Is it better to have round corners on a PCB?
When I visit the PCB showroom in factory, I find that there are some pcs with round corners. Is it better to have round corners on a PCB?
Oliver Smith
October 8, 2023
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Is via-in-pad bad for manufacturing?（thru-hole hollow-centre via）
I see some videos online that shows via-in-pad during manufacturing. But I don’t think it is a good way, is it?
Oliver Smith
September 25, 2023
What is the difference between a prototype PCB and a production PCB?
My project have gone through from design, prototype to mass production after lots of discussion and adjustment. Now the manufacturer are making our products in their product lines. And I
Oliver Smith
September 25, 2023
How does a PCB Prototype look like?
It is the first time I place a prototype order to a manufacturer for my research. And I want to know how a common prototype looks like.
Oliver Smith
September 25, 2023
Can I use a hot glue to cover a PCB board to insulate it and prevent it from damage?
I want to DIY PCB board at home, but raw material is limited. Can I hot glue to cover a PCB board? Is it advisable to do that?
Oliver Smith
September 20, 2023
How is tooling important for pcb manufacturing?
I received the price breakdown of PCB quotation from my suppliers. The tooling fee is not so pretty. What is this process and can we skip it to save the
Oliver Smith
September 19, 2023
When you want to make a PCB, what informations are necessary to provide to the PCB manufacturer?
I am a mechanical designer. I have sent my PCB design file to manufacturer. But they said the data may be not enough. So what data are you used to
Oliver Smith
September 19, 2023
What type of silkscreen ink is used in PCB manufacturing?
Sometimes, my PCB supplier mentions about silkscreen ink when it comes to logo printing. I am curious about the types and features of different inks.
Oliver Smith
September 19, 2023
What equipment is used by professional PCB manufacturers?
This month we plan to find a proper suppliers to produce PCB for our new products, a healthcare watch. One of our supplier assessment items is about production equipment, which
Oliver Smith
September 19, 2023
Why does the PCB manufacturer always ask for a change in your PCB design?
Many a time our PCBA manufacturer calls us about a problem of the design file. Sometimes we think it is time-consuming to discuss this issue. Just want to know why
Oliver Smith
September 19, 2023
