Homebrew_PCBs

> I have blank pcbs, board drill bits and parts ordered and on the way,
> before they arrive I would like to check the following:
> Let me see if I have this right:
> Phase One:
> 1) I layout the board in the software
> FREEPCB found at FREEPCB.COM
> 2) I print what I just laid out onto
> my HP DeskJet 712c printer
> 2a) I make a copy with
> my Panasonic KX-FM106
> "Copier/Fax" machine.
> 3) I turn the copied paper upside down on the blank copper
> 4) I apply my preheated iron to the backside of the paper
> (the paper should stick well or apply more heat)
> 5) I remove the paper in hot water or something
> Phase Two:
> 6) Now I use the etchant process and remove
> the still visible copper from the board
> 7) Now I remove the ink from the remaining copper
> 8) Now I drill holes in the board for the components
> Phase Three:
> 9) Insert components and build board.
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> Well how'd I do? Hope I got it all straight :0)

> Hi Bob,
> You did good!
> Just make sure that your pads are big enough to leave
> enough materials after drilling. I ususally make
> slightly oversize and stretched octagon pads to
> compensate. I even increase the widths of the traces.
> Overall its more forgiving and less copper to remove.
> Just go sloawly on your first until you feel
> comfortable with the techniques.
> Myc