manufacturing.dfm-silkscreen-over-pad

What It Checks

Flags boards with a high density of SMD components as a reminder to verify that silkscreen markings do not overlap solder pads.

When It Fires

Fires once per board when the SMD component count reaches the configured density threshold, as a reminder to enable KiCad DRC silkscreen clearance for production.

Configuration Example

version: 1
rules:
  manufacturing.dfm-silkscreen-over-pad:
    enabled: true
    severity: info

JSON Finding Details Shape

{ smdCount, minimumSmdCount }

Report Context

Use this finding to decide whether the design package is ready for review, fabrication, or release. BoardReadyOps reports the condition and leaves design edits to the owning workflow.