5 Benefits of Having Countersunk Holes in PCB Designhttps://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/pcb-countersunk-holes-796x1024.jpeg7961024Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Countersunk holes in PCBs are becoming an increasingly common feature in advanced electronic designs. These countersunk screws have a circular head with a flat top and a PZ recess which…
Blind vs Buried Via: Which is Best for PCBs?https://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/blind-vs-buried-via-1024x683.jpg1024683Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Vias play an essential role in PCB (Printed Circuit Board) design, creating pathways that connect various layers of a circuit. With electronic devices becoming increasingly compact and sophisticated, advanced PCB…
The Complete Guide to Routing PCB Componentshttps://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/pcb-routing-1024x687.jpg1024687Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) routing plays a central role in electronic design, turning concepts into functional devices. Whether you’re an experienced engineer or a technical enthusiast, understanding how to route…
4 Ways to Drill Holes in a PCBhttps://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/drill-pcb-1024x685.jpg1024685Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Drilling holes in printed circuit boards (PCBs) is a large part of electronics manufacturing and DIY projects. Whether you’re working on a multi-layered board for a commercial product or a…
How to Solder a Printed Circuit Boardhttps://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/soldering-pcb-1024x631.jpg1024631Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Soldering is a key skill in electronics, used for assembling printed circuit boards (PCBs) and creating strong electrical connections. For beginners, the process may seem challenging, but with the right…
What is a PCB Schematic Design?https://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/pcb-design-1024x677.jpg1024677Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
In electronics design, a PCB schematic is the starting point for creating a printed circuit board (PCB). It turns circuit designs into a graphical representation, outlining how components connect and…
ENIG vs Hard Gold: Which Surface Coating is Best for a PCB?https://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/enig-pcb-1024x678.jpg1024678Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Surface coatings significantly impact PCB manufacturing, influencing the performance, reliability, and durability of the board. Two popular options for PCB surface coating are Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold (ENIG) and Hard…
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are the unsung heroes of modern electronics, powering everything from smartphones to medical devices. Since their invention, PCBs have revolutionised how we design and manufacture technology,…
The Ultimate Guide to Backplane PCBshttps://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/backplane-pcb-1024x683.jpg1024683Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
A backplane PCB serves as a central connector in electronic systems, linking multiple circuit boards to allow efficient communication and power sharing. It is widely used in high-performance servers, telecom…
PCA vs PCB: What’s the Difference?https://altimex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/pca-vs-pcb-1024x659.jpg1024659Davinder LotayDavinder Lotayhttps://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bdc86619431e0ef4cf071fdbeed80f58?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Electronic components are a major part of modern devices, powering innovation and functionality across various industries. Among these components, Printed Circuit Assemblies (PCA) and Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) are two…