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From: Don Y <blockedofcourse@foo.invalid>
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Subject: Small batch SMT tools?
Date: Sat, 24 Aug 2024 02:00:17 -0700
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I've a colleague who has offered to "build" the first batch of
boards for my alpha site -- about 1000 pieces (though small;
about 3 sq in each; 25 different designs).

I feel like I'd be pushing my luck to ask him to also build the
prototypes -- about 50 total pieces.

I have an opportunity to rescue some kit, this weekend (PnP,
stenciler, hotplate, another Leister, etc.) if I opt to do the
prototypes myself.

But, I suspect this will be more work than it is worth.  (I've never
assembled boards this small and densely packed).  And, is more "stuff"
to store, here.

[OTOH, if I have to do any rework...]

Perhaps I should "ask nicely" and promise him some baked goods or
ice cream as an incentive?  Pizzas for the folks on the 'line?