Homebrew PCBs

> 
> What about those CD printers that use wax thermal ribbons?
> 
> Of course, you'd be limited to PCBs the size and shape of a CD, but
> that would also mean cases for your project are cheap and easy to get.
> ;') Hey, why not, I've used cassette tape cases, soap dishes, and
> small makeup cases for project boxes.
> 


   The Alps printers are full page, discontinued but plenty of them kicking 
around for decal use.  I don't have the printer but have plenty of used ribbons 
so will transfer a bit with an iron and see how well it works.  Keeping the 
multiple color registration was always a problem but wouldn't matter for just 
printing resist.  They are still $200 to $500 used though, they are one of only 
a few printers that can print a solid white background so they're highly desired 
for custom decal printing.  Not to mention graphics like a resist will tend to 
eat up the $6 ribbons in a hurry.

Alan