[sdiy] My frustration as a technician..

[John Speth]

> Rob, Dave, John, what do you guys say: does it really cost that much
more to
> put holes in your PCBs? Serious question.

Yes, it really does.  Every little thing contributes to cost.  Generally,
the smaller the better (lower product weight, less material, lower
shipping cost, etc).  Pennies count in a world where customers demand low
prices and capitalists demand high return on investment.

If the maker of a product could see a higher profit in making products
with thru hole, it'd be on the street in no time.  It'll probably never
happen though.

JJS