Printed Circuit Boards

Printed circuit boards are found in many different types of electronics today from the computers you use, to phones, cameras, and so much more. They are a standard part of everyday life, even though most people do not think about them or see them very often. They are the hidden “nerve center” for so many things that we use.

Circuit board design is essential in the modern manufacturing process as almost every electronic device uses a PCB (with or without surface-mount technology). And yet, the process of making a PCB is rarely thought of as fast, easy, or without some risks, delays, and errors. If it were just a matter of circuit board design, it would be one thing, but there are many different steps to PCB design.

The process of developing an idea and a design for a printed circuit board (PCB) and then going through the PCB assembly process can seem long and challenging for those who have never had to go through the process before. There often seem to be a lot of moving parts that need to come together to make everything work properly.

The printed circuit board (PCB) is one of the most important elements in the world of electronics today. Whether it is a state-of-the-art computer or a small, simple electronic object, PCBs help to bring them to life.

HDI PCBs are increasingly becoming more common as consumers demand for smaller and more capable electronics grows and electronic design engineers push the limits of technology. HDI PCBs, short for High Density Interconnect printed circuit boards, take a great deal of precision to manufacture using specialized equipment and the skills of highly trained technicians.

From simple prototypes to the most advanced of electronics require a custom PCB to be designed and fabricated. AdvancedPCB’s broad range of custom PCB manufacturing capabilities can meet the design requirements for all of your custom PCB fabrication projects for both prototyping and production quantities.

Creating a circuit board can be a complex process beginning with the design itself. With advancing and progressive technology, the processes have become increasingly simplified with the help of PCB design software and innovations in the PCB manufacturing industry.

At some point in your life, curiosity might’ve prompted you to crack open a computer or another electronic device. With its interior exposed, you discovered an assortment of chips, circuits, and etchings painted upon a green canvas.

Printed circuit boards are packed with different features and elements that make their design and functionality unique for their particular application. In this post we list key printed circuit board design terms that are commonly used in the electronic design industry.