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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Epson Inkjet Transparency Film

From: Leon Heller <leon355@...>
Date: 2010-03-15

On 15/03/2010 11:47, jamesgailer wrote:
> Hi
>
> I have access to two Epson inkjet printers, a DX4850 and a PX710W. The Epson web site FAQ advises only to use their film as other films expect ink droplets to be pre-heated, which Epson does not do in these printers thus requiring an absorbant film.
>
> It seems that Epson have discontinued these films (C13S041063 for A4, I think last digit is 4 for letter size). They are certainly unobtainable, some sources saying discontinued. Epson say they are just out of stock, but I don't know whether to believe them.
>
> Has anyone heard anything about this, or does anyone know of alternative compatible film please? I've got some pcbs to make!

I used to use Mega Electronics JetStar film with an Epson printer. It
worked very well.

Leon
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