> Brent:
> Appreciate the feedback.  Indeed the film is BF102.  got it on sale
> somewhere for $5 for five sheets--regular price was $15 US plus a free
> cannon starter kit.
> A matt finish would be nice.  I'll keep my eyes open here.
> Any particular type of white spray paint?  Acrylic, enamel, or ??
> And, what pray tell, is DS tape--just double sided?  Any particular brand
> or model?
>
> Also, what has been your experience with the labels peeling off over time?
> These are proof-of-concept units and I would hate for them to fall apart in
> a few weeks/months.
>
> Seem to recall visiting Hamilton once.  Another lifetime ago.  Did one of
> those fly/drive things.  Had a wonderful time, and would love to come back
> someday.
>
> Enjoy, Kelly

Sorry, DS is just my shorthand for double sided tape.  Mine is
Sellotape brand, sticks like a sticky thing and never lets go, water
proof even.  (I heard that some double sided tapes are approved for
use in aircraft manufacture, don't try this at home)

I use white gloss enamel paint, although it is tricky to get good
coverage.  Undercoat worked well at first, but then I discovered that
it discoloured with age and it really soaked up moisture.

Long term results?  Really good - if you keep it dry.  If water is
present the film coating slowly draws it in from the edges and
spoils the printing.  If you want cheap water proof labels use a laser
print with the same method.

Hamilton is OK, but we don't grow nice oranges here...

Brent Brown
Electronic Design Solutions
16 English Street
Hamilton, New Zealand
Ph/fax: +64 7 849 0069
Mobile: 025 334 069
eMail:  brent.brown@clear.net.nz