ODB++

ODB++: CAD to CAM Data Exchange File Hierarchy Format for PCB Fabrication

Electronic devices feature printed circuit boards that begin as PCB designs before fabrication. Traditionally, contract manufacturers relied on Gerber files created by Computer Aided Design systems to get PCB designs, but these have serious drawbacks. For instance, they lacked critical information that prompted delays between design and manufacturing. ODB++ came into the market to solve […]

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PCBA Drawing: What Are the Basic Requirements for Assembly Drawing?

Generally, you can create a convenient and precise assembly drawing file in many ways, especially for your manufacturer. As a result, it is recommendable for designers to be aware of the information included in the PCBA drawing file. In today’s article, we will define PCB assembly drawing, then give you an outline of what you […]

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Laser Direct Imaging: LDI in PCB Manufacturing

Etching and printing the pattern on the copper-clad laminates is one of the crucial steps in manufacturing circuit boards. The imaging procedure is fundamental in developing the PCB design as it outlines the circuit traces. Although the typical imaging procedures require UV light and phototool fill when transmitting images, Laser Direct Imaging employs computerized laser irradiation. […]

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