I still recommend the paper cutter. Will cut almost perfect edges. Brand new
at Staples for $39.99.
http://www.staples.com/Catalog/Browse/SKU.asp?BCFlag=False&PageType=1&SKU=108209

I have bought them at yard sales for 5 bucks. Highly recommend going this
route first.

To get a factory edge, I use a table top combination belt sander/disc
sander. Brand new from Sears for $119.95, Harbor Freight $79.99, again buy
used for about $20.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=5154

A hand disc sander will work if you can hold the board steady too.
Rick

Jesse Lackey wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> I've been making my first few pcbs, using an iron-on method (laserprint
> to special paper) and they're looking sharp.
>
> But cutting them is a royal pain.  I use a hacksaw and its basically
> impossible to get a straight cut (maybe I need a new/better hacksaw).
> And it takes forever.
>
> What do people use for this?  A discussion on this webpage
> (http://www.netcomuk.co.uk/~wwl/pcbs.html) suggests a guillotine /
> shears, but I'm hoping for something cheaper - and in the usa, this
> source is in the UK.  Jigsaw?  How well do they work?  I don't need
> perfect cuts but a hacksaw is quite ugly.
>
> Also I need to cover the copper with something after its assembled to
> prevent oxidation.  Tinning is mentioned ... seems like a messy and
> expensive pain.  What about a "flux pen" or "flux rework"?  Could I just
> spray clear acrylic sealer stuff over it?  A couple coats would seal
> well, I'd think.  Anyone try that?
>
> Thanks yet again for advice from the list...
> Regards
> Jesse
>
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