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Re: Why Homebrew?

2011-02-13 by Ben L

> --- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, windswaytoo@ wrote:
> >
> > So, my question is why would I want to make my own boards with all the attendant fuss and mess and then etch and drill them or CNC them? Do you get a better board? A faster turnaround? There is no product to order or store. Is it cheaper to roll your own? I guess I just don't get it. Is it a hobby thing?
> > 
> > I expect this post will cause some consternation and there will be quite a few replies. Then again, I may be quietly ignored. 
> > 
> > Vic
> > 
> > Vic Fraenckel
> > KC2GUI
> > windswaytoo ATSIGN gmail DOT com
> >
>


Why do you read all the posts about making PCB's @ home when you are not interested in building PCB's by Homebrew method?

Why would someone build PCB's at home, 
1.  Because they enjoy doing it.
2.  It is a Hobby
3.  Some sometimes make a little money at it.


Ben

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