We don't specify SM between pads on .020 pitch. Our assembly people have no significant problems with this design. [log in to unmask] ______________________________ Reply Separator _________________________________ Subject: Solder Mask on fine pitch SMT component Author: [log in to unmask] at _internetcc Date: 3/12/97 5:46 PM Hello I am facing a problem with fine pitch SMT component of 20mils. How can = the soldermask be applied in between the pads without covering them? My = supplier claims that their process capability is restricted. Another Question: Which PCB manufacturing house in Singapore can produce 6mils = trace/air-gap (for internal layers as well) specifications? Please Advice...Thanks *************************************************************************** * TechNet mail list is provided as a service by IPC using SmartList v3.05 * *************************************************************************** * To subscribe/unsubscribe send a message <to: [log in to unmask]> * * with <subject: subscribe/unsubscribe> and no text in the body. * *************************************************************************** * If you are having a problem with the IPC TechNet forum please contact * * Dmitriy Sklyar at 847-509-9700 ext. 311 or email at [log in to unmask] * *************************************************************************** *************************************************************************** * TechNet mail list is provided as a service by IPC using SmartList v3.05 * *************************************************************************** * To subscribe/unsubscribe send a message <to: [log in to unmask]> * * with <subject: subscribe/unsubscribe> and no text in the body. * *************************************************************************** * If you are having a problem with the IPC TechNet forum please contact * * Dmitriy Sklyar at 847-509-9700 ext. 311 or email at [log in to unmask] * ***************************************************************************