Photo etching methods

[eckloss]

im going to assume that photo etching methods have changed a bit sincei last did it 6 or 7 years ago.

what methods and materials are you all using now?

[raalst]

maybe check out a few

maybe check out a few static modelling sites, like http://www.modelshipwrights.com how those people make their own PE.
PE is much more common in 1/350 scale shipbuilding and suchlike.
I have no own experience with PE.

for etching tools you also might want to check out the electronics
DIY sites and shops. But I'm sure you knew that already.

[JWLaRue]

...an even better answer:

http://www.starshipmodeler.com/tech/fh_pe.htm

-Jeff

...an even better answer:

http://www.starshipmodeler.com/tech/fh_pe.htm

-Jeff

[ricknelson]

Micro-Marc offers a PE kit.

Micro-Marc offers a PE kit. I purchased it some time ago but have not tried it out yet.

[manowar]

That micro-mark set is a

That micro-mark set is a good way to learn, but if you are wanting to do a sheet of any size, that kit will limit you. Try something from Mg chemical. I don't think you end up paying anymore in the long run either. They post a pdf app guide on there too. A very easy process once you get the hang of it.

http://www.mgchemicals.com/products/prototype.html

Hope this helps,
Joel

[ricknelson]

Thanks Joel for the recommendation.

Thanks Joel for the recommendation. When I get involved in the PE effort again I'll take your advise.