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Re: test pattern

2004-03-27 by Dave Mucha

--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, Stefan Trethan 
<stefan_trethan@g...> wrote:
> 
> Hi all...
> 
> I wonder why there wasn't said more about a standardized test 
pattern
> to compare results..
> 
> I'm still interested in one, and i will make one but
> i have hoped there is some input on what is a good pattern....
> 
> 
> I've bought some inkjet paper yesterday, brand is "Rex".
> It is the kind with the glossy surface, the package says "ceramic 
coated" 
> but
> i really doubt that a bit.
> 
> I will try this one and compare to the matt paper.
> 
> For a test pattern i thought about making such a "star" where you 
start 
> with
> stripes/wedges which meet at one point.  i have see this on printer 
test 
> patterns.
> I guess you can make marks on the side, writing which width you are 
at 
> this radius.
> another thing will be a relatively big black area.
> 
> Any ideas very welcome!
> 
> ST



Test pattern ?

I have a simple 28 pin DIP and 28 pin SOIC with about 28 thru-holes 
that would be a good test.

Make sure the holes are plated thru and could you electro-plate the 
SOIC pad in gold ?

Send it to me and I'll review your test.  : )

Dave

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