Alexis,
I've been using the SMT Plus landpattern "approach" for about 4 years
now, with EXTREMELY good success. But, I haven't used their library
product. I have evaluated the library, and it's a toss up if you want to buy
it and modify it to "your standards" or just modify your library to their
patterns. I didn't really like the "sample" library I saw, because it's TOO
basic (needs personal attention to details, i.e. silkscreen, assembly
drafting techniques, package boundry), BUT I personally love the idea of
having library support 24 hours! They have turned many landpatterns for
me within 4 hours!
I also don't like their on-line landpattern catalog, WITHOUT THE hardcopy.
I have used the hardcopy since it's existance, and I just have to pull it off
the shelf and show it to anyone questioning the pattern, rather than
searching the on-line catalog (personal preference only.).
But you can't go wrong! Seems a little pricey maybe, but then how much
do you spend to turn a board with a bad landpattern? It costs you a heck
of alot more! ;)
If you want a good, detailed, up-to-date library system it's a great place
to start.
Get my 4 STAR vote.
Mitch Morey
Sr PCB Designer (14+ years)
NSI Communication (was ComStream)
San Diego CA
(619)657-5338
also, Education Committee leader
IPC Designer Council, San Diego Chapter
>>> Alexis Meehan <[log in to unmask]> 05/04/98 02:40pm
>>>
Awhile back, somebody mentioned that they used the land pattern
libraries developed and sold by SMT Plus. Who all is using them and what
is your experience with them?
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