> I thought the next step-up for me in the EE world would be to > finally try my > hand at creating my own PCB's instead of using damned Veroboard. > I have been > reading up on the etching process and it's requirements, so I > have just a few > questions. Most importantly, how did you guys make your etchant > tanks? What do > you recommend for someone starting? Keep in mind cost is an > issue, and I don't > need something high-tech at all. From what I understand, > basically all you need > is a glass tank of some sort, a bubble generator, and some > etchant solution. Nah, don't need to get that fancy. I etch my boards in a plastic container (that doesn't react with etchant) sitting in warm water. Sure it takes a few more minutes but the quality of the etch is very good. TTYL -- http://www.piclist.com hint: To leave the PICList mailto:piclist-unsubscribe-request@mitvma.mit.edu