Hello, TechNet! I have a situation where our customer is being asked for "ruggedized" product. The product category is generally Type 3 and 4 PWB's, with Class 2 expectations, fine pitch components both sides, (of course) moderate high-speed rules. Product is built in ~100 piece lots. Is there a general scheme of "ruggedizing" the PWA, or does this simply imply an upgrade to Class 3 standards? I'm not sure density will allow a full Class 3 implementation. Is there anything non-subjective about "ruggedizing"? I've not seen it mentioned anywhere. Would selective upgrades to Class 3 qualify as "ruggedized"? Which areas? Of course, I have no specific performance requirements, just the word "ruggedized". From the nature of the product, I would guess there could be application for mobile equipment. Can any "rugged" folks out help an old soft-in-the-head design guy? Thanks alot, and best regards, Jeff Seeger Applied CAD Knowledge Inc Chief Technical Officer Tyngsboro, MA 01879 [log in to unmask] 508 649 9800 *************************************************************************** * TechNet mail list is provided as a service by IPC using SmartList v3.05 * *************************************************************************** * To unsubscribe from this list at any time, send a message to: * * [log in to unmask] with <subject: unsubscribe> and no text. * ***************************************************************************