A-R13
Contact pads — Reference record
Pad shape, material and replaceability affect the interface description. Record where the part touches rather than relying on a catalogue image.
| Reference record | Working notes |
|---|---|
| Overview | Contact pads |
| Practical example | Distinguish a flat, curved, annular or replaceable contact in the component record. |
| Limits and interpretation | Material compatibility requires knowledge of the actual part surface and conditions. |
| Document control | Reference edition 2026.11 |
Measurements and examples are descriptive, not acceptance criteria.