Simple technique
1 - remove the old meter scale from meter
2 - scan into your favorite image editor (photoshop et al)
3 - make appropriate color corrections (Auto Contrast, Auto Levels in
photoshop may also need 'Dust and Scratches' filter)
4 - create a TIFF file of meter scale making sure drawing is at 1:1 ration
5 - Bring to local drafting supply outlet and have them print it on
opaque film this is white and about .050 thick
you can also do this if you have a commercial grade printer. i.e,
DesignJet. Epson 2200 etc
6 - Carefully with a X-acto knife cut out meter face and drill screw
holes using old face as a guide
7 - Install on meter movement you now have a shiny new translucent meter
scale which is fade resistant
Jim Tonne wrote:
> Lou wrote in part:
>
>
>> I have not been able to replicate the meter scales at least so that the
>> light can shine through the meter scale.
>>
>
> and
>
>
>> Also if anyone knows how to replicate a
>> scale for such meter, I would be interested in discussing it with you.
>>
>
> Count me in on the scale upgrade information too! I have a Johnson
> Ranger meter I would dearly like to put a new (non-faded) retro scale
> on.
>
> - Jim WB6BLD
>
>
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