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| john_oakley |
Posted - 30 Jan 2018 : 00:54:01
I am working on a pcb which requires it to be snapped in 2 after manufacture. I just wondered if anyone has done this. I've put some rectangular slots using shapes across the break point leaving about 1 mm at each end as a snap point and the slots be routed out. I've also seen this done using a series of small holes to weaken the joint and cause it to break easy.
Apart from the method I've adopted, is there a function or another way to achieve this in version 10 or higher?. Any other ideas would be appreciated.
Many thanks
John |
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| ianafh |
Posted - 09 Aug 2019 : 09:02:27
Two possible methods for you,
V-score or mouse bites.
Search for 'pcb panelization mouse bites'
Ian. |
| nigelwright7557 |
Posted - 09 Aug 2019 : 08:58:02
If the pcb has an outline the manufacturer will cut the pcb's for you to size anyway..
If your making home made pcb's then leave room to saw the pcb's up.
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| edrees |
Posted - 30 Jan 2018 : 08:36:18
Simplest way would be to add a dotted silk screen line on top of your split line and ask your pcb manufacturer to "Vee-Score" the pcb along the dotted line. Vee-Scoring is cheaper than routing out slots etc.
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