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May 7, 2007 - Updated
July 4, 2007 - Originally Posted

Soldering wire on through-hole pad



Is there an IPC standard or other suggestion for soldering 18 gage wire "ON TOP" of a through-hole pad?

K.Z

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Not sure if I wouild call it a standard, I think it may be more of a guideline. See some info at: http://www.circuitrework.com/guides/6-1.shtml

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