A PCB (printed circuit board) designer is a professional who specializes in the layout, routing and documentation of printed circuit boards using electronic design automation (EDA) software tools. They translate the logical electronic functionality envisioned by engineers into physical board constructions that serve as the foundation of electronic products and […]

PCB (printed circuit board) prototyping is the process of designing, testing and manufacturing a preliminary version of a printed circuit board before full-scale production. Prototyping allows designers and engineers to evaluate the functionality, performance and manufacturability of a PCB design before committing to mass production. Why Prototype Your PCB? There […]

Introduction to PCBs A printed circuit board (PCB) is the board base for physically supporting and wiring the surface-mounted and socketed components in most electronics. PCBs provide mechanical support and electrical connectivity, and help connect components together with conductive copper pathways, or traces. They are essential to the functioning of […]

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are integral components of most modern electronic devices. Ensuring PCBs function correctly is critical before deploying them into products. There are several testing methodologies that help validate PCB assembly and performance. This article explores the top PCB testing techniques. What is PCB Testing? PCB testing refers […]

Introduction to flex rigid PCBs A flex rigid PCB, also known as a rigid flex PCB or flex-rigid PCB, is a printed circuit board that consists of flexible and rigid substrates laminated together. This allows the PCB to bend and flex in certain areas while maintaining rigidity in others. Flex […]

A printed circuit board (PCB) transformer is a type of transformer that is manufactured directly onto a printed circuit board (PCB). PCB transformers provide galvanic isolation and allow signals and power to be transformed and transferred between circuits. How PCB Transformers Work PCB transformers work on the same principles as […]

Introduction Printed circuit boards (PCBs) form the foundation of electronics, providing the mechanical structure and electrical interconnections for components. PCB fabrication, or manufacturing, is the complex multi-step process which transforms base materials into finished boards ready for component assembly and device integration. Specialized companies focused exclusively on PCB fabrication are […]

Introduction In printed circuit board (PCB) design, you may come across an odd looking cutout pattern called a “mouse bite” along the edges of boards and panels. This is not a random design element but rather an important fabrication feature. Mouse bites help facilitate the depanelization process which separates individual […]

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are essential components in virtually all modern electronics. They provide the mechanical structure and electrical connections between components that enable electronic devices to function. An important aspect of PCB design and manufacturing is testing, both to ensure proper functioning during production and to diagnose issues during […]

A Rogers PCB is a printed circuit board made using high frequency, high performance laminate materials manufactured by Rogers Corporation. Rogers laminates are commonly used in radio frequency (RF), microwave and other specialized high speed or high frequency applications that require tightly controlled electrical properties. Some key aspects of Rogers […]