Homebrew PCBs

I just made another "test" board using Staples Picture Paper and 
this time used more pressure and time under the iron and I am amazed 
at the quality you can achieve!! There is no going back to the "old" 
way for me...this works great! Thanks for all your help.



--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "Phil" <phil1960us@y...> wrote:
> 
> You've probably got a decent transfer.  etch it, dano.
> 
> For inkjet paper brands, look in the database section.  There are a
> number of inkjet papers people have reported good results with.  
I've
> used 2 brands, Georgia Pacific InkjetPlus+ and, iirc, office max
> inkjet paper.  Both did well though I am very very happy with the
> Georgia Pacific stuff.   Inkjet papers are coated to prevent the 
ink
> from soaking into the paper and blooming.  Its basically regular
> inkjet paper - I'd bet any brand will work fine.  Just make sure is
> says "formulated for inkjet printers" or similar.  Don't use laser
> printer, copier or general purpose paper. Typically <$4 for a ream 
of 500.
> 
> --- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "Bob Weiss" <BWeiss@p...> 
wrote:
> > 
> > Thanks for answering me, there was a couple spots very small 
that 
> > stayed on the paper when I pulled it off. I am assuming I didn't 
> > heat it long enough or press hard enough. When you say inkjet 
paper 
> > which brand are you using? Is it like regular white ream paper 
or 
> > special stuff?
> >