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Subject: Re: Ferric Chloride - Alternatives

From: "Dennis" <dl5012@...>
Date: 2008-06-28

Hi John,
--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, John Michaud <greyfox1143@...>
wrote:
>
> I didn't expect to generate so much attention to Ferric Chloride and
with that living in Oregon I've been concerned with the environment so
is there a environmentally safe method to etching?

Most places that recycle hazardous material (like paint and oil) will
also take used ferric chloride. I've been etching boards for several
years now and still don't have enough to make it worth a trip to a
recycler.

Regards,
Dennis