Homebrew PCBs

On 15/01/2011 02:56, Nathan House wrote:
> So it sounds like building a tank will probably work, but may not be worth
> it. I guess I'll have to think about it some more before deciding whether to
> do it or not. I'd love to hear more input from people who have tried it
> though..
>
> Have you guys had any problem with the fumes from the HCl corroding metal in
> the vicinity? I haven't noticed this, but I recently posted on a chemistry
> forum and they said this would be a severe long-term problem.

I've had that problem.


>
> I'm also curious how you protect yourselves from the fumes. When I'm etching
> I *try* to do it in a fairly ventilated place, but the fumes still smell
> extremely strong and I can't help wonder if I should be wearing a respirator
> or something..

They are more unpleasant than dangerous.

Leon
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