Wayne,

In a flex circuit, it is OK to cut metal.  It is not preferrable because of
the wear on the tool (blanking die), but it can be done.

If you have other questions regarding flex circuit design, feel free to
email me directly.

Dave Roesler
TRI-C Design, Inc.

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> From: Moltz, Wayne <[log in to unmask]>
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: [DC] Flex Boards
> Date: Thursday, January 08, 1998 2:06 PM
>
> Hi,
>
> I am working on a Flex Circuit. Is there a minimum board edge to metal
> clearance of flex. The engineer wants a part placed on the board leaving
> the pad exposed on the edge of the flex circuit. I said you cant do this,
> he says it OK. Is this legal?
>
> Wayne
>
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