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A PCB is a printed circuit board that supports electronic parts and connects them through conductive tracks, pads, and other features. These features are etched onto copper sheets that are laminated onto a non-conductive, planar substrate (sometimes called a wafer)....

When most people think of batteries, they think of the little gadgets that power their electronics. An electric battery is defined as a device that has at least one electrochemical cell with external connections that power electrical devices such as cameras,...

If you are looking for PCB design software platforms, your first instinct may be to Google it. That will yield over 2 million search results, which will be just slightly overwhelming. We can help you narrow down your search with a short list of recommended PCB design...

A diode is one of the most widely-used semiconductors. Diodes keep currents flowing properly. You can think of diodes as one-way streets. They send current in one direction, known as the “forward direction.” If the current tries to come back in the reverse direction,...

If you deal with electronics, you know what it’s like to have technology flounder and fizzle. Perhaps your digital alarm clock malfunctions, causing you to oversleep and miss an important meeting. Maybe your computer crashes, taking with it valuable files that are...

Although the average American may know very little about printed circuit boards, they would find it hard to live without them. PCBs are the workhorses of modern-day electronics. They are found inside of computers, printers, microwave ovens, cell phones, digital...

Designing printed circuit boards is no easy process. You have to develop your performance specifications. Then, you must find suitable components (which can require a lot of research). After that, you will need to simulate your design. Finally, you can send your...

Printed circuit boards are generated using bulk soldering processes, such as wave soldering. Occasionally, though, hand soldering is needed. Hand soldering can be used on a PCB that failed inspection. It is also used to repair broken or malfunctioning PCBs. If you are...

So you want to assemble a printed circuit board? This is a fun pursuit—sometimes even an addictive one. Don’t get overwhelmed by all of the different parts, and don’t stress out if you don’t get the first one perfect. Simply take it one component at a time, and be...

Semiconductors are at the heart of the electronics industry. And while we hear the term “semiconductor” thrown around a lot, much of the population has no idea what it means. Here are some Q&As to help you understand more about semiconductors and their vital role in...

If you can’t decide whether to use solid or stranded cable for an upcoming job, you’re in good company. Though it might seem like a clear-cut decision, both types of cable offer advantages and disadvantages. Vetting the pros and cons to come up with the best solution...

Printed circuit boards are the backbone of the electronics industry. They support and connect electronic components that are soldered onto layers of copper sheets. The soldering will anchor them to the PCB while providing electronic connection. A PCB may have one or...