Homebrew PCBs

On Tue, 03 Aug 2004 21:51:33 -0000, mycroft2152 <mycroft2152@...> 
wrote:

> I've been running the release paper through my antique LaserJet
> IIP+. I use the (relatively) straight path that feeds out the front.
> I get mixed results. Positioniong the printed paper on the board is
> enough to rub off or distort the image. But it does tranfer very
> well.
>
> One of the tricks is to mount a small piece of the relaese paper on
> to a carrier sheet of regular paper before sending it throuhgh the
> laserjet. Labels work great for this purpose. I do them same with
> the staples paper.
>
> Myc


I used a "carrier sheet" before but i found the increased thickness
greatly reduces the toner density. of course you save some paper.
Now i use A5 sheets (cut in half a4) trough the envelope feeder.
With component legend on both sides you need 4 pieces, which is 2 sheets
at 0.2 eur each i believe. quite expensive.
I'll start tinkering with the software to make it print all 4 views on one
sheet.

ST