Homebrew PCBs

On Tue, 23 Aug 2005 05:44:36 +0200, Bob_xyz <bob_barr@...> wrote:

> I'm about to start using CuCl for etchant and was wondering if a
> plastic container marked "HDPE" (and a "2") would be suitable for
> doing the etching. The plastic is fairly thin but I plan to brace it
> with a frame around it.
> I'd want to store the etchant in the container for an extended period
> of time with some sort of a lid.
> Any thoughts or suggestions as to how well this type of plastic would
> stand up to the CuCl?
> Thanks, Bob


I keep HCl 30% in HDPE bottles, and after a few years there is a salt on  
the outside.
CuCl was kept in a PET bottle, salts on the outside too, quicker.

ST