PCB Routing

Routing in your PCB makes copper connections between components, and best routing practices will help ensure signal integrity, low crosstalk, and low EMI. Browse our library of resources to learn more about routing in your PCB and how the best PCB layout software helps you obey routing rules and signaling standards.

Will RS485 Survive Wireless Communication Technology

The RS485 Interface in a Wireless World I am a huge fan of the Nokia 3310 that made a comeback in the mobile phone industry a few years ago. If you’ve never used one in your life then you’re missing out on one of the most reliable and durable mobile phones in recent history. Unlike the early 2000’s, it’s not easy to find mobile phones that can double as a hammer or fall into the Grand Canyon and survive. In the world of electrical design, RS485 communication offers a similar robustness Read Article

Considerations for Designing a High Voltage PCB I used to think that high voltage applications were only used in power engineering. Since I had no desire to work at a power plant or transformer station, I was safe from having to learn high voltage PCB design considerations. Alas, my interest in space applications proved me wrong and forced me to confront my laziness. It turns out high voltage applications show up in almost every industry, from manufacturing and power plants to medical and Read Article

Pros and Cons of Different High-Frequency Transmission Line Types You already know that dating is something I struggle with. After my failed attempts at blind dates and speed dating, I decided it was time to try online dating. I found a nice woman who said she was my age and set up a date. Upon arrival, I found out that I’d been catfished--that wasn’t actually her in the picture! Needless to say, it didn’t go well. It made me realize that I should have done a bit more research about my date and online Read Article