PCB thermal conductivity influences all design aspects, beginning with stack-up and material choices and continuing through the layout. External heatsinks can be included in the design further to reduce heat buildup on or within the board.
Here, we’ll look at some of the problems to avoid during soldering and some of the best practice PCB soldering techniques that can help.
When it comes to the best PCB materials, it is of utmost importance to first consider the function of the underpinning physics driving the final product’s function.
Everything from diagnostic equipment to blood analysis systems relies on electronics that must function perfectly every time. This level of reliability requires absolute precision and quality in the design and manufacturing of PCBs for medical devices, which we will examine in greater detail here.
Process work must be done to prepare the boards to be separated mechanically. This work is done through two methods: V-Scoring and tab routing. Both panelization methods find use depending on different design elements of the board. Below, it will be explored in greater detail and comparison-contrast.
A circuit board with this much different functionality is referred to as a mixed-signal design, and there is a lot of different electronic activity going on within it. To operate successfully, designers need to exercise caution in the layout of these boards to avoid signal and power integrity problems. Here are some PCB design rules for mixed-signal circuit boards that can help.
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