Six practical tools

The HDI PCB designer’s workbench

Useful tools for the decisions before detailed routing.

Stackup planner

Compare layer allocation and build-up structures before layout.

Understand the process implied by a symmetric build-up.

Shortlist a material family from your electrical and thermal needs.

Estimate electrical length and review the return path.

Explore a transparent, adjustable bare-board budget model.

Prepare a clear set of requirements for fabrication review.

Your next design decision

Share your layer count, via structure, material and quantity. Give the fabrication review a clear starting point.