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Positive Process

Illustrated Positive Prototyping Process

1.Obtain M.G. Chemicals Photofabrication Kit (Cat. No. 416-K) and Exposure Kit (Cat. No. 416-X).

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2. Peel the white protective coating off of your Presensitized Copper Clad Board (600 Series).

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	Exposure Lamp (from 416-X Kit) Artwork on transperency Presensitized copper clad board
3. Place artwork on board.
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	Exposure Lamp (from 416-X Kit) Acrylic weight (from 416-X Kit) Presensitized copper clad board
4. Secure artwork with the acrylic weight provided.
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	Exposure Lamp (from 416-X Kit) Acrylic, artwork and board
5. Expose board for 10 minutes.
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	Tap water (10 parts) Negative Developer (1 part)
6. Dilute the developer 1:10 with water.
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7. Put on rubber gloves. Peel protective covering and place your exposed board in the diluted developer solution. Brush lightly with smoother brush until exposed resist is removed. (1 - 2 min)

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8. Rinse board in water. Dispose of the residue solution properly.

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9. Place board in Ferric Chloride until the unprotected copper is removed and your artwork becomes visible on the board. (10 - 15 min). You may use the Professional or Economy Etching Kit.

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10. Rinse board in water to finish your board. Dispose of the residue etchant according to your local regulations.

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