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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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It’s Possible Now: Tiny Factories That Run on Printed Circuit Boards!

Just when you thought you’d heard of all the possible ways to use printed circuit boards, new ones emerge. First of all, what exactly are micro robots? They remind us of the organization you see from ants – only faster! … Continue reading

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How To Design Your Boards To Keep PCB Assembly Costs Low

When planning and designing for your printed circuit board and assembly project, there a many ways to ensure you are keeping your costs low for PCB assembly.  Advanced Circuits understands that keeping your costs as low as possible is very important to … Continue reading

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Limited Time Only: PCB Assembly Special Promo

Advanced Circuits has become North America’s leading one-stop-solution for printed circuit board fabrication and Quickturn Small Quantity PCB Assembly Services.  Providing advanced PCB capabilities for high reliability and powerful performance to meet the most demanding requirements and specifications. For a … Continue reading

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The Need for Chemical-Free PCB Fabrication & Assembly | Advanced Circuits

Around the world, it is becoming more important than ever for electronics companies and parts manufacturers to eliminate harmful materials from the PCB assembly and fabrication processes. Just as initiatives in the United States require companies to eliminate certain materials … Continue reading

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PCB – Printed Circuit Board Fun Projects for Kids | Advanced Circuits

At Advanced Circuits we take pride in sponsoring youth science competitions and we offer students discounts on PCBs for use in their engineering projects. We also keep an eye out for fun ways that young people can learn more about … Continue reading

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Precision in PCB Assembly

When working with electronics and such small components during PCB assembly, having the right touch is essential. A simple miscue such as a component not being placed in an exact spot can ruin the entire board and force the process … Continue reading

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Is Waterproofing for Printed Circuit Boards Near?

Consumer electronics and professional devices have come a long way since the turn of the century in terms of both hardware capabilities and available features. With better battery life and faster processing, smartphones have quickly become a necessity for nearly … Continue reading

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B2B Points to Growth for Printed Circuit Boards

The PCB industry is constantly fluctuating, as manufacturers and assemblers work to fill the needs of device makers. As such, it is not surprising to see times when overall orders for printed circuit boards are down. Despite shipments in North … Continue reading

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Developing Efficient Printed Circuit Boards and Batteries for Vehicles

Safe & Reliable Power Sources – The Role of PCB Boards A lot of focus in recent years has been on developing long-lasting and environmentally friendly power sources for cars, trucks and other vehicles. This includes for electric bicycles and … Continue reading

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Existing Printed Circuit Boards Lead to Future Success

Re-Use PCB Modules for Designing New Products During the research and development process it can be time consuming to start from scratch, especially when working on a tight budget. By taking elements of your existing printed circuit boards and their … Continue reading

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