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RE: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: etching the OD of a cylinder to create a graduated dial

2013-03-22 by Rick Sparber

Jim,

Looks like a fun machine but a bit too complex compared to contact printing
and chemical etching.

Rick

-----Original Message-----
From: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of Jim
Sent: Friday, March 22, 2013 7:37 AM
To: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: etching the OD of a cylinder to create a
graduated dial



--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "cunningfellow" <andrewm1973@...>
wrote:
>
> > Rick S wrote:
> > <SNIP>
> > The trick is how to selectively apply or remove the wax.
> > <SNIP>
>
> Well we know inkjets work for molten wax.
>

Maybe an Eggbot with a scriber if the cylinder isn't too big?
http://egg-bot.com/

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