What is an average CPH speed for hand SMD assembly?

1 year ago

What would be the average speed of assembling surface mount components on to a PCB for an experienced person? Assuming…

What will go wrong when it is stored at a higher temperature or past its shelf life?

1 year ago

Solder paste should be stored in a refrigerator and it has an expiration date. But what exactly will go wrong…

How much clearance should you include in through-hole components holes?

1 year ago

Is there a general rule as to how much clearance you should add to through-hole components' holes to allow them…

Polyimide PCB: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

1 year ago

As electronics shrank in size and cost, consumer product manufacturers pressed for similarly miniature and affordable components. This drive catalyzed…

Is there a reason an 0805 resistor would have a different land pattern than an 0805 capacitor?

1 year ago

My PCB design software comes with some libraries that include some common components, like chip resistors and capacitors. I have…

What is the difference between sensor gl5516 and gl5506?

1 year ago

I am thinking which type of light dependent resistor photoresistor LDR is better. gl5516 or 5506 sensor? Can anyone brief…

Is there any problems if I change 0805 too 0402 surface mount or smaller?

1 year ago

In order to reduce the size of a PCB, I will probably have to use smaller SM components. I currently…

Is using a via to strengthen surface mount connector on the pad a good or bad practice?

1 year ago

I believe I have heard of putting a plugged via right next to a mechanical pad so that the board…

Do you use SMT or THT for USB mini B connector?

1 year ago

This question is about the advisability of continuing to use a USB mini-B right angle surface mount connector in my…

How can I solder an SMD component with a pad on the bottom?

1 year ago

I am getting a PCB manufactured for a project that I am working on. One of the parts, the A4950…