Computer controlled PCB etching and drilling system using an XYZ plotter
Date of Publication
1993
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering
Subject Categories
Engineering
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Electronics and Communications Engineering
Abstract/Summary
The general problem of using chemical etching when making printed circuit boards is that it usually entails the manual drawing of the circuit layout in the PCB which results to a varied and non-uniform sketch. In addition, safety precautions in handling the chemical must be observed all throughout the processes. If procedural errors arise, complications may result leading to numerous problems on the circuit and other components. In anticipation of the aforementioned problems, the group decided to come up with an alternative system that can automate the etching and drilling processes. A process that we refer to as dry etching is implemented by the system. This etching process involves the mechanical isolation of several circuit layouts from each other by using a drill bit to scrape off the boundaries of the layout. The etching and drilling processes is numerically controlled by a computer through an interface to the mechanical hardware, mainly composed of an X-Y plotter table and a Z-axis drill stand.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU06248
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
59 numb. leaves; computer print-out
Keywords
Computer graphics; Drilling and boring machinery -- Drawings; XY plotters; Interface circuits; Digital control systems; Electronic digital computers -- Programming
Recommended Citation
Choa, J., Foo, J. K., Restar, W., & Uy, E. (1993). Computer controlled PCB etching and drilling system using an XYZ plotter. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/6607
