Way back in 2011 I used CUPro conductive paint to test different application methods for circuit boards and LEDs. Thanks to my impeccable filing system I just found the sample papers and the paint.     GOOD NEWS – the paint is still is working as a conductive trace! In fact even after three years the resistance remains the […]

  CuPro conductive paint from LessEMF in Albany, New York is used to paint a surface mount LED circuit.    

  Copper foil tape!  For your prototyping and paper computing needs. Fold the tape for the best results.   If the tape is cut and then stuck together the continuity is impeded by the adhesive backing.   Instead fold the tape to maintain the highest continuity (least resistance).   Plan your circuit so that you can best avoid cutting the […]

  I have a collection of conductive paint that is sitting on my workbench waiting for a paper computing project to begin!   Circuit Scribe pen from ElectronInks that I purchased at Maker Faire NYC September 2014.       Also on my workbench is Bare Conductive Paint and CUPro from LessEMF.     Time to get to work!  

  Finding the right method for applying conductive paint to paper and fabrics is tricky business. The following tools are some of my favorite applicators for using CUPro conductive paint from LessEMF.   Stampendous Needle Nose Tip Bottles are about 50 cents USD and come in a variety of sizes and applicator tips.     The Find website is generally […]

  The winter sunshine illuminates my current paper computing projects.    

  I use 3V coin cell batteries in many of my eTextile and paper computing projects. They’re small, easy to use, and effectively power multiple LEDs. In general the negative terminal is the underside, unmarked, and has a dotted textured surface. While the positive side will be marked with a + symbol. These CR2032, as with the design of most […]

  You’ve purchased a quart of conductive paint, pried the can open, and now you’re wondering how to use it? Not to worry! All you need is a piston syringe to transfer the paint from the can to a squeeze bottle of your choosing.   I found these 60 cc syringes on Amazon.   The least expensive option is a […]

  CONDUCTIVE PAINT for sale! ***** UPDATE 10AM SOLD ******** CUPro from LessEMF. Extra bottles from my 5 June workshop. 2 oz bottles. Use before 2015. $20 + shipping. Perfect for summer time paper computing craft projects! email info @ etextilelounge.com for details   Draw electronic circuits.  

Pretty pretty paint!     A challenge to remove the safety clips…   I was skeptical of the plastic tub, but it worked out just fine.   Once I arrived at Arrowmont I transferred the paint to 1 oz squeeze bottles that the participants could use for paper computing.