Circuit boards are at the heart of most electronic devices and products. For many companies, getting prototype and low-volume circuit boards assembled quickly is crucial for meeting development and production schedules. This article explores strategies and techniques for fast turn circuit board assembly when you need boards fabricated and assembled […]

Introduction For hardware engineers and designers, being able to quickly iterate on prototypes is critical during the development process. Waiting weeks or months for each prototype PCB (printed circuit board) fabrication can significantly slow down a project. This is where fast turn prototype PCB services come in. These services promise […]

Introduction Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are an essential component of electronic devices and products. For many companies, getting PCB prototypes manufactured quickly and with a fast turnaround time is critical during the design and development process. This allows engineers to test and iterate on their designs rapidly. In this article, […]

Overview of Flex Circuits and Their Applications Flexible printed circuits (FPCs), commonly known as flex circuits or flex boards, are made from flexible dielectric materials such as polyimide and polyester. They contain conductive traces etched from copper foil that provide electrical connections between components. Flex circuits can be bent, folded, […]

As flexible printed circuits (FPCs) continue to grow in popularity across industries like consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices and more, choosing the right FPC manufacturer is crucial for meeting project needs and specifications. With FPC capabilities varying greatly between manufacturers, partnering with the right producer can impact everything from product […]

Introduction FR4, also known as flame retardant 4, is a grade of glass-reinforced epoxy laminate material that is commonly used for making printed circuit boards (PCBs). With its good mechanical strength, electrical insulation properties and heat resistance, FR4 has become the most popular material for rigid PCBs. Asia has emerged […]

Introduction to Gerber Files Gerber files are the standard format used by PCB manufacturers for circuit board fabrication data. Gerber files contain 2D vector images describing the copper layers, solder mask, silkscreen, drill holes, and other aspects of a printed circuit board (PCB) design. The Gerber format was developed by […]

Introduction Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are essential components in nearly every modern electronic device, from smartphones and laptops to industrial equipment. Designing and manufacturing high-quality PCBs requires generating Gerber files, a standard file format used by PCB fabrication shops. This article will walk through the entire process of going from […]

Introduction Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are an essential component of most modern electronic devices. From smartphones and computers to industrial equipment and medical devices, PCBs provide the foundation on which components are mounted and connected. As electronic devices have become more complex and packed with features, the demands on PCBs […]