band saws

I used a plasma (mine) and the cuts are pretty ugly. Very hard to get the head speed over the part correct for minimal slag and complete penetration. I dont cut enough to purchase a dedicated bandsaw, Maybe a Milwaukee port-a-cut mounted vertically? good info on the SFM. I didnt know that was a factor as I see many that list the SFM as up to xxxxSFM. Ill look into the job shops, can't be too much if I give them a 2X2 Sheet of 1/4 with some scribe marks on it? "Here, can you cut these shapes out for a 12 pack?" There is a "Maker-Shop" down the freeway that is like a complete 10,000 ft fab shop with all kinds of production grade machinery (CNC, 3D, lathe, mill, TIG, etc) and the staff to assist. Its a membership rate of $175 a month but they do sell gift certificates of $50 for some hours. Hey, for $10K, you get a lifetime membership!