On May 28, 2009, at 10:48 PM, Jason Proctor wrote:
>> I have been using Metalphoto of Cincinnati for the Synthasonic
>> modules
>> I make (Synthasonic.com) and have been very pleased. Far cheaper, far
>> more durable, and way better graphics than Shaeffer. http://www.mpofcinci.com/
>> I know of several other pro manufacturers who use them as well.
>
> whoa, thanks for this.
>
> what file formats do they accept?
I send them Illustrator files. Measurements on one layer, holes on
another, graphics on another. For my own purposes (marketing, web
site, etc.) I put knobs, jacks, switches, LEDs, etc. on another layer.
I'm sure they support other formats, too. I just don't know about
that. Then hitch is that there's a $75 set up fee for a new design.
After that, you can run as many panels as you want over time without
paying the fee again. Like most places that fab panels, the price
drops rather dramatically when you order more than one or two at a
time. It's not the right fit for everyone, but it really rocks for
some applications, especially given that basically, you can draw
anything you want and put it on there in hi res. They are also ∗way∗
more scratch resistant than Schaeffer.
:-)
Sam E.