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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Etch safe materials for etch tank

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

On Thu, 09 Dec 2004 07:35:26 +1100, Adam Seychell
<a_seychell@...> wrote:

>
> The three above mentioned etchants normally have acid and pH will be
> very low (< 1). Acrylic (PMMA) is ok for acid. I made a small
> electrochemical test cell out of this stuff and have had 20% sulfuric
> acid in it for weeks at a time and see zero effect to date.
> Nylon is the common plastic you must avoid contact with acid for long
> periods, even vinegar.
> Of course there is always www.google.com


And the links section, where you will find links to chemical compatibility
pages.
(tank construction folder)

ST