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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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Tag Archives: Layout

Circuit Boards: A Guide to Choosing Materials

At Advanced Circuits, we offer critical solutions for clients in virtually every industry, from prototyping to final products. Whether you have ultra-demanding requirements or simply need a partner capable of producing a single design one time, we can help. One … Continue reading

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Benefits of PCB Layout Software

In the past, it could take a lot of time to design a printed circuit board even before the first prototype was made. The design process, which is where much of the work is done, is complex. There are many … Continue reading

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Optimize Your PCB Layout

PCBs are the foundation of electrical devices all around us – from children’s toys to kitchen appliances to the smartphone you’re probably using to read this article. To function, these items all rely on a functioning PCB or printed circuit … Continue reading

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PCB Layout Tips: Before You Start

One of the most important aspects of electronic product design is the PCB layout. For this reason, Advanced Circuits offers PCB Artist, a professional-grade PCB layout software that is free and lets you create up to 28 layer PCBs and … Continue reading

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PCB Layout Considerations | Blog

Printed circuit board (PCB) layout may be considered sort of an art form by circuit designers, and there is much truth to that. Creating the most reliable, functional, yet cost-effective circuit and finished PCB can be a challenging task, especially … Continue reading

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Collaboration Essential for Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing

The ability for a printed circuit board designer to collaborate with the rest of his or her team is essential for on-time product delivery and quality. As electronic products hitting the market need to be faster and smaller than their … Continue reading

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Pulsonix PCB Layout Software from Advanced Circuits

As the needs of engineers and the printed circuit board industry continue to change and evolve, it is necessary to be able to produce PCBs that are designed to meet these needs. Pulsonix is a new era in PCB layout … Continue reading

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Tips from Advanced Circuits on Designing PCBs

Tips from Advanced Circuits on Designing PCBs When designing your custom printed circuit boards, you want to get the most functionality while also being able to have easier assembly. Using copper fill, for example, can help reduce heat and increase … Continue reading

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