The landscape of PCB manufacturing is shifting, and designers need to adapt their supply and manufacturing chains to stay competitive. While the global trade environment is in flux, one strategy remains constant: finding or strengthening a relationship with an experienced contract manufacturer (CM) who can navigate supply chain complexities. At VSE, our commitment to partnership…
The 2025 semiconductor market outlook with segment forecasts, regional analysis, and emerging technology trends shaping industry growth.
Here are some of the best practices for your PCB assembly BOM to help streamline component management and optimize your low-volume build.
The Global Electronics Association, formally known as IPC, publishes the industry standard for PCB manufacturing, IPC-A-610. IPC-A-610 outlines IPC class 2 requirements and criteria for the acceptability of electronic assemblies, guiding manufacturers on quality assurance and inspection processes. The standard lists three classifications of PCB manufacturing requirements: Class 1, 2, and 3. Frequently, designers may…
This piece discusses the advantages of switching to US-based PCB manufacturing.
If a high voltage develops between exposed metal on a PCB, electrostatic discharge can occur if the charge exceeds the threshold for dielectric breakdown. This material failure damages components and, in extreme cases, causes board conflagration. Creepage and clearance limits between exposed metal on your PCB are codified in critical industry standards for observation during…
