PCB Trace Width and Spacing – DFM
Optimizing printed circuit board (PCB) trace widths is a crucial aspect of PCB design that affects the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of the final product. Proper trace width selection ensures that your PCB can handle the required current load without overheating, reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) and meets manufacturing tolerances. Let’s learn more about the importance […]
What to Look for When Selecting a Medical Device Contract Manufacturer
The medical device industry is rapidly evolving, with innovations in technology driving the development of advanced healthcare solutions. To stay competitive, medical device companies often rely on contract manufacturers to bring their products to market quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. For instance, partnering with an experienced medical device contract manufacturer can give designers an advantage on […]
The Use of PCB Ground Planes in PCB Design
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are the backbone of electronic devices, providing a platform for interconnecting various components and ensuring the smooth flow of signals. One essential element in PCB design is the ground plane. Ground planes play a critical role in maintaining signal integrity, reducing electromagnetic interference (EMI), and enhancing the overall performance and reliability […]
Tips for Effective Communications with your PCBA Supplier
When you begin working with a PCBA supplier, you’ll find that open, timely communication is paramount. To meet your needs, your supplier must understand the design goals and specifications of your project, and be able to contact you easily. As long as you choose a reliable PCBA supplier and communicate effectively, you should have no […]
What is PCBA Box Build Assembly?
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) form the backbone of modern electronics, connecting various components and facilitating the smooth operation of devices. While the focus often revolves around the intricate circuitry and soldering of components, another crucial aspect of PCB manufacturing and assembly is the box build assembly. Let’s delve into what box build assembly entails and […]
4 Tips for Achieving Quick Turnaround PCB Assembly Services
Sonic Manufacturing specializes in quick turn PCB assembly services – and we do this without compromising the quality of your finished product. We understand that quick product development strategies are essential in the electronics industry, which is why we are committed to reducing your wait time for PCB design and manufacturing. Our team is also […]
The Benefits of PCB Third-party Contract Manufacturing
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are essential components in nearly all electronics, including smartphones, laptops, medical devices, LEDs, manufacturing equipment, and automotive parts. Every day, we use PCBs without knowing it. If the PCB doesn’t work, the product doesn’t work, and the consumer ends up frustrated. This is why it’s imperative for PCBs to function properly. […]
PCB Design Considerations for High Speed Digital Circuits
Advanced thought is required to build high-speed circuitry. Without a proactive approach, it will be extremely difficult to get the speeds you’re looking for. High-speed PCB design focuses on creating circuit boards that are less vulnerable to signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC problems. While no design is ever completely free of these issues, there […]
Top 5 Things to Know when Designing a PCB
Building a printed circuit board (PCB) is a complicated task. These boards have a lot of associations between layers, components, and circuitry and they must all be properly handled. Otherwise, the PCB may not function correctly. Fortunately, there are simple practices that PCB designers follow to make the process more accurate, manageable, and efficient. Below […]
What are Stitching Vias in Printed Circuit Boards?
Stitching vias, also known as via stitching, are a design practice where a series of vias are strategically placed around the perimeter of a ground plane or a signal trace on a PCB. These vias connect the top and bottom layers of the board, creating a continuous conductive path. The purpose of stitching vias is […]
