Compare Excel cutting mats, rules, squares and marking tools by the size of your work area and the measurements you need. Choose a surface that supports the complete cut.
Working on a scale model
Lay out the work before cutting. Check the rule, square or template against a reference point, and keep enough clear mat around the part to support both the workpiece and your hand.
Compare the product and package
Check the product number and any stated dimensions against the work you have planned. A replacement part must suit its holder, and a larger pack should contain the profile or size you actually use. The individual product details provide the listed quantity and specifications where those are available.
Before working on a finished part, test the operation on scrap with the same material and finish. Check access, support and alignment together. Small, repeatable steps make it easier to judge when a cut, hole or surface is ready for the next stage.
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