Design for Manufacturing (DFM) | PCB Design Resources

The SMTA is an international non-profit with chapters across the world in the US, Canada, Mexico, India, Europe, Brazil, Hong

ECAD/MCAD Co-design for PCB Manufacturing with 3D Printing 5 min Blog

It is ironic that PCB design has helped drive the adoption of new technology in all industries, including manufacturing automation

Process Engineering for Advanced Assembly with Chao Vang and Sebastian Weber 4 min OnTrack

What is the first step for process engineering? Review files for special assembly notes, identify designs that aren’t necessarily the best for manufacturing and communicate on issues immediately.

Rigid-Flex Prototyping Tips 5 min Blog

Question: What are a few key tips for flex and rigid-flex prototyping? My answer to this question is simple: OVER

How to Buy PC Boards From a Board Shop 3 min OnTrack

Want to know how to buy the best boards? In this OnTrack podcast episode Greg Papandrew shares his better board buying tips. Listen in or watch now to learn more.

500 Assembled Boards and All of Them Unusable 9 min Blog

Recently, I received 500 assembled boards and all of them were unusable. It’s always one of the most exciting yet

Why Doesn’t Every Application Use Rigid Flex Technology? 4 min Blog

Why Doesn’t Every Application Use Rigid Flex Technology? Good Question! Rigid-flex technology is a hybrid between rigid boards and flexible