# Assembly challenges and solutions

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## [About the Assembly challenges and solutions category](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/about-the-assembly-challenges-and-solutions-category/40)

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**Author:** [@lucy.sierracircuits](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/u/lucy.sierracircuits)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2023, 10:40pm UTC](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/about-the-assembly-challenges-and-solutions-category/40 "2023-09-05T22:40:52Z")

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Welcome to the Assembly Challenges and Solutions category on SierraConnect! This space is dedicated to discussing the various obstacles you might encounter during the PCB assembly process and sharing innovative solutions…

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## [OPEN DISCUSSION: What are your favorite strategies for reducing PCB assembly costs?](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/open-discussion-what-are-your-favorite-strategies-for-reducing-pcb-assembly-costs/3112)

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**Author:** [@lucy.sierracircuits](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/u/lucy.sierracircuits)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 6:05pm UTC](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/open-discussion-what-are-your-favorite-strategies-for-reducing-pcb-assembly-costs/3112 "2025-04-22T18:05:08Z")

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From smart component selection to panelization tricks and DFA best practices, there are plenty of ways to cut costs without compromising quality. Let’s share ideas! What methods have worked best for you to keep assembl…

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## [Plated vs. Unplated Mounting Holes](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/plated-vs-unplated-mounting-holes/2667)

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**Author:** [@mark](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/u/mark)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2024, 3:15pm UTC](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/plated-vs-unplated-mounting-holes/2667 "2024-12-09T15:15:58Z")

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When designing PCBs with mounting holes for screws, there’s often debate about whether the holes should be plated or unplated. Plated holes are generally believed to offer better mechanical support for screws, reducing t…

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## [IGBT\_TO-247N Leg bending recommendation](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/igbt-to-247n-leg-bending-recommendation/708)

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**Author:** [@vigneshwaran.balu](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/u/vigneshwaran.balu)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 18, 2023, 6:42pm UTC](https://sierraconnect.protoexpress.com/t/igbt-to-247n-leg-bending-recommendation/708 "2023-12-18T18:42:01Z")

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One of my design we are using IGBT TO-247N ( PN: RGS80TSX2HR ) package with Horizontal mounting (leg bended with 90 degree ) wanted to know the typical leg bending radius recommendation and minimum and maximum pending a…