Hello Dave,

These resources should help:

1) IPC-SM-782A paragraph 3.6.4.5, 3.6.4.6, Figure 3-29, 3-31, 3-32
2) HADCO DFM Guide, contact Jim McFarlin, Northeast Sales,
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3) Panel Utilization Calculator at
http://www.automata.com/tools/panelize/panelize.htm

Seek the recommendations of your PWB Supplier also.  Their yield issues
are your cost issues.

John Balchunas

> Does anyone know of a specification which defines panelization and
> panel usage?  I seem to remember seeing an IPC spec which identified
> edge / center clearances, etc.
>
> Thanks,
> --
> DAVE SCHAEFER
> SENIOR PWB DESIGNER
> BROADBAND NETWORKS INC.
> 37 STEVENSON ROAD
> WINNIPEG, MB  R3H-0H9
>
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