Re: RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Mike
Another approach I ve successfully used for TT is to heat the PCB in an oven to ~300 F and then apply the TT material. Use an iron to further raise the temp
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Re: RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Stefan Trethan
On Fri, 28 Jul 2006 20:42:02 +0200, Myc Holmes ... Indeed, and a chicken grill motor is only about 6eur, brand new! Hard to beat
Re: RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Myc Holmes
Some how I knew that was coming, Stefan! ... and for those of us poor people whose lives are not enlightened by a chicken grill motor, multiple passes are
Re: RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Stefan Trethan
You can slow down the transport if you want, i need only 1 pass with my modified fuser unit (chicken grill motor drive). ST On Fri, 28 Jul 2006 15:46:56 +0200,
Re: RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Myc Holmes
I agree, multiple passes are needed. I run the pcb through the Xerox laminator about 10 times, flipping it each time. When t is too hot to handle, then I know
RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Robert Hedan
... I use a GBC H300 laminator and I pass the PCB about 15 times, flipping the PCB over each time. Robert
Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by sethkoster
... while ... buffer. should ... I think it was a pressure problem. I tested my iron before and the hottest it gets is just under 350F, but the other day
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Still getting broken traces.
2006-07-28 by Herbert E. Plett
... don t think so. copper will not heat up and cool down, less stretch while ironing. I am nearer to believe it s a too low temperature or board prep problem.
Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-27 by lcdpublishing
It may be a few months down the road yet befor I get around to making the tools. But I will certainly let you know how it works out. I really doubt my hands
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by Stefan Trethan
On Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:17:56 +0200, lcdpublishing ... Well, it works for me... Do let us know how you get on with the grinding, i will want to have a go at
Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by lcdpublishing
Thanks, that helps too! Chris
Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by lcdpublishing
LOL! I am going to have to start practicing that method because frankly I suck at searching. This forces me to bookmark every page I go to that is a bit
Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by Andrew
www.thinktink.com/stack/volumes/voli/store/mechmill.htm Think-n-tink sell them as well as showing a piccy of the geometry on the above web page.
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by Stefan Trethan
On Wed, 26 Jul 2006 22:18:03 +0200, lcdpublishing ... I tend to remember curiosities about pages rather than names or URLs. Luckily google can deal with that.
Re: Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by lcdpublishing
What the hell? Sure enough, there they are on that sight based on those search words. I really want to ask, but won t. But, based on that search criteria, I
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by Stefan Trethan
On Wed, 26 Jul 2006 13:58:47 +0200, lcdpublishing ... There s some guy selling them on the web, homemade... I don t remember the URL, but a google search for
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Epson R220 PCB printing Report #1
2006-07-26 by Myc Holmes
I bought the flex pcb on Ebay a while ago. It was about $20 for 25 sheets, I think. Check Ebay for any current listings. I was able to print directly on it
Re: Epson R220 PCB printing Report #1
2006-07-26 by roycepipkins
I m curious about this flexible PCB. You say you ve run it thru a laser printer. Were you able to make a circuit? Is it possible to buy the stuff in hobbiest
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by Leon Heller
... From: lcdpublishing To: Sent: Wednesday, July 26, 2006 12:58 PM Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs]
Isolation milling - what do the cutters look like to do it?
2006-07-26 by lcdpublishing
Hi guys, Later this year (perhaps next year or whenever I get my machine done), I want to give isolation milling a try. At first I thought a small end mill
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] new member
2006-07-26 by Gus S Calabrese
Shame is an overused tool for control. AGSC On 2006-Jul 25, at 10:21hrs AM, cresswell wrote: Why whats wrong with it? 5000 customers with any serious
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-26 by JanRwl@AOL.COM
In a message dated 7/25/2006 3:42:54 P.M. Central Daylight Time, stefan_trethan@gmx.at writes: What sort of grinder do the diamond wheels need? ST: I can t
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Fun Quorn Oxymoron was Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-26 by Bill Maxwell
No Andrew, I agree that none are as pretty as the Quorn and I also agree that looking at castings is fun too. I have been using that justification for more
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: new member
2006-07-26 by YD
... I got one too, of the highly (not) creative kind. Probably all who took part in this thread got one. - YD.
RE : [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: new member
2006-07-25 by Robert Hedan
... I ve grown wary of freeware and shareware, this clown just reinforces my decision to stay with brand products whenever I can. One thing I ve always been
Fun Quorn Oxymoron was Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Andrew
... Yes - fun is a relative term. There is still a lot of fun to be had from looking at unfinished castings isn t there ? I susspect I shall also shell out a
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Bill Maxwell
I haven t used one for pcb drills but I dont see why it couldn t be used, once a suitable wheel had been found. I suspect you will be in for prolonged fun
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Stefan Trethan
On Wed, 26 Jul 2006 00:37:29 +0200, lcdpublishing ... Can do. basically a cup grinding wheel and a holder for the blade that moves left/right on dovetail ways.
Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Andrew
... I know this is starting to stray off topic. BUT talking of grinders - has anyone used a Quorn for grinding tiny drills ? I am thinking of making a Quorn
Re: Epson R220 PCB printing Report #1
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
Check your email :-) Chris ... address if you ... as taping ... 40yahoogroups.com , ... around ... doesn t ... about 5 ... is ... desktop ... can t ... minimum
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Epson R220 PCB printing Report #1
2006-07-25 by Myc Holmes
Hi Chris, The flex pcb stock is 6 x 9 , contact me off list with your address if you would like some. I have fed it directly through the R220 and laser
Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
That is a common bench grinder as I would refer to it, not a tool or cutter grinder like that used in a tool room. You certainly could through a diamond cup
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Lost TV show and Jan_Rowland have something in common....
2006-07-25 by Myc Holmes
Ah yes, the Commodore PET/CBM. I spent many great hours on it. I still have mine in storage. A great machine of the Apple / TRS-80 personal computer era. The
Re: A sheckle for that USB cable you must be mad
2006-07-25 by Andrew
Yep - they seem to have gone up. I used to be able to buy USB hubs for sub $10 AUD. These days my buy price on them is over $20 AUD. HOWEVER The local coles
Re: A sheckle for that USB cable you must be mad
2006-07-25 by Andrew
Ah - yes - store cost - thats a different kettle of USB cables. Your correct there store cost OFTEN = ( Actual cost + Rent + Wages + Advertising + Electricity
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Stefan Trethan
On Tue, 25 Jul 2006 23:50:14 +0200, lcdpublishing ... Just the cheap bench or wall mount grinders with a AC motor in the middle and two wheels one on either
Re: Epson R220 PCB printing Report #1
2006-07-25 by Andrew
I have a design jet 5000 here - the 42 6 colour (CcYMmK) version. I can print on small single sheets of paper - however loading them is a pain - so I always
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Lost TV show and Jan_Rowland have something in common....
2006-07-25 by JanRwl@AOL.COM
In a message dated 7/25/2006 3:19:07 P.M. Central Daylight Time, lcdpublishing@yahoo.com writes: Well, correct me if I am wrong, but isn t that the same
Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
Forget the Spiky things unless you want to remove a lot of material from the wheel in a hurry - good for rough work. Find a diamond point type - they are
Brother HL-2040 and Harbor Freight Catalog - Toner Transfer photos
2006-07-25 by kilocycles
Hi all, I added a couple of finished boards the the Photos section, using my catalog paper for TT. After etching, I had a few places where copper shouldn t
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Stefan Trethan
On Tue, 25 Jul 2006 23:00:38 +0200, lcdpublishing ... I plan on getting a dressing tool. Do i want one of the spiky wheely things or a diamond tool? I have
Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
A green wheel would be tough to do it with, but it would work for making an engraving cutter. Keep in mind, you have to dress the wheels prior to, and
Re: new member
2006-07-25 by Steve
... That is how the list is set up. That doesn t cover anything but posting messages. If I had not left him moderated, you d have all seen a dozen nasty flames
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Stefan Trethan
On Tue, 25 Jul 2006 22:28:31 +0200, lcdpublishing ... You think the soft green wheel will do them? I think i got one with that belt sander/grinder combo... But
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: new member
2006-07-25 by Leon Heller
... From: Steve To: Sent: Tuesday, July 25, 2006 9:19 PM Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: new member ...
Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
LOL! I can just picture me standing in front of a grinder today (with my bad eyesight) trying to hand grind a point on a .035 carbide drill bit :-) I can
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: new member
2006-07-25 by Bryan Pope
... He s bored? Maybe you should change the moderation of the board to having their first message moderated (or something like that) if it keeps up. Cheers,
Re: new member
2006-07-25 by Steve
And he s rejoined under another profile and kept up his cr@p. I now have twice as much garbage to clean out of Files, Photos, Polls, etc. Now he s emailing me
Lost TV show and Jan_Rowland have something in common....
2006-07-25 by lcdpublishing
I am not 100% sure, but I believe I am recalling correctly! If you have watched that TV show LOST, then you are familiar with the bunker they found. Inside was
Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Looking for a source of those RINGs on PCB drills?
2006-07-25 by Stefan Trethan
On Tue, 25 Jul 2006 21:53:31 +0200, lcdpublishing ... When i was at school we made scribe tips out of them broken ones. Still have mine somewhere, it will work