Homebrew PCBs

On Mon, 2007-01-15 at 09:20 +0000, Derryck Croker wrote:
> 
> On 13 Jan 2007, at 15:18, Martin Klingensmith wrote:
> 
> > If you have a laminator or fuser that works well, I'd like to know 
> > what model it is and how much it costs.
> 
> Unfortunately, the laminators that have been mentioned as being 
> easily modifiable are only available in 120V versions, ie are USA- 
> specific.
> 
> It would be helpful to have some models mentioned that are available 
> outside that country.

I'm using an Ibico PL-260 LSI laminator here in New Zealand, that runs
fine off 230-240VAC @ 50Hz. It's ideal for the job, since it has sprung
rollers on entrance and exit, and sprung hot plates in the middle.

Got it for $35 (USD$24) from a second hand store - they thought it was
faulty since they didn't know this type of laminator needs carrier
sheets.

What I like about this model is the adjustable motor speed and
temperature (though I always set it at its highest - 160degC).

For PCB toner transfer, it works like an absolute dream - best if the
boards are fed in corners first. Feed in each corner, turn board upside
down, repeat, 8 passes in all, perfect transfer every time.

Unfortunately, this type of laminator seems to be increasingly hard to
get. Most/all of the new laminators have hot and/or non-sprung rollers.
The second hand market might be the best bet.

Cheers
David