Ferric Chloride supplier?

flatgrinder

flatgrinder

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I used to purchase Ferric Chloride from Radio Shack, but since they've discontinued it, does anyone know where I can get some?

Or if you can recommend an alternative, I'm open to suggestions.

P.S. It's for etching a hamon on 1095.

Thanks! :thumbup:
 
According to Radio Shack's website, there is a Fruitvale Station location that has it in stock. I used the zip code 94601 just to try to get close. Good luck!
-Mark
 
I just got a pint from RS three days ago. The store I got it from only orders 1 pint at a time and sells it as soon as they get it in. Try FRY electronics supply also.

Chuck
 
I still buy from RS. Every time I do, I buy them out so they have to reorder :D

-d
 
You can use FC powder (anhydrous). You can get 5 lbs of it on eBay right now for around $50 then just mix it yourself....
 
TekSec said:
You can use FC powder (anhydrous). You can get 5 lbs of it on eBay right now for around $50 then just mix it yourself....
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And if you usually make a mess with cocoa then be wary... acid powder in the eyes would be "spicy"
 
Thanks for all the replies! :thumbup:

I actually couldn't wait ... I had to see what the temper line looked like, so I used distilled white vinegar. Left it in there for the afternoon, came back and it actually looks pretty decent. :)

P.S. Vinegar also works well for removing scale! :D
 
Last time I looked, Sheffield Knifemakers Supply carried it
 
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