Understanding PCB shelf life and Its Importance Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are essential components in modern electronic devices. They provide a platform for electrical components to be mounted and interconnected, enabling the functioning of various electronic systems. One crucial aspect of PCB manufacturing and assembly is the shelf life of Read more…
Introduction to PCB Design Software Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design software is a crucial tool for electronic engineers and hobbyists alike. It allows users to create, edit, and simulate electronic circuits before manufacturing them. With the increasing complexity of modern electronics, choosing the right PCB design software can make a Read more…
Introduction to EAGLE and Project Creation EAGLE (Easily Applicable Graphical Layout Editor) is a powerful PCB design software that allows you to create professional-grade schematics and PCB layouts. Whether you are using EAGLE 6 or 7, the process of creating a new project and starting to draw the schematic is Read more…
What are Gerber X2 files? Gerber X2 is an extension of the standard Gerber format, which is widely used in the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) industry for data exchange between PCB design software and manufacturing equipment. Gerber X2 files provide a more comprehensive and standardized way to convey PCB design Read more…
What is a Gerber File? A Gerber file is a standard file format used in the printed circuit board (PCB) industry to describe the printed circuit board images: copper layers, solder mask, legend, drill data for fabrication. It is a vector image file format plot and represents a 2D binary Read more…
Introduction to QFN Packaging Quad Flat No-lead (QFN) packaging is a popular surface-mount technology (SMT) used in the electronics industry for its compact size, excellent thermal and electrical performance, and cost-effectiveness. QFN packages are leadless, meaning they do not have external leads extending from the package body. Instead, the electrical Read more…
What is Solder Paste? Solder paste is a key material used in surface mount technology (SMT) for assembling electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). It is a homogeneous mixture of tiny solder particles suspended in a flux medium. The solder particles are typically made of a tin-lead (SnPb) alloy Read more…
Introduction to Solder Paste Printing Solder paste printing is a crucial step in the surface mount technology (SMT) assembly process. It involves depositing solder paste onto the pads of a printed circuit board (PCB) using a stencil. The quality of the solder paste print directly affects the reliability and functionality Read more…
What is PCB Silkscreen? PCB silkscreen, also known as legend or nomenclature, is the layer of text and symbols printed on the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB). It provides essential information about the components, their placement, and the overall functionality of the board. The silkscreen helps in the Read more…
What is Eagle PCB? Eagle PCB (Printed Circuit Board) is a computer-aided design (CAD) software developed by Autodesk for creating electrical schematics and designing printed circuit boards. It provides a comprehensive set of tools and libraries that enable users to create high-quality PCB layouts efficiently. Key Features of Eagle PCB Read more…