[sdiy] PCB Panel Recommendations

[Schwarz Raphael]

Hi list,

No one is mentioning how you can vastly improve matt pcb panels with oily/waxy substances .

One obvious test is using WD-40 (silicon based) on your panel , it vastly improves the color and contrast and reduces scratches and marks.
One problem is the smell , and I’m not sure about toxicity after it dries . So a better , less chemical solution would have my preference

I’ve not tried it yet, but I bet linseed oil could be used . Or any oil that can dry , Silicon based / Mineral.

I’ve also though about using some beeswax , or some other wax based product, making some kind of encaustic as you would with wood using turpentine . There are plenty of wax to try and many are non harmful. 

I’ve also seen people spray coating their panel with matt metal varnish but I don’t like that option too much. 

The great advantage of wax/oil is that it can be reapplied years after years. 

Maybe someone has similar comments about post-processes , anyone using this commercially ? 

Best,
Raphael


> Le 5 août 2022 à 14:01, Mike Bryant <mbryant at futurehorizons.com> a écrit :
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