copper used on pcb

The Importance of Copper to Move Electricity Through PCBs

Printed circuit boards are necessary components of most electrical devices. Today’s PCBs have several layers to them: the substrate, traces, solder mask, and silkscreen. One of the most important materials on a PCB is copper, and there are several reasons why copper is used instead of other alloys like aluminum or tin. 

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How to Minimize Pollution and Waste in the PCB Manufacturing Industry

Regardless of the industry, manufacturers should all pay close attention to how much waste and pollution they create. Customers often chose products because the manufacturers are committed to reducing waste.  The electronics and the printed circuit board industry is known for producing waste that raises concerns about global ecological issues, especially since they use so many...

why are printed circuit boards green

How Did Printed Circuit Boards Become the Standard Green That They Are Today?

Printed circuit boards are the ubiquitous components used in all electronic devices. These little boards are made of reinforced glass fiber with epoxy resin. On the outside, the PCB has a layer called the solder mask. It is the solder mask that gives the boards their iconic green color. With all of the different colors...

PCB Assembly

What is PCB Assembly?

A printed circuit board (PCB) is the board that uses conductive traces and other features etched into the copper foil to electrically connect electronic devices. These boards give electronic devices the ability to function smoothly through the easy movement of electric power. Printed circuit boards need to be engineered, then printed before they can be...

what does circuit board contain

What Does a Printed Circuit Board Contain?

Every electronic device has at least one printed circuit board (PCB). These are the circuit boards that include numerous components and connect to other boards. These plastic boards and the components soldered to them provide the basic electric technology that runs everything from complicated computers and smartphones to basic home appliances, like microwaves and coffee...

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What is Slowing Down Your PCB Prototyping Production?

In today’s competitive market, time is money. Product success is often determined by how quickly it can be delivered, so businesses cannot afford to lose time. Working with a PCB partner can save your business time, and therefore, money. Businesses that specialize in manufacturing PCBs can do it quickly and efficiently, so you can get...

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What to Look For in an Onshore Manufacturer

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the way business is done and how people interact, US companies that rely on overseas manufacturing are looking for ways to move their work within the US borders. With overseas companies closing or significantly delaying their work, US manufacturers are re-evaluating their business initiatives as they search...

what is pcb

What is PCB Manufacturing? Everything You Need to Know

In the world of electronics, the printed circuit board (PCB) is ubiquitous. They come in several sizes and shapes, and they control how the device works. For many, the PCB looks like a small map, or a piece of modern art, rather than the brain of a high-tech device.  To make this intricate piece of technology,...

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Why You Should Partner With an Electronics Manufacturing Service for Your PCB Assembly

With competition at every corner, companies need to find an edge to consistently improve the bottom line. For any company that requires a printed circuit board, one effective way to get ahead of the competition is to partner with an electronic manufacturing service (EMS) to expertly handle your PCB assembly.  When you hire an EMS, they...