Peter:

Personally, I like .090", but typically I have to hold between .040 and
.060. In my mind, I think you would like to install parts with the correct
lead length prior to wavesoldering. Avoid having to trim after soldering is
always a good idea.

Bill Kasprzak
Moog Inc., Electronic Assembly Engineering


> -----Original Message-----
> From: PL [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Thursday, July 12, 2001 2:26 AM
> To:   [log in to unmask]
> Subject:      [TN] Lead protrusion
>
> Hello,
>
> Does anyone know what is the standard used for prepping
> the leads for through-hole boards?
>
> What are the critical parameters one should consider
> when determining the amount of trimming on the leads?
>
> Rgds,
> Peter
>
>
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