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How Odd Is an Odd-Layered PCB?
Can I save money by purchasing printed circuit boards with an odd number of layers? This article provides an answer and goes deep to explain why choosing an odd-layered board is a bad move. In fact, investing in an odd-layered unit may actually raise the expense as...
The Most Common Types of PCB Interface
Ever find yourself juggling multiple PCB interfaces just to decide which one to incorporate into your circuit design? You’re not alone. A lot of PCB designers struggle to know which functionality would be best for the project at hand. This article covers the most...
Via-in-pad Technology – a Key to High Quality Printed Circuit Boards
VIP or Via-in-pad technology essentially refers to the process through which vias are fixed directly underneath component contact pads. In terms of PCB design, it refers to a plated hole that supports the linking of copper traces from one layer of the circuit board to...
Secrets of Designing a Cheaper PCB
Printed circuit boards are the lifeblood of all mechanical and electronic devices. As such, buyers are always looking for ways to purchase PCBs on the cheap. A key to getting their business? Design a cheap PCB so you can reduce the costs passed onto the customer....
Why Cheap PCB Imports Are Not Cheap at All
You know the old adage: “You get what you pay for.” You should heed that advice when it comes to PCBs. Cheap PCB sourcing may look attractive, but it’s likely to cost you more in the long run. Besides poor-quality standards, cheap printed circuit boards bring with...
Designing a PCB Layout for DC-DC Buck Converter
DC-DC buck converters help regulate DC output voltage so that it’s lower than the DC input voltage. Using these circuits is more power-efficient than using a linear regulator. Semiconductor manufacturers, therefore, are investing in innovative production processes...
7 Issues that Contribute to Gerber File Errors
Gerber files play a very important role in the manufacturing of printed circuit boards (PCBs). They are used during the design process to portray all the components of the PCB such as solder mask, copper layers, etc. These files are then used by the manufacturer to...
Choosing the Right Substrate Materials
Just like a home needs a strong foundation to withstand the test of time, a printed circuit board (PCB) requires a substrate to enhance the quality and durability of the board. Picking the right substrate materials, therefore, is the first step toward making a...
Finding a Good Electronic Manufacturing Services Provider for Your Project
Are you looking to outsource electronics manufacturing for the first time? If so, choosing an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) partner can be a stressful experience. One mistake, and you could put your company or startup on the verge of bankruptcy. To help you...
ROHS Compliance for PCBs
It’s no secret that humanity has slowly been killing the earth for centuries. However, we have seen the error of our ways and taken certain measures to minimize our toxic footprint. One thing that has been polluting our planet is the use of various materials in the...
What is The Future of Printed Circuit Boards?
The first printed circuit board was developed in the early 1900s, but it was a very simple creation. In essence, it was “printed wire” that created an electrical path directly on an insulated surface. The beautify of it, however, was that it could eliminate complex...
The Effects of Electrostatic Discharge on PCBs
We all know that printed circuit boards (PCBs) are probably the most crucial and intricate components in electronic hardware. These parts are very sensitive and can be easily damaged. One of the most common causes of PCB failure is electrostatic discharge (ESD). Even...