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Subject: Re: Where can I find SMD pad layout info?

From: "Dave Mucha" <dave_mucha@...>
Date: 2004-01-25

--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "jocjo_john" <jocjo_john@y...>
wrote:
> Does anybody know where I can get information for the various
> dimensions of the pads for SSOP devices? I want to create the
> components in my CAD program but I don't know the recommended pad
> sizes. The one I'm working on now is a 20-pin SSOP.
>
> Thanks.
>
> John

I typically go to Digi-key, find the device in question and check the
data sheet that is offered.

Then I print out the parts of the data sheet I need to reference all
the time, and save the PDF in the even I need to reference that also.

Dave