Re: TO-220 pinout standard?

mrdarrett@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 wrote:

> Is it standard that a TO-220 transistor package is, with the tab up,
> with the markings facing you, Base, Collector, Emitter?  (for example,
> on the TIP31A)

For pcb layout ? I like to make the central pin 0.1" ? Forward of the
other two. When unheatsunk it also gives greater mechanical stability.

It gives greater pad clearance too.

Graham