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Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] H2O2 + muriatic acid etchant?

2008-05-22 by DJ Delorie

"s.l.kirkwood" <s.l.kirkwood@...> writes:
> I live in the UK and wonder if anyone knows of a supplier of the
> muriatic acid and hydrogen peroxide to home users. My local chemist
> was no help at all and didn't have a clue.

3% hydrogen peroxide is a common antiseptic; you should find it in
your local chemist (drugstore for Americans) or any supermarket.

37% HCl (hydrochloric acid, aka muriatic acid) is used for two common
things: cleaning cement/brick/stone for painting, and adjusting pool
pH.  I found mine at the local hardware store in the paint section.

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