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Tag Archives: circuit board design tools

Make Surface-Mount Technology Part of Your PCB Design

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Ashley King

Surface-mount technology, or SMT, is a process that is being used by major manufacturers and designers of printed circuit boards, or PCBs. Appearing in almost any electronic device, they are technologies that bring a tremendous advantage and many benefits. Is … Continue reading →

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After Design: What to Know about Working with Your PCB Manufacturer

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Ashley King

Once you have designed your printed circuit board, it’s time to send off the schematics to a fabricator, also called a PCB manufacturer. This is the point at which the project leaves your hands – there are no further chances … Continue reading →

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What to Look for When Considering PCB Design Software

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Ashley King

Designing PCBs (printed circuit boards) requires more than just an in-depth understanding of the circuit that you’re trying to build. You need the benefits that come from experience and the ability to bring innovative technologies and techniques to bear. PCB … Continue reading →

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Printed Circuit Board Design Using PCB Artist™ – Part 1

Posted on July 17, 2019 by

Advanced Circuits’ PCB Artist™ is a free and completely unrestricted printed circuit board design software that allows users the ability to create up to 28 layer boards with its Multipage Schematics, Controlled Autorouter, and components library of over 500k parts.  … Continue reading →

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Circuit Board Discounts & Sponsorship Program For Students

Posted on February 11, 2019 by

Advanced Circuits’ Student Program was created to support engineering students with discounted and free printed circuit boards for qualifying class projects and school competitions.  We have been committed to supporting student-led engineering projects and competitions across all major U.S. colleges … Continue reading →

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