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A.alnakkas · 15th July 2012, 10:49 AM

hey guys,

So prior to doing my first etching job I was reading about the process and tried to do it the best I can. I used hot vinegar (almost to boiling but removed it before it boils) before I etched I cleaned the blade and rubbed it with some fine grit sandpaper (0000... or something :P) then I left the blade in the vinegar for about 30 mins and then I cleaned it with some clean cloth.

Anyways, here is the result; please advice if I can improve it, as its very low contrast atm. Or maybe thats how it is?

15th July 2012, 10:49 AM	#1
A.alnakkas Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kuwait Posts: 1,340	Advice Please (first etching job) hey guys, So prior to doing my first etching job I was reading about the process and tried to do it the best I can. I used hot vinegar (almost to boiling but removed it before it boils) before I etched I cleaned the blade and rubbed it with some fine grit sandpaper (0000... or something :P) then I left the blade in the vinegar for about 30 mins and then I cleaned it with some clean cloth. Anyways, here is the result; please advice if I can improve it, as its very low contrast atm. Or maybe thats how it is? Attached Images