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As experts in the manufacture and assembly of printed circuit boards, we work to make our blog a helpful resource on PCB topics and the industries that we work with, including automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace and many more. Here you'll find insights into PCB design, tech trends, assembly issues, and trending topics in the general news media as they relate to printed circuit board technology.

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Understand Printed Circuit Board Design for Better Creations

A printed circuit board design is one of the most commonly used parts of most types of electronics. Large and small electronics, whether they are simple or extremely complex, make use of quality printed circuit boards to ensure they are … Continue reading

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A Guide to Understanding the Printed Circuit Board

The printed circuit board (PCB) is one of the most important elements in the world of electronics today. Whether it is a state-of-the-art computer or a small, simple electronic object, PCBs help to bring them to life. The board will … Continue reading

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Benefits of Printed Circuit Boards

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are a massive part of just about every piece of electronic equipment that we have in our everyday lives. The computer you use, the phone in your pocket, your television, and so much more rely on … Continue reading

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Printed Circuit Board Design Is Never One Size Fits All

PCBs or printed circuit boards have been in use for a long time and they are in demand across a diversity of industries, especially electronics of all kinds. Though many consumers assume that circuit board design is a uniform matter … Continue reading

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HDI PCB Capabilities Matter in Modern Electronics Manufacturing

HDI PCB or High-Density Interconnector Printed Control Boards, are essential for many of today’s higher-end electronics. With finer lines and spaces, higher connection pad density and other refinements, they enhance electrical performance; as they help reduce both the size and … Continue reading

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Enjoy Flawless Printed Circuit Board Design Without a Visit to the Production Facility

Over the years, printed circuit board design has grown into a crucial step in almost all electronics production processes. And in the past, one of the most common demands prior to initiating any sort of project that included printed circuit … Continue reading

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The Basics of Printed Circuit Board Assembly

Printed circuit board assembly, also known as “stuffing” or “populating the bare printed circuit board is quite an intricate process involving many different phases.  Advanced Circuits’ in house printed circuit board assembly service makes ordering your turnkey printed circuit boards … Continue reading

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A Trusted Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing Partner

Advanced Circuits has been a pioneer in the printed circuit board manufacturing industry since 1989, always innovating to create the best quality, service, and fast turn times with expanded capabilities.  We have grown to become North America’s third largest PCB … Continue reading

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Join Advanced Circuits at The Del Mar Electronics & Manufacturing Show

Booth No. 521 May 3rd, 2017 – 10:00 AM-5:00 PM May 4th, 2017 – 10:00 AM-3:00 PM The Advanced Circuits team will be exhibiting at the Del Mar Electronics & Manufacturing Show. A two day event that covers electronic components, … Continue reading

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Surface Mount Technology Assembly for Printed Circuit Boards | Blog

Surface Mount Technology and Assembly Implications Surface mount technology (SMT) is a design and fabrication process that replaces the through-hole mounting of PCB components with direct placement on the printed circuit board surface. Fortunately, SMT components and packages are largely standardized … Continue reading

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