
This section talks about the types of PCBs. Like rigid PCB, flex, and rigid-flex.
This section talks about different gerber viewers available in the market. I revied lots of free and cheap gerber viewers and make my recommendations based on my understanding of the softwares.
This section talks about how to use documentation to keep track of part numbers and revisions between PCB design, PCB manufacturing, and PCB assembly. The importance of proper documentation.
A sample document is attached for students to use at their desceration.
Difference between company specifications vs industry specifications vs IPC specifications vs customer requirements.
Before starting to design the PCB, understanding all related specifications is of utmost importance.
ODB++
Gereber274
Gerber274x
Drill & Rout files
Requirements
Supplier input & feedback
1 layer
2 layer
Multilayer
Different FINISH types
Problems associated with different FINISH types
FINISH applications
Different Colors
Common Issues
Requirements
Supplier input & feedback
Minimum Drill Size Minimum
Drill Hole Spacing
Minimum Clearance: Drills to Rout
Minimum Clearance: Rout to Rout
NPTH to Rout
Plated Drill without Pads
Touching Drill Hits
Double Drill Hits
Drill-Plane Shorts
Pads without Drills (Missing Holes)
Stubbed Vias (Vias not connected to atleast 2 copper layers)
Extra Holes
Power/Ground Shorts
Local vs Offshore
Basic underrstanding of Quality
CAR
RMA
8D report
I recorded a video on how to design flex circuits with Robert Feranec (Fedevel Academy).
Please use the link below:
https://youtu.be/DoR-gq4M9Aw
Develop your PCB design skills with a deep understanding of the PCB manufacturing industry
With my 20+ years of PCB manufacturing experience, I will teach you things that would have taken you years to learn at your job.
This course is designed for new graduates and new engineers so the topics are explained in a simple manner to the audience. The course covers lots of information and topics which would help you become a good PCB "LAYOUT" designer. These skills go beyond your software skills and abilities.
What You Will Learn:
Different types of PCBs
File formats used in the PCB industry
PCB materials and stack-ups
Design Rule Checks
Design for Manufacturing
PCB FINISH
Soldermask and Silkscreen
Array and Panelization
How to reduce the cost of your PCB
Understanding PCB Supplier capabilities
How to find a good PCB supplier
Quality in PCB
Careers in PCB industry (PCB design, PCB manufacturing, PCB assembly)
What to expect after finishing this course:
You will have a better understanding of how PCB design and PCB manufacturing are related to each other and how they affect each other.
You will learn how to improve your design to lower the cost of your PCB
You will have a better understanding of career opportunities in different PCB fields.
Somewhat understanding of how to read material data sheets
Updated 31-03-2024