Lisa's Column

How is PCB Manufacturing Quality Verified?

by Sales pcb hero October 11, 2023

PCB Manufacturing Test The quality of printed circuit boards and components are major determinants in the process yield of printed circuit board...

Posted in PCB fabrication, pcb testing

Summary of six reasons why PCB pads are not easy to tin

by Sales pcb hero September 09, 2023

We all know that the PCB pads are not easy to be tinned, which will affect the placement of components, which indirectly leads to the failure of su...

Posted in #PCBA, PCB fabrication, PCB manufacturing

Why is the test effect not good after adding a shield?

by Sales pcb hero August 25, 2023

Questions to discuss: I added a shield when designing, and the result is that the effect of not adding a shield is better than that of adding a sh...

Posted in PCB design, PCB fabrication, pcb testing

When Should You Consider PCB Panelization?

by Sales pcb hero July 20, 2023

PCB Trace Technologies Inc. recommends designing boards with panelization in mind, as panelization offers significant advantages in efficiency for ...

Posted in PCB fabrication, PCB manufacturing

Why does the PCB board snake-shaped routing and what is it used for?

by Sales pcb hero June 20, 2023

Why does the PCB board snake-shaped routing and what is it used for? Printed circuit boards {Printed circuit boards}, also known as printed circu...

Posted in HDI PCB, high speed pcb, High-frequency PCBs, PCB design, PCB fabrication

Relationship between Copper Weight, Trace Width and Current Carrying Capacity

by Sales pcb hero June 12, 2023

Theoretically, PCB (Printed Circuit Board) current carrying capacity is determined by cross-sectional area of trace and temperature rise. Furtherm...

Posted in PCB fabrication, PCB Layer stack-up, PCB manufacturing

Announcing a Tip to Reduce Cost and Increase Reliability of Your PCBs

by Sales pcb hero May 04, 2023

It’s been concluded that 70% of manufacturing cost is determined by design issues and manufacturing including overhead, material and labor cost onl...

Posted in Flexible PCB, PCB fabrication, PCB manufacturing

Which Surface Finish is Right for Your PCBs When Lead-Free Requirement Weighs?

by Sales pcb hero April 21, 2023

Lead-free PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) were first called for just for the compliance of ROHS (Restriction Of Hazardous Substances) by EU (Europe ...

Posted in ENIG, PCB fabrication

How to Select Material for Your PCBs from Cost and Reliability Considerations

by Sales pcb hero April 21, 2023

Material, usually substrate material as far as PCB (Printed Circuit Board) is concerned, plays a core role in PCB since it carries its leading fun...

Posted in PCB fabrication, PCB manufacturing

Step-by-Step PCB Soldering tips for newbies

by Sales pcb hero April 04, 2023

The traditional, older type of solder is a mixture of lead (Pb) and tin (Sn). This type of (60/40 – Pb/Sn) solder melts at 200°C and is typically m...

Posted in #PCBA, #soldering, PCB fabrication

Essential PCB Thermal Design Factors to Know (without spending hours)

by Sales pcb hero February 28, 2023

Thermal management is a crucial aspect of PCB design. It is the process of controlling and dissipating heat generated by the electronic ...

Posted in MCPCB, PCB design, PCB fabrication

The Essentials of PCB Conformal Coating

by Sales pcb hero February 28, 2023

PCBs are sometimes coated with conformal coating to protect them in harsh operating conditions where humidity and contaminants, such as d...

Posted in PCB fabrication, PCB manufacturing