Hyperspace Part Packages

April 8, 2022 Hosted by Parker Dillmann, Stephen Kraig

Should we change the naming convention of component 'pin one' markings to component 'indicator marks'? Parker and Stephen discuss this week.

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  • RFID chips inside the label spool
  • What kind of RFID chip are they using that is this disposable?
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Component marking with the manufacturer in mind

  • Why put indicator marks?
  • Where?
  • Both inside the footprint and outside
  • Double and triple check that things are right on the design side
    • Diodes – Making Anode and also having the diode symbol on the board
  • Vias and marking
  • Numbers for marking?
  • TSSOP and similar style packaging
  • Own your design and be prepared to support it

Hosts: Parker Dillmann, Stephen Kraig

Special thanks to whixr over at Tymkrs for the intro and outro!