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Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Have you ever had PCB material that simply will not accept a toner transfer?

2005-11-04 by Stefan Trethan

On Thu, 03 Nov 2005 22:26:21 +0100, lcdpublishing  
<lcdpublishing@...> wrote:

> I am having the most difficult time trying to do toner transfer on
> some circuit boards.  I have tried 15 different papers including a new
> batch of Pulsar paper which isn't working either. I changed out the
> toner cartridge on the printer.  I have tried about 15 different
> settings on my iron for different temps.  I tried 3 different laser
> printers (all that I have).  I just cannot get toner to stick to the
> boards.
> I have tried scotch bright, 400 grit paper, 600 grit paper, 1000 grit
> paper, and 1200 grit paper.  I clean very thoroughly with acetone, I
> don't touch the copper after cleaning, I don't touch the paper after
> printing.
> I am stumped and getting really frustrated - grrrrrr.
> Sorry, had to vent.
> Chris


at that point i converted the fuser. but here it was only areas that  
wouldn't stick.

st

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