Simon Mugo Oct 04,2023 5105

Relays Part 1: Introduction to PCBs Relay’s Basic Theory

IntroductionIn power electronics, power flow control is one of the critical areas if you need to have a successful system performance. The system's success is determined by the stability of the power ...

Relay

PCBWay Oct 03,2023 13614

What are Stitching Vias? | PCB Knowledge

Definition of Stitching Vias Unlike regular vias used for signal routing and electrical continuity between different layers of a PCB, stitching vias form an array strategically placed within larger co...

Mia Sep 28,2023 9563

How to Distinguish between Active Crystal Oscillator and Passive Crystal Oscillator?

Definition of Crystal OscillatorA crystal oscillator, in electronic circuits, is divided into two types: active crystal oscillator and passive crystal oscillator. A passive crystal oscillator is a non...

Active Crystal Oscillator Passive Crystal Oscillator

Mia Sep 25,2023 7926

How to Set Shortcut Key in Cadence Allegro PCB Editor?

Setting shortcut key in Allegro can significantly improve work efficiency and lower body burden. In this article, we will introduce the three methods to set shortcut key:Directly defined in the Allegr...

shortcut key Allegro PCB Editor

PCBWay Sep 22,2023 5248

Three Exhibitions PCBWay Will Attend

We are excited to bring the news that from September to November this year, PCBWay will participate in three new exhibitions. They are Electronics & Applications 2023, SIANE Industries 2023 and Ad...

Mia Sep 21,2023 6123

PCB Design Tips for Assembly

In the modern electronics manufacturing industry, PCB design is a crucial phase. A well-thought-out and precise PCB design not only enhances circuit performance but also reduces production and mainten...

PCB Assembly DFA DFM

PCBWay Sep 20,2023 4866

HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair is on its Way!

We are thrilled to announce that PCBWay will attend the upcoming HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition). During the exhibition, we will be presenting a variety of samples for demonstration,...

Mia Sep 15,2023 16261

SMD VS NSMD

SMD (Solder Mask Defined) and NSMD (Non-Solder Mask Defined) refer to the way copper pads on a printed circuit board (PCB) are exposed. This seemingly minor detail in PCB pad design, which used to go ...

SMD NSMD Solder Mask Defined Non-Solder Mask Defined

PCBWay Sep 15,2023 6736

What do you know about copper weight? | PCB Knowledge

What Copper Weight Means? Copper weight refers to the amount of copper on each square foot of the PCB surface, measured in ounces per square foot (oz/ft²). However, we often encounter another term, co...

copper weight copper thickness

PCBWay Sep 13,2023 5293

Import Control System 2 (ICS2)

The following content is provided by fedex official websiteThe European Union (EU) is strengthening safety and security at customs through a large-scale information system called Import Cont...

ICS2 EORI HS code goods description

PCBWay Sep 07,2023 6088

Welcome to the PCBWay 6th Project Design Contest!

So far, PCBWay has successfully hosted 5 editions of design contests. Under the diverse themes of previous contests, we have received numerous high-quality and creative projects, allowing us to apprec...

PCBWay 6th Project Design Contest

Simon Mugo Sep 05,2023 28631

Understanding the Single-Phase Full Wave Converter

IntroductionPreviously, we had a look at the single-phase semi-converter design. We noted that the converter utilizes the technology of two thyristors and two diodes in its bridge circuit supported by...

Single-Phase Full Wave Converter

Mia Sep 01,2023 7754

What are USB connectors?

USB is a Universal Serial Bus interface standard used to connect computers and external devices, enabling them to perform data transfer and communication. The USB standard was designed to simplify the...

USB USB2.0 USB3.0 Type C PCB Design

Anson Aug 31,2023 10311

8-100V to 5V-1A DC to DC Buck Converter using MP9486

By Hesam Moshiri, Anson BaoCopyright: Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs (CC-BY-NC-ND)DC-to-DC buck converters are utilized ubiquitously in electronic devices. Three major types of non-isolated DC-to-...

DC to DC power

PCBWay Aug 28,2023 10099

What is QFN Package? | PCB Knowledge

The purpose of packageICs, unlike resistors and capacitors, require a higher level of protection, electrical connections, and heat dissipation. To meet these needs, IC packages serve a crucial role. T...

QFN QFP IC Package

Mia Aug 23,2023 7274

How to Create a SMD footprint using the Allegro PCB Editor?

We learned about how to creat the pads of 0603 footprint in How to Create SMD pad in Cadence Allegro. In this tutorial, we will continue to demonstrate the process of creating footprint by taking the ...

Tutorial SMD footprint Cadence 17.2 Allegro PCB Editor

PCBWay Aug 22,2023 6780

How to Deal if the Crystal Oscillator does not Oscillate?

The crystal oscillator is a commonly used clock source in electronic equipment, which is often used to provide a stable clock signal. However, sometimes the crystal oscillator may encounter a problem ...

crystal oscillator

PCBWay Aug 16,2023 12257

Types and Identification Methods of Varistors

Varistors are commonly employed in circuits for overvoltage protection, such as shielding electronic components from damage caused by excessive voltage. When the voltage in the circuit exceeds a prede...

Varistor