11.1.2 Aperture Size and Shape for Terminal Pad

  • Aspect ratio (width/thickness) is more than 1.5
  • Aperture shape
    • The stencil aperture is designed to match the pad size on the PCB
    • Oval-shaped opening is used to get the optimum paste release
    • Rounded corners to minimize clogging
    • Positive taper walls (5° tapering) with the bottom opening larger than the top opening