Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RRB-012 Oktapad® Stripboard Eurocard?
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The RRB-012 is a double-height (6U), double-sided Oktapad-format Eurocard (233.4 × 160 mm) featuring a unique stripboard layout for general-purpose prototyping with enhanced screening.
What makes the Oktapad® strip format unique?
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It uses an octagonal strip pattern combining universal stripboard holes with a ground plane, offering flexibility in routing and robust signal screening across the board.
How is grounding handled on this board?
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A colander-style ground plane covers the component side, maximizing screening while retaining the stripboard functionality for discrete wiring.
What connector and compatibility features are included?
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It includes DIN 41612 connector mounting holes (32/64/96-way) at one end, with DIN 41494 cardframe compatibility, and supports Roadrunner®, wire wrapping, or general discrete component wiring.
What are the board specifications and central gap?
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The board is FR4 epoxy-glass (1.6 mm thick) with 35 µm copper, a 2.54 × 2.54 mm hole matrix with 1.02 mm drills, and features a central 3.81 mm gap down the middle, all RoHS compliant.
