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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Etching tank

From: Dave <theschemer@...>
Date: 2007-11-23

Andrew wrote:
>
> Those tanks are actually molded from two peices and
> glued together. I have had several over the years.
>
> Some HAVE leaked at the glue seam. Now I am using
> an acid based etchant the latest tank I have is
> developing crazing and slow leaks in the walls.
>
> I do store it ALL in a large HDPE box though so
> leaks are not catastrphic.
>

I am thinking make it out of one-piece plastic and go with mechanical
agitation. No leak worries.
Thanks,
Dave