PYBD WBUS connector

The official PYBD running MicroPython, and its accessories.
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chuckbook
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Re: PYBD WBUS connector

Post by chuckbook » Sun Jun 28, 2020 2:32 pm

When using small mezzanine connectors it is good practice to route unused pins to dummy tracks with vias close to the unused pads.

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mathieu
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Re: PYBD WBUS connector

Post by mathieu » Sun Jul 12, 2020 10:04 am

chuckbook wrote:
Sun Jun 28, 2020 2:32 pm
When using small mezzanine connectors it is good practice to route unused pins to dummy tracks with vias close to the unused pads.
That sounds interesting, but could you explain why? Does this improve mechanical robustness? How?

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Re: PYBD WBUS connector

Post by chuckbook » Mon Jul 13, 2020 8:06 am

Any copper track to a solder pad simply increases adhesive power between copper layer and substrate. This is very important in case of poor soldering which usually happens during manual assembly.

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