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Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, Neil <cobra_neil@a...> wrote:
> On Sunday 18 May 2003 09:33, Stefan Trethan scribbled:
> > how do you cut the pcb material?
> > ....
> > any new and nice ideas are very welcome.
>
> Haven't tried the paper cutter method, but it seems to work for
many people.
> I use either a hacksaw (takes time), then clean up with a flat-
file. Or a
> pair of paramedic scissors (really fast, and can cut curves).
I've also used
> a roto-zip (with a rotary cutting bit) to cut complex curves.
Works well,
> but messy.
>
>
> > have all of you professional pcb drill presses or how do you
drill your
> > boards? (maybe homebuilt ones and a picture of them???)
>
> Tried a dremel tool with the Dremel drill-press attachment. Was
too wobbly
> for any precise work, so I dumped it and got a real drill press.
Harbor
> freight has a 50% off sale, so I paid $40 for the drill press.
Much cheaper,
> and sturdier than the dremel solution. Yes, it is slower, but
works
> excellent still.
I guess I haven't had any problems with the dremel-press setup, but
once a little more cash can be devoted, perhaps I'll try your
solution.
Jonathan