Legacy: PCB Making

RifRaf’s homebrew PCB process was born from necessity and shaped by ingenuity. Using toner transfer techniques, custom etching tanks, and precision drilling jigs, he created elegant boards in his home lab. With software like Eagle and clever use of reflow ovens (yes, even toaster ovens!), these PCBs powered a generation of projects — from TipToes to robotic arms.

Toner Transfer 🖨️ Toner Transfer
Print, press, and transfer — turning toner into precise circuit masks.

Etching Tank 🧪 Etching Tank
Controlled etching using bubbled ferric chloride or cupric chloride.

Drill Setup 🛠️ Drilling Techniques
From dental bits to custom jigs — clean, precise through-holes.

Toaster Reflow 🔥 Reflow Soldering
Reflowing SMD parts using a temperature-profiled toaster oven.

Eagle PCB 🧩 Eagle PCB Designs
Schematic to board — refining your custom circuits in Eagle.