When you begin the journey of efficient PCB layout design, you’ll quickly realize that it’s more than just placing components and connecting traces. It’s about mastering the intricate balance of performance, manufacturability, and reliability. Here are some advanced strategies that …
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Barebones and Golden Gate Special Requirements
Requirements for Golden Gate Special: ( Panel: 18”x24” with usable space equal to 16½” x 22½”. As many boards as each panel can yield. Max. 20 panels. The silkscreen layer: white. Production time: 5 days. ) Layers: 1 or 2 Thickness (mils): 31 or 40 or 47 …
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Navigating Instant DFM
Instant DFM is a revolutionary tool that makes quoting Printed Circuit Boards easier and quicker. Our automated quoting service helps quote PCBs quicker than ever before. Here are the steps to receiving a quote for your PCB. You will also …
Read MoreChoosing the Right Printed Circuit Board Design Software: A Comparative Guide
You’re searching for the right printed circuit board (PCB) design software, right? With numerous options available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This comparative guide will examine the main factors when selecting a printed circuit board design software. By the end, …
Read MoreTop 5 PCB Design Rules You Need to Know
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design is a complex art that demands precision and knowledge. Not adhering to certain fundamental rules can lead to the production of poor-quality PCBs, potentially compromising your entire project. This can cause delayed timelines, increased costs, …
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right PCB Assembly Services for Your Business
You are looking for a suitable printed circuit board (PCB) assembly service for your business. But with numerous options available in the market, how do you pinpoint the right one? This post is your ultimate guide. We will discuss the …
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How to Evaluate and Select the Best Quick Turn PCB Manufacturer
Finding the best quick-turn PCB manufacturer can be challenging, especially with today’s numerous options. In today’s competitive business world, the quality of your printed circuit boards (PCBs) can make or break your success. Keep reading to learn the factors you …
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The Future of Printed Circuit Board Design: Innovations in Software
Printed circuit board (PCB) design is at the forefront of innovation in the ever-evolving technology field. As electronic devices become more complex and compact, the demand for efficient and reliable PCBs continues to rise. To meet these demands, software developers …
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Printed Circuit Board Basics: From Design to Final Artwork
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) play a vital role in the functioning of electronic devices. Whether it’s your smartphone, laptop, or even your car, chances are there’s a PCB inside powering its various components. But have you ever wondered how these …
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Empowering Entrepreneurs: How PCB Prototype Services Fuel Startups
In today’s highly competitive business landscape, startups face numerous challenges in their quest for success. The most critical aspect of any startup’s journey is to develop and test its product. That is where PCB prototype services play pivotal roles in …
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The Impact of Quick Turn PCB Assembly on Time-to-Market for Electronics Products
Time-to-market is crucial for the success of any electronics product. Companies strive to bring their products to market faster while maintaining high quality and reliability. One way to achieve this is through quick-turn PCB assembly. Here are various benefits of …
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Custom circuit boards could be the best solution for your application
A custom circuit board can be found in highly specialized electronic devices. Traditionally, many circuit boards were based on the same model, in part because bespoke custom builds were prohibitively expensive. In more recent years however, due to rapid progression …
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How to choose a PCB Prototype Manufacturer for your electronic device
Choosing a Suitable PCB Prototype Manufacturer for Your Electronic Device Prototyping is a key stage in every major industry, and electronic devices are certainly no exception. An effective prototype can actually help speed-up production development and reduce costs. Read on …
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Sponsorship Highlight: Illini Solar Car
Bay Area Circuits believes in the importance of STEM education and values supporting the scientists, engineers, and mathematicians of tomorrow. We are committed to helping students grow professionally in their industry. To do so, we sponsor multiple project-based collegiate clubs, …
Read MoreInstant DFM Update with Automated Quoting & Ordering
Silicon Valley, CA – July 19, 2021 – Bay Area Circuits, Inc., a leading manufacturer of quick-turn printed circuit boards (PCBs), today announced the release of a significant update to its automated, online Design for Manufacturability (DFM) tool, InstantDFM™. In …
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Routing Signals Between PCB Layers
Part 1: An ESD Example Signal Current Flow in a Layer Transition Abstract: Printed circuit board, PCB, signal paths must often change layers in a board stackup. Under some conditions this can cause problems. An ESD example is used to …
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LPI Soldermask & PCB Manufacturing – Bay Area Circuits
Liquid Photoimageable (LPI) Soldermask For many years the only color you would see on a printed circuit board was green. Maybe a military influence? The color of the printed circuit board is only a small part of the consideration for …
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An Introduction to Controlled Impedance for PCBs
What is Controlled Impedance? Electrical impedance is the measure of the opposition (resistance) that a circuit presents to the passage of a current when a voltage is applied in an alternating current circuit. It is represented by Zo: Electrical …
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Cross Section Analysis: Inside a PCB
Cross-Section Analysis How can the internal quality of a printed circuit board be inspected and verified using cross section analysis? We previously published an article that talked about IPC Inspection guidelines that provides an overview of the standards used in …
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An Expert’s Guide to PCB Surface Finishes
Applying the surface finish is one of the last steps of manufacturing a printed circuit board. The surface finish on a PCB is typically applied after the soldermask process and is designed to prevent oxidation of the remaining exposed copper, …
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