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"we don't need no stinkin' paint!"
Date: 05/17/2006
Views: 9583
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we all know what this is!
Your basic B size enclosure complete with rough edges and surface inperfections galore.
Date: 05/15/2006
Views: 8681
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Surface preperation is the key to a good etch.
WET-sand with a wooden block to flatten out the top surface. It's most important to sand out ALL the imperfections in the casting including whatever "pits" and dimples are in the top. What you do here determines the outcome!
Date: 05/15/2006
Views: 9714
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Print and choose your design!
Here's my design for Jack Orman's Mosfet Boost. The rough draft.
Date: 05/15/2006
Views: 12313
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Test fit...
This is just to see if the pattern will fit properly to the top of the enclosure.
Date: 05/16/2006
Views: 10401
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What are the Cut-outs for?
Air bubbles trapped under the transfer will cause problems, the cutouts give the air a place to go without effecting the lettering. Read On!!
Date: 05/16/2006
Views: 12627
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Applying the mask........
Apply a light coat of spraypaint to the sides.....This is going to be the "mask" on the sides so good coverage is important!
Date: 05/16/2006
Views: 10868
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What type of paint should be used?
I use the cheapest Flat Black I can get my hands on. Apply a light coat but be sure coverage is good. The spraypaint will protect the sides from the etchant and will show "imperfections" when sanded off of the top... Stay with me here!
Date: 05/16/2006
Views: 9735
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Speed Drying!
This is not neccessary but, I hate waiting so I use a heatgun to speed up the dry time. Another reason for FLAT Black... it dries FAST!
Date: 05/16/2006
Views: 9697
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