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Altium's resource library of presentations on PCB design and industry analysis.

How to Simplify PCB Design Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software. Benefits to the Unified Data Model Approach include not just time savings, but the potential of the Unified Data Model Approach is limitless. Consider the big picture and the very details that impact your projects' success. Click the PDF above to read more about How to Simplify PCB Design in this presentation overview. Or view the original content here: How to Simplify and Download PDF

ESD Protection For PCB Design From computers and televisions, to automobiles and kitchen appliances, PCBs are found in nearly every aspect of our lives-- many of our devices would not be possible without them. They are the brains of our electronics, and as such, it is of the utmost importance to do everything in our power to ensure our designs are protected from potentially catastrophic threats. Proper routing and schematics, component placement, and special attention to Download PDF

PCB Design Techniques to Reduce EMI Reduce EMI in your PCB designs. This presentation will discuss multiple ways good PCB design can help manage EMI interference on your board. It covers tips and tricks for basics and beyond, including: using EMI cans for shielding, proper grounding techniques, trace length, isolating AC and DC signals and differential pair routing. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB design techniques to reduce EMI in this presentation. Or view the original Download PDF

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Easy PCB Drawings With Draftsman Webinar Slides In case you missed our webinar on creating PCB drawings with draftsman, don’t worry because you can find all that good information right here, including the recorded webinar and also the presentation slides. For future webinars if there’s something you’d like to see add it to the comments. Key Takeaways Professional Draftsman is a professional tool within Altium Designer that allows you to create complete PCB fabrication and assembly drawings Download PDF

PCB Design Testing The most successful PCB designs a result from practice, but for your PCB to function as intended, you also need to test your design. By testing the electronic components of your board before manufacturing you can be sure that it will perform as you intended with your design. Schematic simulation does not guarantee the functionality, reliability or even manufacturability of your design. Applying good design for manufacturing (DFM) practices will Download PDF

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How to Automate PCB Design Effectively Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software. Learn how to automate as much as possible! Click the PDF above to read more about How to Automate PCB Design Effectively in this presentation overview. Or view the original content here: How to Automate your Component Management Process How to Automate your High-speed Design Process How to Automate your Design Review Process Download PDF

PCB Design Errors Reduce Errors in your PCB designs. This presentation will discuss multiple ways good PCB design can help manage errors on your board. It covers tips and tricks for basics and beyond. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB Design Errors in this presentation. Or view the original content here: Preventing Critical PCB Contamination: There Goes the Boom Is It Hot In Here or Is That Your PCB Shorting? Common Causes of PCB Shortages What's Worse Download PDF

PCB Manufacturing Production and Process Manufacturing a printed circuit board and designing a circuit board are two different things. As designers or electrical engineers who are now laying out boards, you may have some questions for your manufacturer that are best asked in advance. There is always an advantage to working closely with your fabricator. Consider the big picture and the very details that impact your projects' success. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB Download PDF

Modular 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? Modular Design 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 Modular PCB design and Download PDF

Schematic Capture Considerations Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software and master schematic capture. Benefits to the Unified Data Model Approach include not just time savings, but the potential of the Unified Data Model Approach is limitless. Consider the big picture and the very details that impact your projects' success. Click the PDF above to read more about schematic design in this presentation overview. Or view the original content here: High Download PDF

PCB Design Career and Team Tips Presentation Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software. Benefits to the Unified Data Model Approach include not just time savings, but the potential of the Unified Data Model Approach is limitless. Consider the big picture and the very details that impact your projects' success. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB Design Career & Team in this presentation overview. Or view the original content here: How to Become a PCB Download PDF

Bill of Materials Management In the past, many PCB designers were confined to tools that dictated when the Bill of Materials could be produced. But we know from years of experience that the Bill of Materials, or BOM, can change throughout the design process. We believe the decision should be up to you, which is why we strive to offer tools that embrace flexible and agile options for PCB designers and other professionals involved in the decision process. Click the PDF above Download PDF

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 Download PDF

Multiboard vs. Multilayer PCB Design Systems In the past, PCB designers were limited with system designs spanning more than one board. However, recent developments in mechanical CAD systems have given designers the ability to now design multiple boards for a system with relative ease. Thanks to 3D PCB design tool technology, designers are able to save both time and money previously spent on prototypes by confirming that their designs are system-ready. Click the PDF above to read more about Download PDF

Key Tips PIC Microcontroller Code If you use PIC Microcontroller Code then you have options when it comes to safety and security. Consider the big picture and the very details that impact your projects' success. Click the PDF above to read more Key Tips for PIC Microcontroller Code in this presentation. Or view the original content here: Give Them No Quarter: Preventing PIC Microcontroller Code from Being Duplicated Hide and Seek: Key Serial-Number Chips for PIC Microcontroller Download PDF