Ed,
     I agree, I don't think glamour is the motivating factor in driving
alternative finishes.  Technology drives it, continuous improvement drives it,
and what's wrong with a perfectly flat surface mount pad?  I happen to believe
that Silver won't be the answer. Of course my opinion may be biased.

Stephen M. Wentz
Florida CirTech Inc.
VM#(408)233-0443

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