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Re: Questions about toner transfer method.

2004-10-19 by mikezcnc

yes, that is quite amazing...

Except for that paper is not politically correct because it offends 
the TT-feelings in some members...Mike



--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "Bob Weiss" <BWeiss@p...> wrote:
> 
> I just made another "test" board using Staples Picture Paper and 
> this time used more pressure and time under the iron and I am 
amazed 
> at the quality you can achieve!! There is no going back to 
the "old" 
> way for me...this works great! Thanks for all your help.
> 
> 
> 
> --- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "Phil" <phil1960us@y...> 
wrote:
> > 
> > You've probably got a decent transfer.  etch it, dano.
> > 
> > For inkjet paper brands, look in the database section.  There are 
a
> > number of inkjet papers people have reported good results with.  
> I've
> > used 2 brands, Georgia Pacific InkjetPlus+ and, iirc, office max
> > inkjet paper.  Both did well though I am very very happy with the
> > Georgia Pacific stuff.   Inkjet papers are coated to prevent the 
> ink
> > from soaking into the paper and blooming.  Its basically regular
> > inkjet paper - I'd bet any brand will work fine.  Just make sure 
is
> > says "formulated for inkjet printers" or similar.  Don't use laser
> > printer, copier or general purpose paper. Typically <$4 for a 
ream 
> of 500.
> > 
> > --- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "Bob Weiss" <BWeiss@p...> 
> wrote:
> > > 
> > > Thanks for answering me, there was a couple spots very small 
> that 
> > > stayed on the paper when I pulled it off. I am assuming I 
didn't 
> > > heat it long enough or press hard enough. When you say inkjet 
> paper 
> > > which brand are you using? Is it like regular white ream paper 
> or 
> > > special stuff?
> > >

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