Technical Articles
Summit Interconnect has published these technical articles:
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The increasing demand for compact, high-performance and reliable electronic devices requires novel solutions to address the challenges of thermal management, higher component density and signal...
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Design engineers are being asked to design and bring to market more new products in less time. The pressure to work faster is reinforced by recent industry studies, which found that "fast response...
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Build a better via stack by thinking about how your board is assembled....
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RF Engineers and High-Speed Digital Design engineers have to carefully route their traces (and their signal return paths) through the various layers of their boards....
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Any number of core layers can be attached during a lamination-cycle. However, if even one of the layers shifts a bit too much during the process, the entire panel will have to be thrown out....
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In physics, a field is a two or three-dimensional region that has a specific and measurable value at every location. It's not necessary, or even logistically possible, to measure the value at each...
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Section 10.1.4 actually is a very basic section, and the focus of this post is the first two sentences. There are two points that I would like to share in this post. Both items are important, but the...
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HDI designs and solid or near solid copper ground planes, baking and design considerations....
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Historically PCB fabrication and delivery of finished products preceded test methods to validate the PCBs. In the 1970's PCBs were fabricated and shipped without electrical test validation. Mania...
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Here we share, from a fabricator's perspective, best practices to achieve first revision success in regard to IPC-6012 requirements and IPC-2221 design guidelines....
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PCB Fabrication Basics: How Traces Are Made...
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In this article, we help understand the concept of Energy....
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One of the challenges in printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing is the occurrence of lamination voids, which can have a significant impact on the performance and reliability of the final PCB...
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Key Factors in High-Quality PCB Manufacturing...
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Key Factors Affecting PCB Assembly Quotes...
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From advanced materials to new manufacturing techniques, the latest trends in PCB fabrication are changing the future of electronics. Here are some key trends in PCB fabrication technologies....
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The Impact of the PFAS Ban...
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Implementing lean manufacturing can be challenging for many companies, and there are several reasons why they may fail in their efforts:...
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Key Considerations in Automotive PCB Manufacturing...
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Component selection and placement decisions go hand in hand and when one is misjudged, the entire design can suffer....
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The Backdrilling Process...
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Adhering to IPC-2223 Design Guidelines is essential for a seamless PCB fabrication and assembly process....
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A checklist of essential files for PCB fabrication....
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From Design Files to Manufacturing Instructions...
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Here's a concise list of DFM best practices Gerry consistently emphasizes...
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The Thermal Role of Embedded Heat Sinks...
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Why Kapton is Essential for PCB Manufacturing...
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In a recent interview at PCB Carolina, Andy Shaughnessy speaks with Laura Martin, former Director of Applications Engineering at Summit Interconnect. During the interview, Laura discusses the...
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When it comes to designing PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) and ensuring their successful fabrication, an often-overlooked but crucial tool is the impedance table....
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How PCB Boards are Manufactured...
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Key Criteria for Selecting a Prototype PCB Manufacturer...
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This article outlines five key strategies that shorten PCB lead times while preserving reliability and manufacturability. We've also added practical advice for reducing delays and delivering on...
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The increasing demand for miniaturized, high-density interconnect (HDI) printed circuit boards (PCBs) has made microvias indispensable for achieving compact, high-performance designs. However,...
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Challenges in RF & Microwave PCB Design...
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In a recent interview at PCB Carolina, Barry Matties speaks with Sean Patterson, Chief Operational Officer at Summit Interconnect. During the interview, Sean discusses the importance of methods to...
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Key Considerations for High-Speed PCB Materials...
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High density interconnections (HDI) are pivotal in modern electronics manufacturing and enable the development of devices that are both smaller and more complex. At the forefront of HDI technology are...
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Engineers and buyers must find ways to cope with ongoing component shortages. Below are 5 recommendations to help keep projects on time and on budget...
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Operational sustainability doesn't stop at process improvements-it's about creating a culture of continuous innovation that includes data-driven systems to track, analyze, and improve the company's...
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The Overlooked Role of Sustainability in PCB Design...
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Backdrilling is a cost-effective method to improve signal integrity without adding costly additional sub-lamination structures. This process removes the unneeded portion of a via barrel that can cause...
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Unfortunately, collaboration in the PCB industry often begins only after problems arise-such as field failures, assembly fallout, or low fabrication yields. This reactive approach is the wrong...
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"What is the definition of ultra HDI?" What's the manufacturable limit?...
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Why Controlled Impedance is Crucial in High-Frequency PCB Applications...
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Success requires more than technical capabilities, it requires patience, preparation, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of how the business model differs....
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Many Lean Managers look for companies that already have their own "Lean System" just to maintain the existing program. Only a handful can start from ground zero, which is the most challenging to...
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Here are some of the important changes included in this revision and how they can impact PCB design and manufacturing....
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What is UL Certification?...