The problem with the HP 1102 model it does not allow mirror when printing. Toner transfer works ok, but if you're using ExpressPCB you don't have the ability to mirror top layer. If using Eagle, then you can mirror during the print phase with the Eagle software, so it's not an issue with Eagle.
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> > I just joined the group and this is my first post so I hope I'm not treading over old territory. I've made PCB's in the past using the black layout tape and photo negative method used years ago.
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> > Now I need to jump back into making my own PCB's again using these somewhat newer methods. I was going to use the Pulsar materials as they're the only ones I can get here in Canada. I asked the Pulsar people about which printer is suitable. All they said was to stay away from Brother and also the HP LaserJet 1102. The Brother I understand as there is a problem with their toner, but they didn't give an explanation as to why they nixed the HP printer. At that point in order to avoid too many emails back and forth I just asked them if they had a list of recommended printer(s) but they stopped answering any more of my questions, so I'm sort of left hanging.
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> > I've been hunting down reasonably priced (cheap!) printers in my area and came across the Samsung ML-1670 and Samsung ML-1675. Both are monochrome and appear to be at least 1200 x 1200 dpi. Beyond that I'm not sure what the difference is between the two models or if they are even suitable for this purpose. I don't intend on using them for anything else other than making PCB's so financial outlay is a consideration, as is size (they are small and simple).
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> > I'm open to using either the toner transfer method, or the positive transparency on sensitized board method. Either is fine with me. None of the boards I need to make are overly complicated or have any ultra fine traces.
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> > If anyone has any comments on Samsung printers in general, or these two in particular, I would be very appreciative. Thanks in advance.
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> > Cheers,
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