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hway23
Joined: Jul 23, 2008 Posts: 61 Location: ks
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Posted: Sun May 31, 2009 1:28 pm Post subject:
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Is there such a thing as a printable transparent sticker I could use for my FP's? I can't seem to find anything like this. |
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ericcoleridge
Joined: Jan 16, 2007 Posts: 889 Location: NYC
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Posted: Sun May 31, 2009 3:58 pm Post subject:
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hway23 wrote: | Is there such a thing as a printable transparent sticker I could use for my FP's? I can't seem to find anything like this. |
Some people just use transparency paper, print in reverse, and then use spray on adhesive to secure the paper print-side down onto one's panel.
There also is a product called lazer-tran, and a great description online of how to use it in respect to fp (try googling lazertran diy synth). It's basically a water-slide decal, which can also be placed print side down and more/less baked onto alluminum for a screen-print look. |
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andrewF
Joined: Dec 29, 2006 Posts: 1176 Location: australia
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Posted: Sun May 31, 2009 4:36 pm Post subject:
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try google
A4 inkjet clear
or whatever paper size and printer to suit
(assuming you are using an inkjet printer)
here's an example
http://www.papilio.com/hewlett%20packard%20clear%20adhesive%20poly%20film.html
Check out zthee's panels in the 2009 build thread for successful use of lazertran (never worked for me)
I have done a lot of panels with clear stick-on labels printed with an inkjet. It is easy to rub off the ink, or if it gets wet the ink will smear. So it is prudent to place a protective layer of clear contact over the top.
Some of my panels are
here and a short description of the process |
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hway23
Joined: Jul 23, 2008 Posts: 61 Location: ks
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Posted: Sun May 31, 2009 10:38 pm Post subject:
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andrewF wrote: | try google
A4 inkjet clear
or whatever paper size and printer to suit
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Ah HA! I knew it must exist.
I'm gonna buy a five pack off ebay.
Thanks! |
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Broadwave
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 347 Location: Manchester UK
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Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 1:51 am Post subject:
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I use self adhesive inkjet printable vinyl. Got a batch from ebay and works quite well.
Take a look at my bytes2bits link in my sig - used the vinyl on my Modessey modular. _________________ Kronos 2-88, Kronos 61, Studiologic Sledge V2/SL, Broadwave ARP 2600EX, Broadwave 18U ARP based Eurorack Modular, Broadwave Minimoog Clone, GEM S2 Turbo.
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creatorlars
Joined: Nov 26, 2007 Posts: 524 Location: Denton, TX
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Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 8:56 am Post subject:
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Quote: | I use self adhesive inkjet printable vinyl. Got a batch from ebay and works quite well. |
Very cool!! Can you comment on what brand/finish you used? Do you have any close-up pictures? |
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hway23
Joined: Jul 23, 2008 Posts: 61 Location: ks
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Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 11:19 am Post subject:
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AndyR1960 wrote: | I use self adhesive inkjet printable vinyl. Got a batch from ebay and works quite well.
Take a look at my bytes2bits link in my sig - used the vinyl on my Modessey modular. |
Very cool indeed! I like the 2600 influence.
Btw, does coloring the whole panel work out well? Or should I just leave it clear? |
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Broadwave
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 347 Location: Manchester UK
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Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 2:36 am Post subject:
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I have no idea what brand the vinyl is - just generic I suppose. Look up Vendettasupplies (ebay shop), that's what I use.
You need to print using a water based pigment - I use my trusty Epson D88 with DuraBrite ink. Set preferences as plain paper and normal (not high) photo output.
The vinyl is white, so you can print whatever colours you want - I've only found one problem, and that's air bubbles getting trapped when the label is applied.
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creatorlars
Joined: Nov 26, 2007 Posts: 524 Location: Denton, TX
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Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 9:38 am Post subject:
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I ordered ten sheets. Pretty cheap! I have several projects I want to finish and don't have time to silkscreen. Any tips on keeping the airbubbles out? |
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Skrog Productions
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synthmonger
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CJ Miller
Joined: Jan 07, 2007 Posts: 368 Location: 127.0.0.1
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Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 8:55 am Post subject:
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Anybody try Lazertran foil? It looks interesting. Problem is that it is featured on their web site, but it's not available from their store. It seems to be a Europe-only thing, for whatever reason. |
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oldmanfury
Joined: Oct 20, 2006 Posts: 57 Location: CA
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Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 11:20 am Post subject:
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hway23 wrote: | Is there such a thing as a printable transparent sticker I could use for my FP's? I can't seem to find anything like this. |
I blogged a summary of using a Brother P-Touch label maker for front-panels here.http://buzzville.typepad.com/oldmanfury/ |
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Feifer
Joined: May 16, 2012 Posts: 54 Location: San Diego
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corex
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isak
Joined: Dec 13, 2009 Posts: 847 Location: Israel
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Posted: Fri Sep 28, 2012 4:55 pm Post subject:
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sorry to bring up an old post, i was wandering about this matter and bought the waterslide decals, i found out by mistake a material called Lazertran?
what is the difference between the waterslide decals and the Lazertran?
if there are any..
i see here that you can put the Lazertran in the oven?
http://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/topic-20879-0-0.html
cheers _________________ http://www.myspace.com/mgmtrance |
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Broadwave
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 347 Location: Manchester UK
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Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2012 3:04 am Post subject:
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I've since stopped using the printable Vinyl... Over time, the black fades to a messy brown colour
I now do my panels by colour laser print then encapsulation - great results, tough finish and I can get prints up to A2... BIG panels _________________ Kronos 2-88, Kronos 61, Studiologic Sledge V2/SL, Broadwave ARP 2600EX, Broadwave 18U ARP based Eurorack Modular, Broadwave Minimoog Clone, GEM S2 Turbo.
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isak
Joined: Dec 13, 2009 Posts: 847 Location: Israel
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Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2012 3:33 am Post subject:
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Thank you for your reply.
May I ask on what matirial you print on? _________________ http://www.myspace.com/mgmtrance |
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DES
Joined: Feb 28, 2003 Posts: 794 Location: New Jersey
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Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2012 4:48 pm Post subject:
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What do mean/how do you do the encapsulation with the laser printed graphics? Sounds like it might be what 'm looking to do... _________________ Dave
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Broadwave
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 347 Location: Manchester UK
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Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2012 11:31 pm Post subject:
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I use Adobe Illustrator for the artwork, then take the file to my local copy shop where they print onto standard laser paper. They then encapsulate the paper (laminate it on both sides with plastic).
I then roughly cut around each printed panel, punch holes where required, then use double sided tape to fix the graphic to the pre-drilled alu panel and finally trim the graphic.
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isak
Joined: Dec 13, 2009 Posts: 847 Location: Israel
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 12:12 am Post subject:
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Thank you Andy.
The panels is looking great, the only problem I have with laminate that it's shiny. _________________ http://www.myspace.com/mgmtrance |
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Broadwave
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 1:08 am Post subject:
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You can get Matte lamination, but in my case the black didn't look as deep. The gloss finish isn't so bad _________________ Kronos 2-88, Kronos 61, Studiologic Sledge V2/SL, Broadwave ARP 2600EX, Broadwave 18U ARP based Eurorack Modular, Broadwave Minimoog Clone, GEM S2 Turbo.
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isak
Joined: Dec 13, 2009 Posts: 847 Location: Israel
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 2:41 am Post subject:
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Really!?!?!?
I thought it comes only as glossy
I will look for that for sure!
Hows the adobe illustrator? Is it easy (friendly) to work with?
Thank you Andy _________________ http://www.myspace.com/mgmtrance |
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DES
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 5:39 pm Post subject:
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Looks really nice Andy! Have you tried using the laminate 'clear' over the panel with just text and such? I have some textured aluminum that looks nice but I need to put text and such on it. _________________ Dave
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elmegil
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 8:11 pm Post subject:
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What do you use to punch holes that big? The hole punches I'm familiar with only do the size needed for ring binders.
That's a pretty nifty technique, I will have to try it. I have a cool-process laminator that doesn't get a lot of use.
Do you just use the single piece of double sided? I know that the pots and things will help hold the piece in place, but I'd worry about floppy edges.... |
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