What Is Line Efficiency? When it comes to printed circuit boards, line efficiency is the ratio of the number of hours a pick-and-place machine positions parts on the PCB divided by the quantity of hours the SMT assembly li Read More
PCB Layout Considerations Jump To: Basic PCB Design Steps Design Documentation PCB Layout and Design Considerations The Importance of Testing Solving PCB Layout Problems With CAD Choosing a PCB Supplier Designing the Read More
Guide to PCB CAF Issues Jump To: What is Conductive Anodic Filament Formation Historical Perspective of CAF How to Avoid CAF Failure Identifying CAF Conductive Anodic Filament-Resistance Test CAF-Resistant PCB Materials F Read More
PCB Hole Types Printed circuit boards have many different features, all of which affect the physical appearance and function of the board. Some of these features we think about more often, such as how many layers Read More
Vias on BGA Pads Have you been considering a PCB design with via-in-pad? Via-in-pad design is becoming increasingly popular, and if you’re not familiar with the idea of vias on BGA pads, it may be in your best in Read More
PCBs for Harsh Environments In today’s technology-focused world, printed circuit boards have many different applications. Depending on your industry, you may need printed circuit boards that can operate in harsh environment Read More
PCB Layout Software When it comes to PCB design software, there are a number of options to consider, and which software you choose will depend upon your specific printed circuit board design needs for your industry. H Read More
What Is Trace Impedance? In printed circuit boards, wires and traces are typically formed from copper because it is the least-resistant element apart from silver. Put an ohm meter over a trace and the DC resistance is almo Read More
PCB Material Selection Guide Jump to: Thermal Properties Electrical Properties Power and Heat Impact on PCB Material Selection Flex and Rigid-Flex Boards Buy PCBs From Millennium Circuits Limited With all PCB material Read More
