shb7@netzero.net wrote: >Hi Dave, > >I haven't read the whole thread but I did something like this recently, except I was soldering from SMT pads to a PCB laid on top of them. I put "fingers" on the edge of the pcb. I used http://www.pcbfabexpress.com > >Sean > > > > > I understand what you are trying to do, but why not actually use a round thrupad as well as the flat surface? You will strengthen your connection about 500%. That's what I always do. --Bob -- Note: To protect our network, attachments must be sent to attach@engineer.cotse.net . 1-520-777-7606 USA/Canada http://beam.to/azengineer -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist