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Trace Spacing: A Guide For PCB Design

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Trace Spacing: A Guide For PCB Design

When designing a printed circuit board (PCB), trace spacing, which refers to the distance between adjacent conductive traces, is a crucial consider...
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Q: What is a PCB Copper Pour Area

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Q: What is a PCB Copper Pour Area

A PCB copper pour area refers to a large, continuous copper region on a printed circuit board (PCB) that is not part of a specific trace or compone...
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Wireless Power Transmitter Reference Design

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Wireless Power Transmitter Reference Design

Creating a wireless power transmitter involves understanding the principles of electromagnetic induction or magnetic resonance to transfer power wi...
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Routing Rules of BGA package in PCB design

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Routing Rules of BGA package in PCB design

When routing a Ball Grid Array (BGA) package in PCB design, several important considerations should be kept in mind to ensure the integrity and fun...
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How to Use PCB Trace Calculator for Printed Circuit Boards

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How to Use PCB Trace Calculator for Printed Circuit Boards

When using a PCB trace calculator for printed circuit boards, follow these steps to determine the appropriate trace width for your design: Identif...
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Our Top 10 printed circuit design software programmes

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Our Top 10 printed circuit design software programmes

Absolutely, printed circuit design software is crucial for creating electronic circuits. Here's a list of the top 10 printed circuit design softwar...
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How Analog Isolation Affects PCB Design

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How Analog Isolation Affects PCB Design

Analog isolation in PCB design is a critical technique used to separate different sections of a board to prevent noise and interference from affect...
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Common PCB Design Mistakes and How to Fix Them

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Common PCB Design Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Incorrect Footprints Issue: Using incorrect component footprints can lead to misalignments and connectivity issues. Fix: Double-check componen...
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Dealing with Common PCBA Design Errors and How to Avoid Them

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Dealing with Common PCBA Design Errors and How to Avoid Them

When it comes to PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) design, avoiding errors is crucial to ensure the functionality and reliability of electronic...
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Best Ways to Use Skip Vias in an HDI PCB

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Best Ways to Use Skip Vias in an HDI PCB

High-Density Interconnect (HDI) PCBs are a pivotal technology in modern electronics, allowing for denser configurations and higher component counts...
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Running Design Rule Checks in KiCad

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Running Design Rule Checks in KiCad

Running Design Rule Checks (DRC) in KiCad is an essential step in the PCB design process. DRCs help ensure that your board layout meets specific ph...
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How to Upload KiCad Projects to FlashPCB

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How to Upload KiCad Projects to FlashPCB

As of my last update, FlashPCB doesn't have a direct upload feature specifically mentioned for KiCad projects on their platform, as FlashPCB is a h...
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