Homebrew PCBs

Rick W,

I was using copper plate with great success. But it is so expensive during
this experimental phase.

I think if I can make aluminum work, it would be the lowest cost solution
for flat artwork. I guess this is heresy for this group, but I'm looking at
a "no etch" solution: fuse toner to the metal and then powder coat. The
powder coat only sticks to bare metal. So if this works, I would have a
continuous surface of plastic fused to metal. The black areas would be toner
and the rest would be powder coat. By using white powder coat "paint", I
would get great contrast. Hopefully, I'll have time tomorrow to test this
out.

I'm still interested in using copper pipe. If I can get the toner to fuse to
it, I would have the choice of etching or using powder coating. I do like
the nature look of polished copper. 

Rick

-----Original Message-----
From: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of Rick Watson
Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2013 7:50 PM
To: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Easy Fast Laser Print DIY Circuit Boards -
Dave's toner-transfer freezing technique

What about brass? You should able to get various thicknesses. I have a roll
that's about 12" x 24" x 0.005. You should able to put the toner on flat,
then if you're still trying to make a round label, glue or solder to the
brass. You can also get stainless steel.

--Rick Watson