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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Why is solder resist film so hard to find?

From: Kim Kemmerly <kkemmerly@...>
Date: 2012-06-11

Dear jberghout,
 
Do a Google search for Dynamask.  You can view a video using Dynamask Solder Resist at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHDI18pIv68
 
Sincerely,
Kim Kemmerly


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From: jberghout <jberghout@...>
To: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, June 10, 2012 12:37 PM
Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] Why is solder resist film so hard to find?


 
Hi. I'm new to the group. I was recently bitten by homebrew PCB bug. But I've been scratching my head, wondering why it so hard to find the solder resist film in the US. I realize that a solder resist is no necessarily necessary for DIY boards that don't use surface mount components. But it's something that I would still like to use to make my boards look more professionally, and to protect it from the environment.

The ink they sell from china on ebay is primarily used for silk screening. and I might end up going this route, but it sure would be nice to have film available for one off designs.

Is there just not enough demand? Are there any other reasons?

Thanks in advance...




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