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This article provides an in-depth analysis of key factors in PCB substrate selection, including comparisons of FR-4, polyimide, and high-frequency materials, copper foil selection techniques, and considerations for solder mask and surface finishes. It specifically addresses five common substrate issues engineers face and offers practical solutions to help avoid pitfalls and optimize PCB design and manufacturing processes.

From consumer electronics to aerospace equipment, PCB surface finishes critically impact product reliability. This guide examines 7 mainstream processes at the microstructural level, compares costs/performance, reveals failure mechanisms like ENIG black pad and OSP carbonization, and provides optimal selection strategies for different budgets/requirements.

This comprehensive guide walks through the entire PCB layout workflow—from schematics to final checks—detailing best practices for grid settings, component placement, special part handling, routing approaches, and verification methods. It also provides actionable solutions to five frequent design challenges, offering value to both novices and experienced designers seeking to elevate their PCB quality.

This comprehensive guide explores PCB boards from design to application, covering their manufacturing process, six core functions (electrical connection, mechanical support, thermal management, etc.), and solutions to common problems like signal integrity and BGA defects. We delve into material selection, design considerations, and future trends like flexible PCBs and AI-assisted design, providing practical insights for engineers and electronics enthusiasts to optimize PCB performance and reliability.

This comprehensive guide explores the detailed workflow of printed circuit board manufacturing, breaking down each critical step from panel cutting to final testing. It examines basic processes such as inner-layer imaging, lamination, drilling, plating, and surface treatment, while emphasizing key design considerations and quality control measures.

Learn how circuit boards (PCBs) work, from signal transmission and power distribution to multilayer design and thermal management.