rigid flexrigids Rigid-flex circuits have revolutionized the way electronic systems are designed and deployed, finding widespread application across a diverse range of industries. Their unique combination of flexibility, reliability, and space-saving design makes them indispensable in numerous sectors where traditional rigid circuit boards fall short. In the aerospace and defense industry, flexrigid circuits are prized…
Commonly Used in the Construction of PCB SMT The most important material of a PCB is the substrate. This is a dielectric composite with a resin matrix and a reinforcement (usually a woven, nonwoven or mat of glass fibers, cotton paper or phenolic). The most common substrate materials are FR-4, FR-2, FR-5, GF-3, TG-610 and…
Role in Surface Mount PCB Just like city planners carefully design roads and lanes to make cities more user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing, engineers and designers use solder mask to plan and protect the pathways of copper traces on surface mount pcb. They do this to prevent unintended electrical connections (short circuits) between adjacent traces and…
typical lead times for manufacturing print pcb board Lead times for manufacturing printed circuit boards (PCBs) can vary depending on factors such as complexity, quantity, and production capabilities of the manufacturer. Understanding typical lead times is crucial for project planning, production scheduling, and meeting customer deadlines in the electronics industry. For standard print pcb board…
Flex PCB Withstand Harsh Environments The flex pcb is a type of printed circuit board (PCB) that can be bent, twisted, folded, or wound into different shapes. This allows them to fit into tight spaces where traditional PCBs cannot, making them ideal for many applications with mechanical constraints. They also offer enhanced reliability, due to…
Signal Integrity on PCB Assembly Performance Signal integrity is a matter of making sure that a digital signal arrives at its destination without being degraded along the way. Whether it’s transferred down wires or across a pcb assy, signal transmission can be affected by noise, interference and other phenomena that reduce its quality. PCB design…
Ensure EMC in PCB Design The term pcba refers to a printed circuit board assembly that consists of all the components required for the proper operation of a device. Having an EMC-friendly PCB assembly can help your company stay on top of your competitors and avoid potential product failure. It can also help you meet…
How Does a Circuit Board Differ Circuit boards, also known as printed circuit boards (PCBs), provide pathways for electrical signals to travel between different components in electronic devices. They are vital for ensuring that the connections between these components work properly. However, the exact functionality of a circuit board will depend on what type of…
Can I recharge my car’s AC system There’s not much worse than driving on a hot summer day with your air conditioning blowing warm air. If your AC system is low on refrigerant or has a leak, a full recharge and repair is in order. A full AC recharge includes evacuation of the old refrigerant,…
PCB Stiffeners Impact the Reliability of Through-Hole Components The rigidity of a circuit board plays an important role in its ability to withstand mechanical stresses. A stiffened board is able to avert damage or failure during installation, handling, and normal operation by reducing the impact of flexing and vibration. The most effective way to achieve…