In today’s electronics world, component densities are rising, geometries are shrinking, and reliability expectations are higher than ever. Failures at the board level can jeopardize product launches, erode customer trust, and lead to costly recalls. Simply put: what you don’t see can kill your design. That’s where inspection technologies like...
Polymer Thick Film (Printed Electronics): Thin, Flexible, and Designed for the Human BodyPolymer Thick Film (PTF) technology, commonly referred to as printed electronics, is becoming the foundation for a new generation of wearable medical devices. Instead of relying on rigid copper circuitry, PTF systems...
When space is tight, or when PCBs need to mate with enclosures, panels, or external interfaces, edge-mounted boards can offer a clean, compact solution. From USB daughtercards to LED bars and RF modules, mounting a board by its edge—rather than using standoffs or full-surface contact—can simplify mechanical design and reduce...
Modern electronics pack more power into tighter spaces than ever. That heat has to go somewhere. Metal Core Printed Circuit Boards (MCPCBs) solve the problem at its source by building a heat-spreading layer directly into the board. PICA Manufacturing Solutions designs and manufactures aluminum- and...
Modern electronics are expected to run hotter, switch faster, and survive harsher environments than ever. Standard FR-4 hits its limits quickly in these scenarios. Ceramic printed circuit boards (PCBs) step in with exceptional thermal conductivity, electrical insulation, and mechanical stability, enabling compact, long-life designs in power, RF/microwave,...
This blog is an introduction to a white paper that contains additional information on surface finishes including: Immersion Silver or Tin, OSP (Organic Solderability Preservatives), HASL (Hot Air Solder Leveling), Carbon Ink, and Combination Finishes (e.g., Hard Gold/OSP, Soft Gold/OSP, Gold Immersion/OSP). Click the button below to request the full...
Ceramic substrate PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) represent a significant advancement in circuit board technology, especially when compared to traditional FR4 boards commonly used in electronics. These ceramic-based boards are gaining popularity due to their superior heat management, stability, and reliability. Ceramic Printed Circuit Boards are increasingly employed in...
