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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Question: using surface mount resistors/caps ?

From: "Leon Heller" <leon.heller@...>
Date: 2006-01-31

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From: "derekhawkins" <eldata@...>
To: <Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2006 4:20 PM
Subject: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: Question: using surface mount resistors/caps ?


>> You could also use paste and reflow if appearance is an issue, it
>> self-centers exactly due to surface tension and looks perfect.
>
> No kidding! How many of us are reflowing on boards without solder
> masks?

Everyone making their own PCBs, probably. I don't think that anyone has got
a solder-mask technique for homebrew boards.

Leon

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