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AI Server Rack: Improve Service Life

AI is the new paradigm shift within businesses, offering an exciting level of automation and creation tools that are revolutionizing industries. As exciting as this development is, there’s been less concern about the changes in the data center infrastructure necessary to support these complex system architectures. AI server racks have additional considerations and concerns that…

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HASL PCB Surface Finish Process

PCB manufacturing is divisible into two primary stages: fabrication and assembly. The surface finish process inextricably links them together, ensuring sufficient bonding between the bare board and the components for continuous performance and extended reliability. PCB surface finishes come in many flavors, but HASL is the most prominent for non-consumer devices: as an extension of…

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PCB Beveling for Edge Connectors

Conformal Coating PCBs for Reliability

During the weather extremes, people apply coverings to their skin to prevent damage; think sunscreen during the summer and moisturizing lotion in the winter. This strategy of using a protective covering is not limited to skin care; it can also help protect electronics. Mission-critical circuit boards operating in extremely stressful and harsh environments have benefited…

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