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PCB Thermal Design

June 13, 2022

The majority of electronic devices emit considerable amounts of waste heat through the power components inside them. This heat build-up can cause severe damage to sensitive circuits such as microprocessors, RAM, and other essential parts. That’s why a PCB (printed

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What Is EMI Shielding and Why Is It Important for PCB Design?

June 13, 2022

In EMI shielding, critical circuits are covered using metal shields that protect from radiation and absorption of EMI. Discover why it is important for PCB design! In this article, we will discuss what is EMI, what causes it, why you

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Common IC Packaging Types for PCBs

April 11, 2022

If you’re building an integrated circuit for a PCB, you may wonder what kind of IC packaging is best for it. You can choose from a variety of types of IC packaging. They’re all different sizes and have different numbers

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PCB Design

April 8, 2022

From the PCB’s debut in the early 1900s to its modern-day development, a circuit board is relevant in virtually every life. From our phones to our tablets, it’s those tiny green boards that allow our electronics to function correctly. With

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PCB Colors: What’s Available and Why?

April 7, 2022

Green is the most common color for PCBs, but a growing number of manufacturers are offering alternatives. However, if you’re thinking about using an alternative to the standard green board, there are a few things you should know about PCB

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How to Create a BOM (Bill of Materials)

September 29, 2021

Businesses big and small rely on a bill of materials (BOM) to plan material purchases, estimate costs, control inventory, track and plan the raw materials needed, and reduce any waste.  But, what is a bill of materials, and how do

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What is a High TG PCB?

September 29, 2021

What Is a High TG PCB? A high TG (Glass Transition Temperature) PCB is a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) with TG equal to or greater than 170°C, which is the threshold for what is considered ‘high.’ Therefore, this is a

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Impedance Control on PCBs

September 29, 2021

Impedance controls for PCBs ensure the board can transmit signals with little to no loss. Because these boards work on alternating current, you need impedance parameters to construct the board and then test it for verification. While impedance is a

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Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout Principles

September 16, 2021

Projections indicate the global PCB market will experience an annual growth rate of 3.3% from 2021-26. As a result, it will grow from a valuation of $70.92 billion in 2020 to $86.17 billion in 2026. Undoubtedly, PCBs are vital components

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Altium Designer Step-by-Step PCB Design Tutorial

July 6, 2021

What Is Altium? Altium Designer takes PCB manufacturing to the next level. It is a PCB software used to streamline the design process and combine all the tasks needed to make a board in one advanced program. How Does Altium

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