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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] What is the best etching solution;

From: DJ Delorie <dj@...>
Date: 2009-04-25

Stefan Trethan <stefan_trethan@...> writes:
> I'm not sure about that.
> The CuCl is just sitting there, waiting for me to drop in a board all
> year round. It doesn't go bad or require me to mix up a new batch.
> Maintainance is minimal, and can be done while the board is etching
> which is efficient use of time.
>
> I can still see through my CuCl with a bright light from the other
> side, but now the tank is positioned inconveniently for that and I
> lift the board out for final inspection.

Mine is in the same state, but I still check the pH and specific
gravity once in a while, and occasionally add more HCl.