> Nice discussion! I'm currently designing boards with a 10 mil grid (10 mil > trace width, 10 mil space). When I come up to a footprint, I hit a key > that snaps the trace over to the pad (using a 45 degree trace, then back > to horizontal or vertical). The grid makes it easy for me to maintain > clearances. So... if I do my next board in mm, what is the suggested grid, > trace width, and spacing? I just may give it a try! I'm doing everything here on 8/8. Works out nicely if your board house supports it. -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist