How can I make PCB's lateral pads?

IgorTo · September 21, 2018, 4:27pm

Dear All,

I’m developing an SMD Module and I’m looking for lateral pads (like and SMD microprocessor)? I cannot find inside the libs nothing that can help me.

Any idea? Someone can help me?

Thx, Igor

bobc · September 21, 2018, 4:31pm

If you don’t find something in the libs, then draw your own footprint. It’s very easy.

IgorTo · September 21, 2018, 4:36pm

Ok, but it is not so easy to create pads like the ones used in the attached picture!

bobc · September 21, 2018, 4:39pm

Actually, it is very easy… (search for castellated pads).

You just place a through hole connector, then draw the pcb edge through the middle of the pads.

Rene_Poschl · September 21, 2018, 4:41pm

Maybe also worth noting: You might want to talk to your pcb manufacturer if they can create castelated pads.

IgorTo · September 21, 2018, 4:59pm

Thx to all, I’ll try this evening and also I’ll talk with PCB manufacturer.

system · December 20, 2018, 4:59pm

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