On 29-Jul-10 11:52, Peter wrote:
> <alan.b.pearce<at>  stfc.ac.uk>  writes:
>> Yes, it is known as JEDEC. The biggest problem is identifying the JEDEC
> ...
>
> If it would have been so simple I would have considered that. I am not lo=
oking
> for the package dimensions, but for the solder pad dimensions and shapes.=
 The
> latter are more a manufacturer recommendation than a JEDEC standard, or s=
o it
> seems.
>
> thanks,
>
> -- Peter

Peter,

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three types of pads: large (for hand soldering), medium and minimal.

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Djula
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