[sdiy] PCB fab using Pulsar TTS

[Tim Parkhurst]

Has anybody out there had success making PCBs with the TTS (Toner
Transfer System) products from Pulsar?
http://www.pulsar.gs/PCB/a_Pages/1_Menu/overview.html

I've tried ironing a laser print onto a PCB, and then using the green
TRF film to "seal" it, and I've also tried using the TTS decal film to
get the laser print toner onto a PCB. I'm trying to do a 4" x 6"
board, and I've yet to be able to make a usable board. The transferred
image comes out fairly well in the middle of the board, but the
quality gets really bad at the board edges.

I'm thinking I need to start with a PCB that is at least 1" bigger
than I need, iron on the transfer with as much heat as possible (using
a hand iron), and then trim the board after etching. But, I'm open to
suggestions on this. I would love to be able to use a transfer system
like this, as I can get copper clad material CHEAP at the local
surplus shops. I clean the stuff until it shines, but I have yet to
make a single usable board with all this stuff. The hand iron might
also be part of the problem, but I'd like to hear from someone who has
tried one of the laminator machines before I invest another $80 (the
cost of the laminator that will work with PCB material). The laminator
machine SUPPOSEDLY gives much better results in the transfer, as it
applies heat and pressure in a much more controlled and consistent
fashion.

Any feedback? Anybody made this work?


Tim (and the wife wants me to stop messing with the iron) Servo
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