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glossary
Common terms used in the industry.
Chamfered Corner
Used for rapid orientation in fixture during processing.

Laser Marking

Used for part or surface identification.  This is typically alphanumeric characters, but can be barcode, etc.


Scribed Edge
Somewhat rough edge remaining after snapping. Normally 2-3 mils larger than initial dimension. Most cost effective sizing technique when tolerance permits.
Machined Cut-Out
Used in edge metalization, (slots), access ports or to conform to assembly layout.
Drilled Hole
Used to make front-to-back connections; (vias), mounting holes or access ports, (feed-thrus).
Scribe Line
A series of laser pulses (normally 4-6 mils apart) typically 35-50% of substrate thickness. Allows for multi-up arrays that are easily snapped into single devices after processing. Tolerance after snapping, +/- 3 mils typical.
Machine Alignment Flats

Used for precise location with 3-pin fixture. Flat edges provide repeatable positioning. Flats are 2-3 mils deep on parts lasered from larger blanks. They are 15 +/- 10 mils deep when lasered in as-fired edges.

Origin
The point of reference for all internal features. Normally a corner of the part or the alignment flat intersection when present.