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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Help?? CNC PCB Drilling Machine

on 2003-08-07 10:43:13 UTC
Hi Dave,

Fred at http://www.imsrv.com/ has DeskPCB, which I use. DeskCNC can
also generate isolation tool paths from Gerber files.

Instead of moving a V tip cutter, you'd move the electrode.

Eagle http://www.cadsoftusa.com/ has programs for designing PCBs, and
the entry level is FREE.

Alan KM6VV

turbulatordude wrote:
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Alan Marconett KM6VV
> <KM6VV@a...> wrote:
> > Hi Jon, List,
> >
> > A neat idea, but I'm wondering about the "carbon tracks" which usually
> > accompany arcs on PCBs. This could render a board useless.
> > Might be a little to keep the board "grounded" as traces are isolated.
> > Anyone ready to try it? I'd like to hear the results!
> >
> > Alan KM6VV
>
> I would worry about the etching being complete near the electrical
> path but not as complete on the side of the etch that is near the
> isolated pads.
>
> Makes me wonder if there is a conductive coating that would act as a
> resist also.
>
> that way, one could etch with EDM, then polish with ferric chloride
> to scrub any thing sections.
>
> seems like a great idea !
>
> any idea what software can be used to program tool paths etching
> isolated sections first ?
>
> Dave
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