What is Soldermask Made of? Soldermask is typically composed of a photoimageable polymer that is applied to the surface of a PCB. The most common[…]
Introduction to Gold-Plated Edge Connectors Gold-plated edge connectors are a type of electrical connector commonly used in printed circuit boards (PCBs) to establish a reliable[…]
Table of Contents Introduction to PCB via holes Types of PCB Via Holes Through Hole Vias Blind Vias Buried Vias Microvia Functions of PCB Via[…]
Introduction to IPC-A-600 Standards The IPC-A-600 standard, developed by the Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC), is a widely recognized and accepted set of guidelines for[…]
What is Selective Soldering? Selective soldering is an automated process that uses a targeted approach to solder specific through-hole components onto a PCB, while leaving[…]
How does a Pre-heater work? Pre-heaters work by utilizing the heat from exhaust gases or other heat sources to raise the temperature of the incoming[…]
Introduction When designing and manufacturing printed circuit boards (PCBs), selecting the appropriate Surface Finish is crucial for ensuring the reliability, functionality, and longevity of the[…]
Overview of PCB Layer Stackup A typical PCB consists of multiple layers laminated together: Layer Description Solder Mask (top) Insulating layer that protects copper traces[…]
Introduction to Spring-loaded Pins Spring-loaded pins, also known as spring pins or spring-loaded contacts, are versatile mechanical components that are widely used in various industries[…]
What are PCB Castellations? PCB castellations are a type of edge connector consisting of plated semi-circular cut-outs or tabs along the edge of a printed[…]