PCBWay Feb 05,2025 64582

Impact of the New U.S. Tariff Policy on Customs Clearance

Update on June 24thCurrent Tax Rates for Various PCBWay Products:Bare PCBs: 55%Assembled boards: 45%Steel and aluminum (CNC, stencil, etc.): 95%Others: Basic tax rates plus 30%News Update：Updated on M...

Anson Apr 01,2022 84584

PCBWay Plug-In for KiCad

Send your layout to PCBWay for instant production with just one click.Have you ever thought that when you complete the design on KiCad, you can place an order on pcbway with just one click?Now this id...

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Anson Jul 29,2022 16153

PCBWay Plug-In for FreeCAD

Send your 3D design to PCBWay for instant production with just one click.PCBWay's 3D & CNC services always well received by our customers. Now we have an in-depth cooperation with FreeCAD.FreeCAD ...

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PCBWay Oct 24,2024 5821

PCBWay Plug-In for OpenSCAD

We are excited to announce that we have welcomed a new partner! PCBWay has recently collaborated with OpenSCAD to integrate the PCBWay plug-in into the software. This means that from now on, users can...

PCBWay Oct 11,2023 9886

PCBWay Fabrication Toolkit for Kicad

Recently, PCBWay added a plug-in called PCBWay Fabrication Toolkit to Kicad: With just one click of the mouse, four files can be exported from the layout file automatically: Gerber file, IPC-Netlist f...

Mila Dec 05,2025 54

Rigid-Flex PCB Stack-Up

Rigid-Flex PCBs combine rigid circuit boards and flexible circuits into one integrated structure. They include robust rigid areas for component assembly and flexible areas that can bend or fold, with ...

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Mila Dec 03,2025 167

10 Ways to Reduce CNC Machining Costs: Practical Design Tips

CNC machining cost is mainly determined by machining time, material selection, setup time, and tool requirements. When a design includes special features such as very tight tolerances or ultra-thin wa...

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William Harter Dec 01,2025 168

A desbription of my next share project.

My upcoming share project is a digital analog clock. The design uses a circle of 60 LEDs to indicate minutes and 24 LEDs to represent hours and half-hours. For the minutes, there are six groups of ten...

Mila Nov 28,2025 367

Essential Tips for Compact PCB Designs: Practical Layout Strategies for Limited Space

As electronic devices continue to shrink in size, their internal circuits must also become smaller. Product miniaturization has become a strong industry trend, creating new challenges for engineers wo...

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Anson Nov 25,2025 417

PCBWay × KiCad Black Friday & Christmas Joint Promotion

PCBWay is excited to collaborate with KiCad to bring an exclusive offer to the global maker and engineering community. As part of our Black Friday and Christmas joint promotion, KiCad users will enjoy...

Mila Nov 24,2025 878

ESP32 vs ESP32-S3: Key Differences, Performance Comparison, and PCB Design Considerations

Since the ESP32 series entered the market, it has reshaped the landscape of embedded development and the Internet of Things. The ESP32 microcontroller became widely adopted thanks to its exceptional p...

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Mila Nov 19,2025 1023

3D Printing File Formats: STL vs OBJ– Differences, Pros & Cons

In the 3D printing workflow, 3D printing file formats act as the essential bridge between digital models and physical manufacturing. They form the starting point that transforms creativity into realit...

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Mila Nov 14,2025 1306

Designing Threads, Inserts & Joints for 3D Printing: Essential Tips for Reliability

In 3D printing, the build volume of most printers limits the maximum size of parts that can be printed as a single piece. Large models often need to be split into several smaller sections for separate...

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Mila Nov 11,2025 981

10 Ways to Reduce 3D Printing Costs Through Smarter Design Optimization

Compared with traditional manufacturing, 3D printing design optimization enables an integrated workflow from design to production, offering substantial economic and social benefits.At the prototyping ...

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Mila Nov 07,2025 962

PCB Layout Design Guidelines: Placement and Routing

Overview of PCB Layout and RoutingIn PCB design, layout is a critical stage that directly determines the quality of the routing. A well-organized layout ensures efficient signal paths and reliable pow...

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Mila Nov 05,2025 511

What Is Test Firmware: Key Differences Between Test Firmware and Embedded Software

In hardware design process, especially for complex projects, we often recommend developing dedicated testing firmware to perform comprehensive hardware validation. In this article, we will explain the...

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Mila Nov 03,2025 546

What Are Brass Inserts in 3D Printing: Uses, Benefits, and Basic Design Tips

Since most 3D printing materials are plastic-based, traditional post-processing methods such as cutting or tapping threads often fail to meet durability requirements. To achieve stronger and more reli...

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Mila Oct 27,2025 936

High Current Trace Design Considerations in PCB Layout

High Current PCB is a special type of circuit board designed to carry large amounts of current. Compared to ordinary PCBs, it can handle more power, which makes it indispensable in many high-power app...

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Mila Oct 21,2025 1099

Power and Ground Plane Design Considerations in PCB Layout

The power and ground planes form the backbone of a stable and efficient PCB design. The ground plane acts as a common reference point for all electrical signals and provides a low-impedance return pat...

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William Harter Oct 18,2025 734

Starting a New KiCad Project from an Existing One

This year, I began learning KiCad and currently have four shared projects on PCBWay. Recently, I initiated a new project by leveraging an existing one as a template. If you have a working project and ...