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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: component legend.

From: "Stefan Trethan" <stefan_trethan@...>
Date: 2004-12-08

On Tue, 07 Dec 2004 23:39:34 -0000, mycroft2152 <mycroft2152@...>
wrote:

>
> I've had the same problem toner transferring component legends on
> single sided boards. My solution was to first give the legend side a
> light coat of Krylon spray paint and letting it dry completely. then
> doing the toner transfer. Gives great contrast (white) or creates an
> interesting look (red).
> Myc


thanks, will try. is krylon paint something special? what is it, acrylic?
I grabbed some 1000grit and 600grit paper at the tools shop today, will
try that too
to roughen the surface.

ST