Pad Type Differences Explained
what is the difference between smd, hold, std and conn in pad type
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Here’s what the Flux documentation says about Pad Type options:
"Pad Type
Modifies the type of pad to one of the following:
- SMD – a surface mount pad with no drill hole.
- HOLE – a drill hole with no copper.
- STD – a through-hole pad. (STD stands for "Standard".)
- CONN – a connector pad with no drill hole, often used at the edges of a board."
When to use HOLE
Choosing CONN vs SMD
STD pad design details
Library footprint consistency
Mixed pad types on part
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