unreadable HP cartridges

[Dwight K. Elvey]

>From: ard at p850ug1.demon.co.uk
>
>> Ok, use a magnetic fingerprinting powder on it ;) Actually, I've heard (and 
>> seen) there IS a liquid solution that will let you visibly see the dots on 
>> mag tape.
>
>There is. It generally goes under the name of 'Magnasee' and is a 
>colloidal suspension of iron oxide in some suitable volatile liquid. I 
>have no idea where you get it nowadays, though.
>
>-tony
>
>

Hi
 Would the stuff used for magnaflex work. This is available
through most machine shop supply houses.
 Another thought would be to stablize the media with something
like art spray ( acrylic ). A vary thin coat should only
reduce the highs a little but should stablize the coating.
 I'd try it on a spare tape first.
Dwight