Differences Between Active vs. Passive Components
Passive components are foundational for every electronic device, even when a PCB is highly integrated with multiple ICs. When you...
PCB Design & Layouts
Converting Your Schematic to PCB Design Layout
Going from schematic to PCB design may not be as easy as you think. That is if you want your...
LM324n Datasheet: Quadruple Operational Amplifier
Can the LM324N datasheet alone be used for your PCB layout? Yes, but it is not advisable. To avoid footprint...
9 Ways to Overcome Electronic Supply Chain Challenges
Your knowledge of electronic supply chain challenges provides the power to take actions to mitigate the negative effects of these...
PCB Design Verification in Prototyping and the Transition to Production
The best PCB design verification is a collaborative process, where designer and CM employ tools that promote SW-HW integration, like...
Top PCB Assembly Testing Methods: The Future of An Augmented Reality Overlay
PCB Assembly Testing Methods are advancing to include AR overlays which allow for testing, debugging and troubleshooting parts, traces and...
The Next Generation of Brushless DC Motor Drivers: TI’s MCF8316A & MCT8316A
The brushless DC motor driver you choose can make a profound difference in the complexity and time needed for your...
Discrete vs. Passive Components: Key Elements to Know
Your choice of discrete vs passive components can significantly affect how you must layout your PCBA to ensure functionality and...
Examining Important Features of Microcontrollers for Embedded Design
Understanding the features of microcontrollers is the smart choice to optimize your embedded system design to fit your needs.
The Difference Between Evaluation Boards vs. Development Boards
When should you use an evaluation board vs. a development board? Furthermore, is there even a difference between these products?...
