Introduction to Farnell and RAYPCB Farnell, a leading global distributor of electronic components and a brand of Avnet, has recently announced its collaboration with RAYPCB, a prominent PCB manufacturer based in China. This partnership aims to provide customers with high-quality PCBs through the element14 community, an innovative online platform for […]

Introduction to PCB Manufacturing Tolerances Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are essential components in modern electronics, providing a platform for interconnecting electronic components. The manufacturing process of PCBs involves several critical parameters that must be carefully controlled to ensure the proper functioning and reliability of the final product. Among these parameters, […]

Introduction to Soldermask and Via-holes Soldermask, also known as solder resist or solder mask, is a thin layer of polymer applied to the copper traces of a printed circuit board (PCB) to protect them from oxidation and prevent solder bridges during the assembly process. It also provides electrical insulation between […]

Introduction to CAD2CAM4PCB CAD2CAM4PCB is a revolutionary software solution designed to streamline the process of converting Computer-Aided Design (CAD) files into Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) files for Printed Circuit Board (PCB) production. This powerful tool has gained significant attention in the electronics industry due to its ability to simplify the complex […]

What is a Component? Before diving into Component orientation, let’s first define what a component is. A component is a self-contained unit of software that encapsulates a specific functionality or set of functionalities. It is designed to be reusable, modular, and independent of other components in the system. Components can […]

What is PCB Prototype 3+3 Service? Rayming’s PCB Prototype 3+3 Service is a cutting-edge solution for businesses and individuals in need of high-quality, rapid-turnaround printed circuit board (PCB) prototypes. This innovative service offers a 3-day manufacturing process and a 3-day shipping period, ensuring that customers receive their PCB Prototypes within […]

Key Components of an MCU board An MCU board consists of several essential components that work together to enable its functionality. Let’s explore these components in detail: Microcontroller The microcontroller is the heart of the MCU board. It is an integrated circuit (IC) that combines a processor core, memory (RAM […]

Understanding PCB Proto Service Defaults When ordering PCB Prototypes from a manufacturer, there are many default settings and values to be aware of. These PCBProtoDefaults cover aspects like the default PCB material, number of layers, minimum trace width and spacing, via sizes, soldermask color, silkscreen color, surface finish, and more. […]

What is Reflow Soldering? Reflow soldering is a process used to attach surface mount electronic components to printed circuit boards (PCBs). It involves applying solder paste to the PCB, placing the components onto the solder paste, and then heating the entire assembly in a reflow oven to melt the solder […]

Understanding SMT Tombstoning SMT (Surface Mount Technology) tombstoning is a common defect that occurs during the reflow soldering process in PCB (Printed Circuit Board) assembly. It is characterized by one end of a surface mount component, such as a chip resistor or capacitor, lifting off the PCB pad while the […]