i havent made it yet!

i was able to score and snap 1/4 in acrylic. it took lots of scores on both sides, but my results were MUCH cleaner then the cuts i did with a jigsaw. I used a large 3 ft level to put right next to the score. i stood on the level, and it worked well. so i would say whatever you do dont use a jigsaw.

 

also i know the lowes by my house will cut acrylic for you

 

you can actually get a blade for your table saw made to cut acrylic, this would be best, or like previously stated one with as many teeth as you can get.

 

Diamond blades will melt the acrylic.

 

I wouldn't even recommend using a jigsaw for cutting wood. Jig saws are only advised for rough cuts, or to cut pieces down to manageable sizes, not for finish cuts.

 

HAHAHA ROUGH CUTS ONLY!!!
Seriously though...

 

thanks all for the advice. i'm working on making a rig for my saw. i doubt i have the patience to score 1/4" enough to break it. plus - how do you score straight?