Hi, Technetters,
Regarding the forming and cutting of component leads especially for components
having dies inside component body such as T0220, TO247 and etc. Does anyone know
of any criteria for the forming process to protect the inside dies from being
stressed? One important criterium is the force required to clamp the lead at
location between body and point of cutting, but are there any standard regarding
how large the force is required? Besides, how is the clamping done? Because the
leads may not be in the same horizontal plane! How do component manufacturers
form the leads of D2pak which is the surface mount form of TO220? Highly
appreciate any response.

Regards,
KenF, Aug 21,00

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