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1Step 1: Prepare transparent top layer
ITO glass is the best solution for top plate. I use glass 50x50mm or 100x100mm with conductive layer 10-20 Om resistance
Кinse the glass thoroughly
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2Step 2: Prepare back conductive layer
PCB with proper etched image - is the best solution for back plate. Double-side is better, but single-side is also ok - but you need to apply mask when fill emitting layer.
Use immersion gold instead of lead or HASL - to avoid any interactions between EL powder and pcb coating
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3Step 3: Apply emitting layer
Mix the electroluminescence phosphor in epoxy resin in a ratio of 1.5: 1
You can use ZnS phosphor or Zn2[SiO4]
Epoxy resin must be two-component and has the dielectric constant from 7 to 10. Higher is better. two-component Polyurethane also show good results.
Apply thin layer of the mix to conductive glass. Good thickness is 50-70um
applied emitting layer under UV light
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4Step 4: Glue the packet
Mix the BaTiO in two-componentepoxy resin in a ratio of 1: 1 and glue the packet with this composition and apply some pressure
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5Step 5: Connect EL panel to AC power supply
New EL panel require 100-300V 400-1200Hz
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