Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] drill holes in gerber file -how can it be done
2008-08-08 by Leon
... From: b52chris To: Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 11:18 AM Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] drill
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Re: drill holes in gerber file -how can it be done
2008-08-08 by trevwhite74
... Hi. In EasyPC you can select to generate gerber of pads without filling in the holes. This might be what you are looking for? You can download a demo of
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] drill holes in gerber file -how can it be done
2008-08-08 by Stefan Trethan
The weird extensions are normal in eagle, it is real gerber. Eagle just had to be different in that point as well. Sorry i do not know of any way to include
drill holes in gerber file -how can it be done
2008-08-08 by b52chris
hello. I have to recive a gerber file soon,and for that purpose, I have downloaded View mate 10 and gerber magic . ( I have to make a simple PCB, and the
Re: CNC Drilling for Toner Transfer PCB
2008-08-06 by dandumit
Sorry for late replay - documenting and bug fixing toked a lot more than expecting. For english speakers : http://www.dioda.ro/News/article/sid=21.html Same in
Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-08-04 by glenn272
Am also having great results with the HP1005 printer, but something odd I have noticed. When the printer is printing a page, a tiny wisp of odourless smoke
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] toner refill kits that work
2008-08-04 by Myc Holmes
Steve, I have had good luck with LaserTek Services toner that I bought on eBay. One important point is DO NOT mix toners. Make sure all of the old toner is
toner refill kits that work
2008-08-04 by afrodocter
does any one have recommendations on toner refill kits that work? i have read that not all of them will work. thanks alex
Re: Epson Stylus C120
2008-08-01 by juul_00
... gummed up ... size (3 ... too. ... Just a quick update: I bought a D120 and started modding. I removed the back with a dremel to allow horizontal loading
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by DJ Delorie
... Yup. Just install a NEW printer, type generic / postscript , just to that you can print to it, but print to a file instead. Hmmm... The Gimp and CUPS
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by Leon
... From: Howard To: Sent: Friday, August 01, 2008 6:09 PM Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HELP: PCB
Re: HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by Howard
... Hi Ok got the R300 installed as a new printer and set to print to file but what ext do i put at the end of the file name ? eg .ps ?? It seems that whatever
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by DJ Delorie
In general, the solution to this problem is to print to a file on Windows, copy the file (usually Postscript, else install a generic postscript printer
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by Leon
... From: Howard To: Sent: Friday, August 01, 2008 2:34 PM Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] HELP: PCB
HELP: PCB Software
2008-08-01 by Howard
Hi I have done a pcb layout with PCB Wizard 3.50 on a xp pc and it is in .pcb format, the prob is that i can not get a good print out (epson r300) on the xp
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Via Through plating
2008-08-01 by DJ Delorie
That leads me to a thought... Can a CuCl etchant bath be used for electroplating?
Re: Via Through plating
2008-08-01 by dandumit
Markus - since you are the most experienced on THP. Tell us did you tried conductive metal holewall activation ?
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-31 by Luc Small
Hi billshat44, I have had great success using a rag soaked in acetone (as found in some nail polish removers) to remove HP toner from my boards. A little bit
Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-30 by billshat44
... results. ... I purchased the HP1005 so I wouldn t have to replace the drum or so my son said. I had an Okidata B4200 that had the drum fail. It would
Re: Epson Stylus C120
2008-07-29 by juul_00
... I was actually eying the C120 (called D120 here in Europe) today. I just wanted to replace my C88 which I managed to kill during modding, but they stopped
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-29 by Luc Small
Hi Everyone, Chilliismyweakness: I used the following model: GBC Creative Laminator It is available from Dick Smith Electronics, catalogue number F1424, $40:
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-28 by Tony Magon
Hi Also an easy way to heat up the pcb after cleaning and before using an iron, is a hairdryer to heat up the copper board first before laying down the paper
Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-28 by chilliismyweakness
HA, the open road!. its gold for prints, it beat cosmo, the foxtel magazine, womens weekly, FHM and all the other titty mags i had lying around. I thank the
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-28 by Myc Holmes
Hi Luc, I m glad to hear you found a combination that works for you. Instead of the Kapton taoe, try using Avery or Dennison labels that are made fo a laser
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-28 by Luc Small
Hello, Many thanks to Chilliismyweakness and Myc for your very helpful replies. It s good to get confirmation that it s not just me that has problems with the
Epson Stylus C120
2008-07-27 by wnnelson0
It s been awhile since I ve worked on my printer and it s all gummed up again (damn Epson print heads) I was looking at the Epson Stylus C120 which seems to
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-27 by Myc Holmes
There are many different toner chemistries. Manufacturers keep learning how to make them cheaper and sell for more money. The same problem shows up with
Re: HP P1005/P1006 Printer
2008-07-27 by chilliismyweakness
I just returned a Brother HL-2040 and replaced it with a HP P1005 (today actually!). i spent about 30 hours trying to get a decent layout with the HL-2040, it
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] muriatic and H2o2
2008-07-25 by Volkan Sahin
MIS Yellow pigment based ink is a good etch resistant to the H2O2+HCl mix or ferric chloride . ... From: Lee Studley Subject:
muriatic and H2o2
2008-07-25 by Lee Studley
Using muriatic and H2o2 vs. ferric chloride: Do the DIY resists we use in this group hold up well for the ( ie solid ink wax, sharpie, inkjet MIS inks, pro
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] PCB | Newbie Question | Where to begin
2008-07-24 by Herbert E. Plett
... Toner Transfer is the simplest for one unit production. materials and equipment needed are present in almost every household. - design your board with
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] PCB | Newbie Question | Where to begin
2008-07-24 by Gaurav Verma
Hi Fair point. I intend to make single sided pcb. I am not sure of what I should buy, however equipment is not a problem. I am looking for a method which will
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] PCB | Newbie Question | Where to begin
2008-07-24 by Myc Holmes
There are many methods to create a pcb. Much depends on what equipment you have or are willing to buy and the amount of time you want to spend learning the
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by KeepIt SimpleStupid
Proportions don t seem to matter much and I don t dip it. Waste of Vinegar. I just make up a small amount, say 1/2 to 1 cup. Add some salt (teaspoon maybe)
PCB | Newbie Question | Where to begin
2008-07-24 by gaurav_verma_mca
Hi I have tried many sites on creation of PCB and each gives a new technique. I have software which will create my PCB design but after that there are so many
Re: Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Viper62
... EXTREMELY fast. The days of hard rubbing are gone. Try it. ... Greetings, vinegar and salt you say? how do you mix it? Do you just dip it and it s
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Stefan Trethan
... That s actually done commercially. Sometimes they use gold, tin will require a compatible etchant that does not etch it away. It would not have the heat
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] recomended laser printers
2008-07-24 by Herbert E. Plett
check this group s database Printers and Toner for TonerTransfer BTW, I encourage other members to update this database with THEIR experience
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by KeepIt SimpleStupid
So, I could just dip the board in a solder pot, and then wipe it with a damp rag (or blow it off with hot air). For that matter, the solder pot can be an old
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by KeepIt SimpleStupid
I don t follow you on the second part. Vinegar and salt? Yep, a mix of vinegar and salt will clean the oxide off of a PC board EXTREMELY fast. The days of
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Mike Young
I assume you re serious about the foodstuffs. (And why not? I reflow in a wok. Oil-free of course.) So, I could just dip the board in a solder pot, and then
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Mike Young
Sounds like we can ash can the solder pot, then. How do you remove the cured ink to solder? I see cleaned, tinned traces in the pictures posted in connection
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by KeepIt SimpleStupid
Hey Mike: Have you tried heating the board in peanut oil. It s not the best stuff, but it works. With the old lead tin stuff, I was able to: 1: Heat the
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by KeepIt SimpleStupid
Hey Mike: Have you tried heating the board in peanut oil. It s not the best stuff, but it works. With the old lead tin stuff, I was able to: 1: Heat the
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Stefan Trethan
It needs to be a powerful hot air blade, as far as i know. I don t think a hot air gun would be nearly enough. Of course the toner will melt at soldering
recomended laser printers
2008-07-24 by afrodocter
i was wondering which laser printers which work better and which work badly? for instance, i have heard that some brother models do not work very well at all.i
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Mike Young
I have hot air to spare. If not enough, a small heat gun or embossing tool might do it. I hadn t thought about the toner melting off at solder temperature
Re: recomended laser printers
2008-07-24 by Steve
There is a list in the Database section. Some got good results with Brother laser, some didn t. Most tested seem to be HP, most of those results were
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Solder pot tinning and etch resist
2008-07-24 by Stefan Trethan
I m not sure straight dipping will work very well. Typically one would need to blow off the excess tin with hot air. Also, obviously you d need to use some
recomended laser printers
2008-07-24 by afrodocter
i was wondering which laser printers which work better and which work badly? for instance, i have heard that some brother models do not work very well at all.i