A fine-line HDI PCB is used for compact electronics that require fine-pitch components, microvias, dense routing and stable signal performance. It helps reduce board size while improving circuit density and reliability. This guide covers key design rules, trace width and spacing, materials, stackup, SAP vs mSAP, manufacturing process, quality testing, cost factors and supplier selection. … [Read more…]
Heat dissipation board is a thermal management board used to move heat away from electronic and electrical components, helping products work more safely and reliably. This article explains what heat dissipation boards are, which board types are commonly used, where they are needed, how to estimate heat in electrical panels, and how to choose a … [Read more…]
Is a 5G circuit board project difficult due to RF loss, material mismatch, impedance issues, prototype failure, or assembly gaps? EBest provides design review, prototype support, PCB fabrication, assembly, and turnkey delivery to reduce production risk, improve manufacturability, and support stable high-frequency PCB performance. What problems do OEM teams often face when sourcing 5G circuit … [Read more…]
A 101 capacitor has a capacitance value of 100 pF, which equals 0.1 nF or 0.0001 µF. It is commonly used in RF circuits, timing circuits, oscillator circuits, signal filtering, sensor circuits and some high-voltage PCB applications. The marking “101” follows the standard three-digit capacitor code. The first two digits form the base number, and … [Read more…]
Davinder Lotay Davinder Lotay is a respected UK business leader and Managing Director of Altimex Ltd, a UK specialist in high-reliability PCB assembly, bespoke LED lighting, interconnect solutions, and fibre optics. With over 20 years of experience in sectors, Davinder has led the delivery of precision-engineered solutions for a range of industries where quality, compliance, … [Read more…]
What is PCB in IoT, and why does it matter for reliable smart devices? In every connected product, the PCB supports sensors, wireless modules, power circuits, connectors, and control components, making it the hardware foundation of IoT performance. A well-designed PCB in IoT can improve wireless stability, battery life, signal accuracy, assembly yield, and long-term … [Read more…]
Davinder Lotay Davinder Lotay is a respected UK business leader and Managing Director of Altimex Ltd, a UK specialist in high-reliability PCB assembly, bespoke LED lighting, interconnect solutions, and fibre optics. With over 20 years of experience in sectors, Davinder has led the delivery of precision-engineered solutions for a range of industries where quality, compliance, … [Read more…]
Automotive PCB fabrication is more than producing a circuit board for a vehicle. It is about building a reliable electrical foundation for control modules, lighting systems, sensors, power electronics, battery systems, and connected automotive devices where heat, vibration, current load, impedance stability, and long service life all matter. This article explains how automotive PCB projects … [Read more…]
Understanding how PCB assembly works means understanding where projects succeed or fail. It is not just a sequence of steps, it is a controlled process where early decisions affect cost, timelines, and long-term reliability. Design choices influence manufacturability, material and component selection affect performance and availability, assembly methods define density and durability, and testing confirms … [Read more…]
How thick gold conductor printed on ceramic PCB depends on the manufacturing method, conductor paste, firing profile, circuit function, and required reliability level. In thick-film ceramic PCB production, printed gold conductors are commonly around 5–20 μm after firing. Many commercial gold conductor pastes are designed around 6–12 μm fired thickness for one print pass. If … [Read more…]