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How to Decrease Your PCB Spin Time
October 6, 2021
Turnaround time refers to the time that it takes for your design to go through the manufacturing process and be ready for you, but turnaround time itself is ambiguous in the scope of a design project moving through prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. Spin time, the time it takes for the PCB board to move through […]
Choosing Onshore PCBA Has Many Advantages
September 30, 2021
Finding the right partner to build your PCBs can be a difficult decision. Circuit boards can be manufactured overseas as well as domestically. Many companies are drawn to overseas partnerships due to the lower cost projections, but in reality, choosing onshore PCBA has many advantages that far outweigh the benefits of offshore manufacturing.
Will Electronic Component Shortages Derail Your Project?
September 28, 2021
Component shortages can be disruptive, costly, and downright infuriating when your project is in PCB development. Unfortunately, planned and unplanned component shortages are a fact of the electronic manufacturing industry. However, electronic component shortages do not need to derail your entire project. There are several steps that can be taken to lessen their impact. The […]
Your Guide to Quality Assurance in Medical Device Manufacturing
September 24, 2021
Avoiding problems and preventing mistakes, defects, and flaws in PCB manufacturing for medical devices is imperative. Quality assurance and quality control impact your end product. Undetected flaws during PCB manufacturing not only directly impact your boards, but could cause a dangerous malfunction for a device designed to save lives. You need to know your medical […]
Electronic Manufacturing Terminology: What is the Difference Between PCB and PCBA?
September 22, 2021
PCB and PCBA are related to each other. They are both part of the electronic manufacturing process and while some may want to use them interchangeably, they are actually different from one another. A PCB is a printed circuit board, while a PCBA is the process of assembling the components for the board to function […]
7 Things to Look for in a PCB Manufacturing Partner
September 16, 2021
Deciding to outsource your PCB manufacturing isn’t always a difficult decision, but finding the right PCB manufacturing partner can be. Many potential partners will make promises, but there are big differences when it comes to quality, customer service, and capabilities.
Should Your Electronic Design Have a DFM?
September 14, 2021
The gap between the product idea and the production of that product is large and difficult to bridge. There are many innovative concepts that may not be feasible once they reach the production process, and this can be frustrating to both the designers and manufacturers. Design for Manufacturing is able to bridge that gap.
7 Myths About Electronic Manufacturing and Assembly
August 12, 2021
A lot goes into choosing an ECM partner. When you are selecting a company to outsource your manufacturing, it’s important to avoid the common myths and mistakes that many make. Many different factors determine the cost of your project. When comparing bids, rather than focusing all your attention on the bottom line, compare what the […]
Understanding Supply Chain Management for Electronic Manufacturers
August 9, 2021
Planning for supply chain success is important for all manufacturing, but particularly for electronic manufacturers. Shortages of components or materials, as well as an oversupply of inventory, can both cause problems that will impact your profit, efficiency, and reliability. Understanding supply chain management will help you avoid logistics challenges.
How Prototyping Your PCB Can Save You Time and Money on Your Electronic Manufacturing Project
August 3, 2021
There are many advantages of using a PCB prototype in your electronic manufacturing design process. Although it may seem like it is only adding an additional step to the process, prototyping serves an essential function in the design process and will allow you to save both time and money overall.