Dwayne Reid wrote:
> But you have to realize that is a RECENT trend - starting
> with, I think, modern PC computers and their peripherals.
> The trend away from single-sided boards will continue just
> because modern technology demands more density.
>
> But that trend is NOT caused by anything related to the
> statement that you made: "Yes, you are missing that you
> are not allowed to solder perpendicular surfaces."
>
> It is that statement that I take exception to and it is that
> claim that I'd like to you provide links to standards that
> specifically make that statement.

I agree with you about the trend. But my statement was about
particular company's particular product. Basically it means that for
the particular dev tools product in small quantities most probably it
would be better off using double sided boards if we target reliability
too.

And if for some reason one sided PCBs are to be used, then it would
make sense spending a few extra cents per device to try making Chinese
folks bend the leads if permitted. Bent leads solder joint are more
reliable from my experience as I said "Don't trust a pretty cone" (a
joke). No need to 100% comply with NASA standards, but why not doing
it to some reasonable extent?

Best Regards.
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