Jul 11,2018 Stencils are thin sheets made of brass or stainless steel. It has a circuit pattern cut into it that matches the pattern of the surface mount devices required (SMD) on the PCB. They simplify the application of solder paste to surface mount components in a PCB assembly. In

Jul 26,2018 Stencils ensure that only the right amount of solder paste is applied to all of the pads on your bare board. In the last post, we have discussed the role of stencils in PCB assembly, how are they used, and common types of stencils. In this post, we will have a look at th

Aug 31,2018 Miniaturization is a hot trend in the PCB industry. There is a huge demand for compact sized and fast-paced PCBs. Although an asset in many electronic devices, there are many components in these fast PCBs, which may not work as expected, and lead to failure. Hence, the

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Jan 03,2019 Ball Grid Array (BGA) packages have become very popular in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design and manufacturing industry. These packages not only help reduce the size of PCBs, but also improve their functionality. Though the BGA are capable of bearing the increasing

Oct 07,2017 Surface finishing is one of the last steps in the PCB manufacturing and assembly. Various types of surface finishing is available around. In the previous post, we have discussed some popular surface finishing treatments for printed circuit boards. In this post, we will

Nov 13,2017 Be it any industry, one has to stay updated with the latest trends. This helps in meeting the changing and ever-increasing demand from the customers. Same applies to the electronics industry, as well. Until a few years back, traditional techniques were used by the pri

Dec 07,2017 3D printing or additive manufacturing is always hailed as a revolutionary "new process". Although the technology has been around for the last 30 years, still it is referred as the futuristic technology. Why? Only because the possibilities of this technology ar

Dec 18,2017 The holiday season is here again! With Christmas arriving really soon, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers, employees and distributors for their privileged association with us. This Christmas, we wish you and your families, the best of heal

Jan 22,2018 When you are planning to build a printed circuit board (PCB) from a manufacturer, one thing that you will come across is the bill of materials. This is also referred to as BOM. Now, what is exactly this bill of materials? What are all factors included in it? Are you hav

Feb 02,2018 Box build assembly is a term synonymous with printed circuit board assembly process. It is a common term for a broad range of system integration process. Today, it has become a common practice among Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) to outsource box build assembly

Mar 13,2018 Over the years, various printed circuit board technologies have gained popularity. Ball Grid Array (BGA) is one such technology, which has attained immense following in the recent years. This technology is employed for circuit boards that demand high-density connections

Apr 05,2018 The PCB layout plays an important role in the performance of a PCB. This layout is a method that decides the arrangement of components on a PCB. This arrangement helps improve stability, and efficiency of the PCB. Ball Grid Array (BGA) has become an important layout met

Jun 20,2017 In the previous post, we discussed a few guidelines of Design for Manufacture and Assembly of printed circuit boards. In this installment of the post, we will discuss few more guidelines that will help you in designing and assembling your PCBs. What are the Guidelin

Jul 07,2017 When PCB boards were first introduced, they were green in color. This is because the solder mask on the PCB is green in color. In 1954, the USA military at the National Materials and Procurement Center in Cedar Bluffs Virginia chose this specific shade of gre

Jul 25,2017 There are a number of companies that provide services in printed circuit board design and manufacturing. However, Creative Hi-Tech is one of the most experienced players in providing high-quality products and services. This post discusses the capabilities of the company

Aug 02,2017 Today, electronic manufacturers are looking for new ways to scale their spending and build a successful business. Although it may sound clinching, electronic companies are slowly realizing that hiring contract manufacturing services is the best way to save on expenses, a

Aug 23,2017 Since its inception in 1960, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) has become one of the popular PCB assembly technologies. From the late 1980s, this technology has gained momentum in the electronic PCBs assembly. This technology of PCB assembly has made its presence felt in a

Aug 31,2017 A perfectly operational printed circuit board (PCB) is a result of a meticulous assembly process. The board has to pass through several steps in the manufacturing process. What are they? Read on to know. What are the Steps Involved in Printed Circuit Board Assembly? Ther

Sep 11,2017 Owing to the competitive nature of the electronics segment, the electronics companies are constantly striving to push themselves beyond their limitations. Their main aim is to create compact devices at lower prices, which can be available to a large section of customers