What tools do you use for cutting acrylics? I have tried several. Scrapers caused them to explode. A bowl gouge works, but has caused some chipping especially in the bottom of coves, and requires very slow, light cuts. Very time consuming. My skew works but is much slower than the bowl gouge, and causes some chatter. I have heard that a negative rake scrapper works, but I don't have one. I would rather not buy new tools if I can use what I already have. What about lathe speed? I will be using pen blank sized blanks. Some acrylics seem more brittle than others. Does anybody have any advice for me to make the turning faster and better. Any advice on techniques? I don't plan on turning a lot of acrylics, but they are nice for razor handles, because they are impervious to water.
Thanks for the help.