suggestions or help would sure be appreciated.

Thanks.
Bill Stein

Mike Mackenzie
04-01-2005, 12:15 PM
Bill,

Try ID Plates in Texas

www.idplates.com (http://www.idplates.com)

Laura Zaruba
04-01-2005, 5:39 PM
You might try http://www.fredriccitool.com/ ask for Frank. I am a frequent buyer from the sister site www.chewbarka.com (http://www.chewbarka.com/) and I highly recommend their products.

Good luck!

Laura DeMeyer
Etched in Time Engraving
http://www.etchedintimeengraving.com (http://www.etchedintimeengraving.com/)

Bill Stein
04-03-2005, 6:19 PM
Mike,
I tried ID Plates before I posted my original message. The thickest aluminum that they have is 0.040 and I need 0.063. In addition, they seem to work only with sheets that have already been anodized so when it is cut, the silver shows at the edges which is another thing that I need to avoid. I appreciate the suggestion though and let me know if you have any more ideas.

Laura,
The chewbarca site says that their tags are colored on the edges and no silver shows which is what I am looking for. I will call Frank tomorrow to see if they can cut the size that I need.

Thanks to both of you for trying to help -- do any other members have any suggestions?

Bill

Bill Stein
04-07-2005, 11:32 AM
Laura,

I just wanted to follow up and let you know that Frank appears to be able to supply what I am looking for. Thanks for the help!

Bill

Laura Zaruba
04-07-2005, 11:46 AM
Glad to hear it. I really enjoy working with Frank and his products are top notch.

Have a great day,

Laura
Etched in Time Engraving
"Making Memories Last a Lifetime"
http://www.etchedintimeengraving.com (http://www.etchedintimeengraving.com/)