Prototyping Center

Intro to Prototyping

Frequently asked questions

Q. How does your system work?

A. The system has four basic steps:
1. Create circuit artwork positive on transparency
2. Expose presensitized copper clad board with artwork
3. Develop board to remove photo-exposed resist
4. Etch the exposed copper away to reveal only the copper that was resisted according to your artwork
See the Positive Basic process

Q. What do I need to buy in order to create a board from scratch?

A. You need all of the following products:

Laser Transparency
Cat. No. 416-T
Print your circuitboard artwork on this paper using a laser printer
Copper Clad Board (Presensitized)
Cat. No. 600 Series
Made of fibreglass and covered with copper and etch resist material, this board is the foundation of your circuitboard prototype. Various sizes available.
Exposure Kit
Cat. No. 416-X
Exposes your circuitboard artwork onto your presensitized board
Photofabrication Kit
Cat. No. 416-K
Removes exposed resist from your board. This kit also contains a few presensitized boards to get you started. Additional developer available seperately.
Etch Resist Pen
Cat. No. 416-RP
Draw on additional areas to be protected from etchant with this pen. Can also be used to touch up artwork.
Etchants
Cat. No. 415
Cat. No. 410
Cat. No. 4101

A chemical which strips away un-resisted copper from your developed board. Select one of our three etchants based on your requirements:

Ferric Chloride - opaque, fast acting
Ammonium Persulphate - clear, safe
Sodium Persulphate - clear, safe, compatible with etch resist pen

Etching Kit
Cat. No. 416-ES
Cat. No. 416-E
These kits ensure your board is accurately and evenly etched. Compatible with all three etchants. Select from Economy and Professional kits.





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