Faceplate hole for VU meter??

[Matt C]

How do folks usually go about making a large hole in a 19" chassis faceplate for a big VU meter? Is it possible to get a punch that big? Am I better off just ordering a custom-machined faceplate? any advice is much appreciated.

 

[Rob Flinn]

If I am not getting a professionally made panel I mark out with a compass, use plenty of masking tape, drill a few 10mm holes then get my jigsaw to work. Finish with a half round file.

 

[scott2000]

Hole saw?

 

[JohnRoberts]

for a hole that big you may need to take several bites using a smaller punch. I don't think Greenlee makes anything that big.

JR