“A good-looking board must be functional!” This is a statement made to me by a hardware engineer. In circuit design, not only is extensive professional knowledge required, but it is also essential to consider the manufacturability of the circuit board during the design process, as the final design needs to be produced and used. I … Read more
Author Introduction:Engineer Zhang，NPI Engineer。Some may not know this position, so let me explain it in a more understandable way. I am closely related to DFM – Design for Manufacturability analysis, which serves as a bridge between R&D and production. I often interact with electronic engineers, PCB layout engineers, and factories, and there is a lot … Read more
Author Author Stephen V.Chavez Responsible for technical product marketing at Siemens EDA and serves as the chairman of the PCEA association. The core of successfully delivering manufacturable PCB designs relies on a critical question: What should the design data output package include to best support manufacturing? The answer is: It depends on the specific PCB … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Detailed Process of PCBA Contract Manufacturing and Material Supply for Small and Medium Batches 1. Requirement Communication and Plan Confirmation - Customers submit schematics and functional requirements, the technical team conducts feasibility assessments, and develops a preliminary project schedule. - At the same time, key nodes (such as DFM design specifications … Read more
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design is a crucial aspect of modern electronic products and serves as the foundation for the development and manufacturing of electronic devices. PCBs are the backbone of electronic products, providing necessary interconnections and support for various components. The PCB design process includes creating layouts to optimize component placement, routing of traces, … Read more
Back drilling is a special controlled-depth drilling process used in the production of multilayer boards to connect different layers, primarily applied in fields such as communication equipment, large servers, medical electronics, military, and aerospace. ★ Special Considerations for Back Drilling Design ✒︎ Determine the layers that require back drilling Identify the specific layers that need … Read more
In the field of electronic design, the PCB selection guide is a core tool for engineers to avoid design risks and optimize product costs. A suitable circuit board, like a solid foundation, directly determines the performance, reliability, and market competitiveness of the final product. This guide aims to provide a systematic PCB selection framework to … Read more
Printed Circuit Board Comprehensive Design The comprehensive design of a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is a complex process that involves multiple fields such as electronic engineering, materials science, thermodynamics, and signal integrity. 1. Preliminary Design Preparation 1. Requirement Analysis Functional Requirements: Division of circuit functional modules (power supply, control, communication, etc.) Performance Indicators: Operating frequency, … Read more
Printed Circuit Board Advanced PCB Design Advanced design of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) requires a combination of engineering practice, signal integrity analysis, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) design, and manufacturing processes. The following are the core points and practical tips for advanced design to help you enhance the professionalism and reliability of PCB design. 1.High-Speed Signal and … Read more
SMT Top Networking Circle A professional circle for sharing networking resources and achieving career advancement. New Platform 2020 1. Purpose The total cost of a product is determined by 60% from the initial design; 75% of manufacturing costs depend on design specifications and guidelines; and 70-80% of production defects are caused by design issues. Therefore, … Read more