gEDA-user: smd challenge parts

[Stuart Brorson]

> Got some pictures of the parts on their various footprints (board
> printed on paper)
>
>        http://www.delorie.com/pcb/smd-challenge/fp-pix/
>
> The question is: should I use the 'M' (max) footprints to make
> soldering easier, or the 'N' (normal) footprints to make it a more
> accurate challenge?

I'd use the 'N' footprints.  The pad area for a good solder foot is
large enough.  If you go with the 'M' footprints, you may find that
your parts tombstone too easily since the amount of solder on the pad
will be great.

OTOH, the 'L' footprints are definately too small.

Stuart