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Subject: Re: Removing the paper with the transfer method

From: "grantfair2001" <grant.fair@...>
Date: 2002-01-07

--- In Homebrew_PCBs@y..., "bhowden1" <bhowden@b...> wrote:
> I have been playing with the various types of paper . . . . The
> problem I am having
> is getting the paper off when I have finished ironing.

I use Dyna Art. The paper just floats off in mildly warm water after
ironing. IIRC, this paper is coated with a a layer of sugar, so that
might be the secret.

Perhaps you could experiment by spraying your paper with a solution of
sugar in water, and letting it dry before using it.

> My second question is if anybody knows of a way to get the printer
> to deposit more toner.
> Brian

There is a way in my printer software (I have a Panasonic KXP-6500) to
specify greater toner density. I'd call HP printer support and ask
them if this is possible with your machine. The other option is to
look for denser toner. I understand it is made, apparently for use
in printing graphics, but I don't know where to look for it. There are
lots of toner supply companies on the net and elsewhere. Or perhaps a
copy house which also does laser printing could tell you.

Grant