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Month: June 2025

PCB
What is a PCB Assembly Drawing and Why is it so Critical?

You’ve spent weeks perfecting a complex PCB design, but the job isn’t over. One small ambiguity in your assembly instructions can cause a contract manufacturer to halt production, costing you thousands in NRE charges and a week of delays. Imagine getting that dreaded email: “Production on hold. Please clarify orientation for U5.” The SMT line is idle, the clock is ticking on your launch date, and the problem could have been prevented with a clearer drawing. A great assembly drawing is your insurance policy against this.

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Circuit Design
At What Frequency Do PCB Traces Start to Act as Antennas?

Struggling with unexpected EMI failures in your designs? Your PCB traces might be radiating noise without you realizing it. Understanding when a simple copper trace turns into an unintentional antenna is key to passing compliance testing and ensuring your product works reliably.

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Circuit Design
Does I2C Require Length Matching?

Are you worried about meticulously matching the lengths of your SCL and SDA lines? You’re not alone. Many engineers spend time on this, but it’s often unnecessary and distracts from the real issues that can cripple your I2C bus.

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PCB
What Are Stamp Holes on a PCB?

Struggling with messy, damaged board edges after separation? This common manufacturing headache can derail your project. You need a reliable way to depanelize boards without causing stress or defects.

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