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9 Cost Drivers for Rigid Circuit Boards

Cost control steps should be taken in the early PCB production stages, including the actual circuit development stage. Be aware of the process steps and cost drivers for rigid circuit boards because each process consumes additional cost in terms of process time, materials used, energy, and waste treatment.

PCB Assembly

What Is the Difference Between Microstrip and Stripline in PCBs?

PCBs typically use two types of transmission lines: microstrips and striplines. Each of the transmission lines consists of ... more »

Controlled Impedance

Why We Perform PCB Ionic Contamination Analysis

What can be more problematic than seeing your expensive PCB not performing as intended? What would you do ... more »

PCB Assembly

9 Cost Drivers for Rigid Circuit Boards

Cost control steps should be taken in the early PCB production stages, including the actual circuit development stage. ... more »

PCB Assembly

What Is the Difference Between Microstrip and Stripline in PCBs?

PCBs typically use two types of transmission lines: microstrips and striplines. Each of the transmission lines consists of ... more »

Controlled Impedance

Why We Perform PCB Ionic Contamination Analysis

What can be more problematic than seeing your expensive PCB not performing as intended? What would you do ... more »

PCB Assembly

Controlled Impedance Routing Using Altium Designer

Controlled impedance is the characteristic impedance of a transmission line formed by PCB traces and its associated reference ... more »

Controlled Impedance

Why Use Thermal Pads in PCB Design and Manufacturing

With the advancement of technology and miniaturization of devices, the heat generated per unit area on a PCB ... more »

PCB Design

Network Theory for Better PCB Design and Development

The study of resolving issues with electrical circuits and networks is called network theory. Network theory concepts are ... more »

PCB Design

Laser Direct Imaging and its Advantages

When manufacturing a circuit board, one of the most critical aspects is printing and etching the layout on ... more »

PCB Manufacturing

What is a Prepreg in PCB Manufacturing?

As simple as it is, a prepreg is nothing but an insulation layer. Prepreg is a dielectric material ... more »

PCB Design

How to Control your Controlled Impedance

While manufacturing a PCB, controlled impedance can be achieved through specific dielectric thickness and by providing the target ... more »

Controlled Impedance

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