Extruded edges are very rough

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Hello, I am cutting extruded acrylic and the edges are very rough and appear to have little bubbles through out it. I've cut this stuff before with a great flame polished finish. Any advice on why this is happening?Image
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Gareth Lewis
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Have you tried lowering the amount of air assist you are using? Too much and it will cool the cutting zone.
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