Component Misalignment: Circuit Board Issues and Solutions

Component Misalignment: Circuit Board Issues and Solutions

Polarity components require special attention throughout the PCBA processing, as incorrect orientation can lead to mass failures and the complete failure of the PCBA board. Therefore, it is crucial for engineering and production personnel to understand SMT polarity components. 1. Definition of Polarity Polarity refers to the positive and negative terminals of a component or … Read more

SPI, AOI, and X-Ray: The Triple Guardians of SMT Production

SPI, AOI, and X-Ray: The Triple Guardians of SMT Production

In the SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production line, the birth of each circuit board is a game of precision and efficiency. From solder paste printing to component placement, and then to soldering and curing, even the slightest flaw in any link can trigger a “butterfly effect”—leading to unstable product performance at best, or mass rework … Read more

Understanding the Past and Present of PCB Circuit Boards

Understanding the Past and Present of PCB Circuit Boards

When it comes to circuit boards, many people should be familiar with them, as they are ubiquitous in our lives, from small devices like Bluetooth headsets, electronic watches, and calculators to larger systems like computers, communication devices, and military/aerospace systems. Wherever integrated circuits are needed, they rely on PCB to carry electronic components. Before PCB … Read more

How Are Circuit Boards Made? Equipment Needed in Production

How are circuit boards made? The production process of PCB boards can be roughly divided into: Printed circuit board—inner layer circuitry—lamination—drilling—plating through holes (first copper)—outer layer circuitry (second copper)—solder mask green paint—text printing—contact processing—shaping and cutting—final inspection and packaging. So there are many devices involved; what equipment does PCB need? Generally, the production of PCB … Read more

Summary of Circuit Board Failures and Repair Techniques

Summary of Circuit Board Failures and Repair Techniques

1. Characteristics and Repair of Capacitor Failures in Industrial Control Circuit Boards Failures caused by capacitor damage are the most common in electronic devices, especially with electrolytic capacitors being the most prevalent. Capacitor damage manifests as: Reduced capacity; Complete loss of capacity; Leakage; Short circuit. Since capacitors serve different functions in circuits, the characteristics of … Read more

Why Design Test Points on Circuit Boards?

Why Design Test Points on Circuit Boards?

Some Testing Service Projects: Materials: Physical Properties, Chemical Analysis, Biological Tests Reliability Testing of Components and Finished Products Formula Analysis, Formula Restoration Failure Analysis Product Certification National Customer Service Number: 4008180021 Add Customer Service WeChat anytesting001 to get daily R&D news The following is the main text: For those studying electronics, setting up test points … Read more

Steps for Programming IC Chips and Identifying Pin One

Steps for Programming IC Chips and Identifying Pin One

AISMT Intelligent Manufacturing Platform Identifying Pin One of the IC 1. Methods to Identify Pin One of the IC: 1. The IC has a notch mark 2. Identified by a dot 3. Identified by a dash 4. Identified by text (the first pin on the left side of the bottom row of pins when facing … Read more

The Soul of PCBA Processing: The Importance of Chip Programming

The Soul of PCBA Processing: The Importance of Chip Programming

Today, let’s talk about what PCBA chip programming is? The importance of chip programming in PCBA processing. In the one-stop service of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly), chip programming is a crucial link. For purchasing personnel in electronic device manufacturers, understanding the meaning of chip programming and its role in the entire production process is … Read more

Understanding PCB Panelization: The True Process

Understanding PCB Panelization: The True Process

In the circuit board manufacturing process, panelization is a crucial step that can enhance the production efficiency and product quality of the SMT assembly line. It is a key topic that many engineers need to focus on. However, many people learn about panelization too theoretically and are not very familiar with most of its content. … Read more

Chip Assembly Process

Chip Assembly Process

Source: Semiconductor Engineer Original Author: Chip Failure Analysis This article introduces the chip assembly process. The chip assembly process is a crucial part of electronic product manufacturing. Chip assembly involves installing chips onto circuit boards, including steps like placement, soldering, and testing. Below, we will detail the specific process of chip assembly. 1. Placement: First, … Read more