Posts about Manufacturing Processes (2)
Designing for Precision: Controlled Impedance in Flexible Circuits
As electronic devices shrink and signal speeds increase, one design requirement becomes mission-crit...
Bending Without Breaking: How Flexible Circuits Are Tested for Reliability
Flexible circuits are built to bend—but only when designed and tested to handle real-world mechanica...
Embedding Performance: How Passive Components Are Integrated into Flexible Circuits
As electronic devices evolve to become smaller, smarter, and more power-efficient, engineers are und...
Designing for HDI PCB and Fine-Line Etching: What You Need to Know
As devices shrink and performance demands grow, engineers are turning to High-Density Interconnect (...
Kapton Etching in Flex Circuit Manufacturing: Key Materials & Processes
In the world of flexible electronics, polyimide films like Kapton® (a DuPont trademark) are a founda...
Rigid-Flex Circuit Design Tips for Reliable Performance
Rigid-flex PCBs combine the best of both worlds—the durability of rigid boards and the versatility o...
Why AOI and Quality Control Matter in PCB and Flex PCB
Why AOI and Quality Control Matter in PCB and Flex Circuit Manufacturing When it comes to PCB and fl...
How to Protect Your Flex Circuits: Strain Relief and Tear Resistance Strategies
How to Protect Your Flex Circuits: Strain Relief and Tear Resistance Strategies Flexible circuits—su...
Designing High Voltage PCBs: Key Layout and Material Considerations
When working with high-voltage circuits, design priorities shift. While many PCBs focus on high-spee...
Outsourcing Supply Chain Expertise
There was a time when business success was measured by how much a company could do in-house. From ra...
Cut PCB Waste & Cut Costs — Smart Nesting Strategies for Flex & Rigid-Flex Designs
Optimizing how parts are arranged on a raw-material panel isn’t just a fabrication detail — it’s a m...
Choosing the Right PCB Separation Method for Your Project
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturing involves precise processes, not just in design and compone...
Designing Extra-Long Flexible Circuits: Challenges & Solutions
FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) manufacturing has evolved significantly, with both panel-based and ro...
Understanding Copper Limits & Bend Radius in Flex PCBs
Whether you're designing for a high-durability dynamic application or a compact static installation,...
Understanding the Multi-Purpose Role of Flux in PCB Assembly
Flux is a fundamental material in the electronics manufacturing process, particularly in the assembl...
How Advanced Processes Are Transforming PCB Manufacturing
PCB manufacturing is evolving fast as devices become smaller, faster, and more reliable. New fabrica...
Tooling in Flex PCB Manufacturing: Fixtures, Artwork & Testing
In Part 1 of this series, we discussed the essential role of mechanical tooling in Flexible Printed ...
Understanding Tooling in Flex PCB Manufacturing: Mechanical Tooling
At PICA Manufacturing Solutions, producing high-quality Flexible Printed Circuits (FPCs) involves a ...