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The key to successful manufacturing of printed circuit board designs is consistency. This can be achieved by ensuring that all the guidelines related to edge and array processing are met. PCB technician trainees and designers are required to know these guidelines, as well as panelization methods. In this post, we shall focus on panelization, its
High Density Interconnectors (abbreviated as HDI) is the new age PCB with a higher wiring density than standard PCBs. These boards are characterized by buried/blind vias and microvias .006 diameter, high performance thin materials, and fine lines. Today, these HDI PCBs are used in various industrial applications that demand perfect circuit board operation. This post
The continual design and manufacturing of complex, solution driven devices for many industrial applications has increased the importance of rigid-flex Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). As the demands for improved electronics has increased, so has the demand for improved PCB performance. They need to be designed with multiple layers to work with complex electronic equipment, be
When partnering with printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers you tend to focus on the latest equipment for PCB assembly showcased by them. However, as a buyer, one should also check the other less exciting aspects of their manufacturing facility. It is important to educate yourself to see if the unnoticeable areas are keeping pace with
Flexible printed circuit board is a kind of PCB designed to suit the needs of flexible electronic circuits. Flexible printed circuits were initially designed as an alternative to traditional wire harnesses. From their first application during the Second World War to the present, flex circuit boards have improved exponentially. A flexible printed circuit is produced
The testing processes for rigid flex circuit boards can be extremely challenging. This is because these circuits are designed as extremely thin, and with complicated geometries. So it is not surprising that certain hurdles can be faced during the testing processes. To thoroughly test the circuit board, many PCB manufacturers choose the Flying Probe test.
The PCB lamination process begins with the selection of suitable materials. Choosing the right laminate is crucial as it determines stability, lower loss, and optimum performance of the final assembly. Several laminate options are available to support the assembly of printed circuit boards. This blog familiarizes you with the four commonly used PCB laminate materials.
A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is a structure used to connect and support electronic components. PCBs have conductive pathways through which different components are connected across the board. These pathways are etched from copper sheets. To ensure that the copper layer does not conduct a signal or current, it is laminated into a substrate. Types
In PCB manufacturing sectors, ‘RoHS Compliant’ is a regularly used term. You might have often heard PCB and other electronic products manufacturers claiming that their products are RoHS compliant. Most of the customers just know that RoHS compliant PCB boards add value to their applications, but they are unaware of the exact meaning and the
How to reduce the manufacturing cost of PCBs? If you are new to the PCB industry, you will definitely have this question in mind. Well, there are ways to reduce the PCB manufacturing cost substantially! Would you like to know how? Read on. Low Cost PCB Manufacturing You can’t afford spending more on PCBs? Consider
Gone are the days of offshore PCB manufacturing, which claimed to offer high quality and quick turn PCB production with the help of new technology at low cost. Now, the ongoing trend is domestic PCB manufacturing, which challenges the decade old practice of sending major manufacturing works offshore. Several risks are associated with offshore PCB
Merry Christmas Rigiflex Customers! It is that time of year again when the sleigh bells ring, snowmen are built, and joy and cheer is all around. It has been a wonderful year for us at Rigiflex. And we owe a huge part of our success to our customers. Thanks to Rigiflex Patrons We thank our
PCB prototyping is an essential part of the flexible printed circuit board production process. It can be done for two production processes – domestic and offshore. Designing the PCB for a single production process is relatively simple. However, with globalization and company diversification, products can also be manufactured by an offshore supplier. So, what happens
A base material has several crucial roles to perform in a flex circuit board. The material is responsible to electrically insulate conductive circuit tracks from one another. It also provides the circuit with flexing strength and durability. When it comes to manufacturing flex circuit boards, there are several base material options available. However, choosing the
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) form the foundation of modern automotive electronic circuit. They are inevitable for making reliable interconnections. They support the assembly of electronic ignition systems, transmission control units, electronic lamp driving, navigation systems, and many others in a vehicle. When manufacturing and assembling PCBs for automotive electronics, there are several factors to be
Several material options are available to customize 12 layer PCB boards. These include, different kinds of conductive materials, adhesives, coating materials, among others. When stipulating material specifications for 12 layer PCBs, you may find your manufacturers using numerous technical terms. You must be in a position to understand commonly used terms to smoothen the communication
The Institute of Printed Circuit Boards (IPC), has proposed certain recommendations and guidelines to design, manufacture, and inspect Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). IPC certification is only awarded to PCBs, which comply with IPC safety standards. PCBs with the certification offer a guarantee of outstanding quality, unfailing performance under stressful environments, and long lasting service life.
Over the years, there have been drastic changes in the design and manufacture of consumer products and home appliances. Today’s consumer products are characterized by complicated electronics, which in turn call for intricately designed PCBs. To meet the growing demands of PCBs, today’s manufacturers maintain a rich inventory of ready-to-order PCBs. Also, they offer the
Today, the electronics industry is bending and breaking all rules in terms of product innovation, design, and implementation. Yet, one can’t deny the fact that a hardware design can only be realized if it can be implemented on a circuit board. And, that is where a PCB designer comes into the picture. It’s the sole
Military and aerospace PCBs are often subjected to hostile environmental conditions, including elevated/fluctuating temperatures, extreme humidity, and moisture, among others. Moreover, they are frequently exposed to harsh chemicals, hydrocarbon solutions, dust, and other contaminants. Only the PCBs assembled with the best quality materials built by utilizing the right manufacturing methods will survive adverse conditions in
In the previous post, we covered the common solder-related problems that could occur during PCB assembly. As a consumer, you should be aware of these problems. This will be especially helpful when working with complex designs like 8 layer rigid polyimide PCBs. With this information on hand, you can check if the manufacturer has managed
Designing a 10 layer flex circuit board is no mean feat. It requires technical prowess and expertise beyond the grasp of the average Joe. Flexible PCBs have found worldwide acceptance across several industries, domains, and applications due to their functional versatility. However, when assembling PCBs, several issues related to design could occur. These should be
The electronic adhesive industry is growing day by day at a faster rate. It has been noted that, continual growth of the PCB industry contributes largely to the developments in the electronic adhesive industry. This is because, production of small to large PCB boards requires electronic adhesives of several kinds to bond different components reliably.
Printed circuit board recycling has become an important area within the PCB industry in the last few years. The reason for this is simple – printed circuit board are considered as hazardous waste, as they are manufactured with harsh chemicals and various materials that can harm the environment. Rather than adding to electronic waste, many
Bookbinding construction of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) is used to accommodate a higher count of boards. PCBs featuring bookbinding construction are used when the boards need to negotiate a tight bend. For example, a 12 Layer Flex with bookbinding will be able to meet tighter tolerances with regard to the bend radius when compared to