Here's a bit of a different question concerning IPC-D-356 files , specifically , paragraph 7.9 soldermask field columns 73-74. This states a code be used to specify soldermask info. My problem is this , the codes provided can be interpreted in more than one fashion. For instsance code 0 means no soldermask...is that to say no soldermask on that particular feature , or no soldermask clearance? My understanding is that S3 means slodermask clearance on both sides of the board , however this could be interpreted either way leaving it up to individuals rather than relying on a standard. Could someone please give some insight on this matter? Just thought it was spelled out in too general of terms. Thanks in advance , Chris Reed ############################################################## IPC Designers Council Mail List provided as a free service by IPC using LISTSERV 1.8c ############################################################## To subscribe/unsubscribe, send a message to [log in to unmask] with following text in the body: To subscribe: SUBSCRIBE DESIGNERCOUNCIL <your full name> To unsubscribe: SIGNOFF DESIGNERCOUNCIL ############################################################## Please visit IPC web site (http://www.ipc.org/html/forum.htm) for additional information. For the technical support contact Dmitriy Sklyar at [log in to unmask] or 847-509-9700 ext.311 ##############################################################