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Altium 365 Security Approach and Practices Whitepaper Cover

Altium 365 Security Approach and Practices The following whitepaper will help you understand the extensive security measures that underpin Altium 365. We’re committed to keeping your data safe, and we want to show you exactly how we do it. Read the whitepaper to understand better: The comprehensive security measures in Altium 365 implemented to protect your data Altium 365 GovCloud and how it can help you design PCBs and meet US government regulations Compliance certifications Read Article

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Constraint Manager The new Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 24 represents a significant advancement in design validation, efficiently aligning project details to save time and prevent errors. Easily browse, modify, and reuse constraint sets through a straightforward tabular interface, streamlining the design phase and improving transitions to production. Explore a more comprehensive approach to your design process by seamlessly connecting schematics and PCB Read Article

Why Altium Designer 20 is Different

Why Altium Designer 20 is Different Altium Designer 20 is a culmination of three initiatives that elevate it to an entirely new level. Here is what makes it so special. Read Article

Altium Designer Viewer Mode Datasheet

Altium Designer Viewer Mode Datasheet Securely view, print, and cross-probe single documents or entire projects in one comprehensive interface. Read Article

Manufacturing Checklists and Tools

Manufacturing Checklists and Tools When it comes to manufacturing, organization is critical. With so many different players involved in the design process (engineers, sourcing agents, manufacturers, etc.), maintaining documentation and utilizing checklists and other tools will keep everyone on the same page and avoid confusion. Additionally, checklists can help ensure that the PCB design is fully complete and ready to send for manufacturing, protecting you from any unexpected Read Article

PCB Designers

PCB Designers Get on the fast track to efficient, scalable growth and become an expert PCB Designer. Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software. Here we have a collection of PCB design articles related specifically to PCB Designers. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB Design careers in this Ebook. Or read the original, full-length content here: Implications of Growing Automotive PCB Market Share for PCB Designers PCB Designer Read Article

PCB Manufacturing Ebook

PCB Manufacturing Ebook Printed circuit boards have a huge foothold in our lives. They are found in everything from our TVs and computers, to our washing machines and watches. As a PCB designer, you understand the blood, sweat, and tears that make every board and the devices they serve a reality. It's rare that any PCB project goes smoothly from start to finish. However, there are a number of steps you can take to increase the efficiency and reduce the number of hiccups Read Article

Collaborative Design

Collaborative Design PCB Design is a complex field and every step you take to design and develop a board has its own set of best practices. But what will truly move the needle in your design process? Collaborative tools that keep your team not only focused but in the flow. Altium has pioneered collaborative design for EDA tools because Altium PCB design tools start each iteration with ultimate productivity in mind. Join us in an exploration of collaborative PCB Read Article

Using Net Ties to Meet PCB Design Requirements

Using Net Ties to Meet PCB Design Requirements The Net Tie is a Component Type that allows PCB Engineers and Designers flexibility when Handling a Variety of Design Challenges. This Paper Explores the Advantages to using Net Ties in Altium Designer to Join Multiple Nets (shorts) Into One Single Net at Very specific Locations in the PCB. Using Net Ties to Meet PCB Design Requirements: Defining a Net Tie component can just be a matter of specifying it in the Type field of the Component Read Article

PCB Panelization Using The Embedded Board Array

PCB Panelization Using The Embedded Board Array Every designer is concerned with producing the highest quality product as efficiently and effectively as possible. When you’re preparing your design for your PCB manufacturer, you need to ensure your board complies with DFM and is ready for maximum yield. The standard practice is to use PCB panelization to manufacture an array of PCBs in parallel. The complete set of DFM features and panelization tools in Altium Designer will help you prepare for Read Article

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3D-MID Take the guesswork out of your designs with the 3D-MID design tool in Altium Designer® 24! Immerse yourself in a dynamic design experience, visualizing, and editing your circuits in true 3D for unparalleled precision. In our brand new guide, you can learn about the capabilities and benefits of this feature. In addition, we will show examples of using MID (Mechatronic Integrated Device) technology. Read Article

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PCB CoDesign Design faster together with the innovative PCB CoDesign feature, exclusively available in Altium Designer. This new functionality adopts a collaborative approach by integrating schematic and PCB design, enabling multiple engineers to seamlessly work on the same project. Stay informed with instant update notifications, and effortlessly resolve conflicts through side-by-side comparisons. Explore more in our brand new manual detailing this Read Article

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Custom Pad Stack PCB design demands precision and adaptability. From thermal connections to pad shapes, every detail matters. Pads are no longer just points; they require unique, tailored solutions. Altium Designer 24 empowers you to customize pad shapes, fine-tune thermal relief, and master rounded/chamfered rectangle pads to meet manufacturing standards, conquer tight spaces, and truly elevate your design game. Dive deeper into this enhanced feature in our new Read Article

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PCB Layout Replication PCB Layout Replication in Altium Designer® 24 effortlessly speeds up your entire design process. Duplicate layouts for recurring circuit blocks and component groups to boost efficiency while cutting costs. Learn more about this brand-new feature in our quick guide. Read Article

Collaboration for Mechanical & PCB Designers

Collaboration for Mechanical & PCB Designers Enhance your product design process by enabling seamless collaboration between mechanical and PCB designers. Discover how Altium MCAD CoDesigner simplifies data exchange, eliminates inefficiencies, and boosts design quality. Read Article

How to Use Thermocouples in Your Next Project

How to Use Thermocouples in Your Next Project Thermocouples are the final sensor type in a series where we look at all the main types of temperature sensors you might use in an electronics project. In this series, we have looked at the various ways to implement different temperature sensors in your project. At the end of the series, we’ll be putting the sensors and implementations in a head to head competition using real-world conditions. Through this real-world testing, will gain a better Read Article

Backdrilling

Backdrilling in PCB Design: An Easy Way to Improve Via Signal Integrity Backdrilling in Altium Designer is one of the easiest ways to improve via signal integrity. Read on to learn about back drilled vias and more. Read Article