Mia Jul 10,2024 3086

How should the solder mask color be chosen for color-printed PCBs?

In the process of manufacturing colored printed circuit boards (PCBs), the choice of solder mask color is crucial as it directly relates to the realization of design intentions and the creation of vis...

Color PCB Printing UV Printing Solder Mask

PCBWay Jul 10,2024 2569

Crowdfunding Project——ESPNetLink

ESPNetLink is an LTE and GPS module designed specifically for IoT connectivity and vehicle tracking scenarios. It is powered directly by the USB interface of WiCAN Pro or the USB port of the vehicle, ...

Wi-Fi Home Automation

Prince Lee Muhera Jul 01,2024 5011

Taking a look at how to create ESP8266 from PCB level also taking EMC regulations into consideration

In this article, I will be sharing with you the way the ESP8266EX is made from PCB level.SchematicThis was done using the PCB software known as Kicad. I used the ESP8266 datasheet to understand the co...

PCB layout PCB Design KiCAD CircuitMaker

PCBWay Jun 28,2024 3133

Crowdfunding Project——Ubo Pod

Ubo Pod is a versatile Raspberry Pi development platform that boasts consumer-grade quality and open-source accessibility, allowing users to customize it according to their needs. Designed with both d...

Home Automation Crowdfunding Project

Mila Jun 28,2024 2157

Reasons for shrinkage of injection molded parts

Shrinkage of injection molded parts refers to the phenomenon of dimensional reduction of plastic parts after cooling during the injection molding process. This is due to the volume contraction that oc...

shrinkage injection molded

Mia Jun 27,2024 3204

How to generate Gerber files from CircuitMaker 2.2.1.6?

This guide is about how to export Gerber file from CircuitMaker 2.2.1.6.Step 1: Open the PCB design file first, and then open the "Project" menu and click "Generate outputs", as shown below.Step 2: Af...

CircuitMaker Gerber PCB

Mila Jun 21,2024 2620

Differences between thermoplastic and thermoset plastic materials

Thermosetting PlasticsThermosetting Plastics are polymers that irreversibly cure to form a rigid structure when heated or chemically treated. Once set, these materials cannot be melted or remolded. Th...

thermoplastic thermoset plastic difference applications

PCBWay Jun 18,2024 2780

Crowdfunding Project——Porter

Porter is a headphone amplifier with a standard 1/4-inch jack. Users can switch effects as usual with their feet or play using short jumpers. Porter adjusts the sound to provide amplifier-like respons...

Audio & Music Crowdfunding Project

Mila Jun 14,2024 6002

Why the .stl file can not be used for CNC?

The reasons why STL files cannot be used for CNC machining are as follows:Differences in geometric representationSTL files: use a mesh of triangles to represent the 3D model. Each surface is made up o...

stl file cnc

PCBWay Jun 14,2024 9030

Meet the Winners of PCBWay's 10th Anniversary Badge Design Contest

Dear contestants,At this momentous occasion of PCBWay's 10th anniversary, we are delighted to announce the winners of the badge design competition! We received many fantastic badge designs, and after ...

PCBWay Jun 12,2024 3597

Crowdfunding Project——ReactLED Panels

ReactLED is a modular LED platform designed for multi-functionality. It consists of multiple PCB panels, each equipped with a 4x4 RGB LED array and proximity sensors that respond to nearby objects. Th...

LEDs Crowdfunding Project

Mila Jun 07,2024 4795

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of plastics and metals in CNC

Advantages and Disadvantages of Plastics in CNC MachiningAdvantagesFaster machining speeds: Plastics are faster to machine because of their lower hardness, which makes them easier to cut and machine c...

cnc maching advantages disadvantages

PCBWay May 31,2024 3259

Crowdfunding Project——Lime AC Case 2.0

The Lime AC Case 2.0 is an aluminum enclosure specifically designed for the LimeSDR Mini 2.0. It has been upgraded from the original version to perfectly fit the latest LimeSDR Mini model, providing o...

Crowdfunding Project

Mila May 31,2024 4049

Understanding UL94 Ratings and Flame Retardant Materials

Introduction:UL 94 is a standard established by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to evaluate the flammability of plastic materials used in devices and appliances. It provides a classification system bas...

Mia May 29,2024 14175

PCBWay Upgrades PCB Material to ShengYi Material

PCBWay sincerely appreciates the trust and support from our customers over the years. Your satisfaction and support drive us forward continuously. To further improve product quality and meet the marke...

PCB Materials S1000H S1000-2M KB6165F KB6167F

PCBWay May 24,2024 4047

Crowdfunding Project——WiCAN Pro

WiCAN Pro is an OBD diagnostic scanner designed to meet advanced automotive diagnostic needs. Powered by a dedicated OBD interpreter chip, it fully supports all mandated OBD-II protocols. WiCAN Pro ca...

Bluetooth Wi-Fi Crowdfunding Project

Mila May 23,2024 3873

What surface finish can be chosen for 3D printing

For most resin materials:Spray paintingSpray painting is one of the main coloring processes for 3D printed products. It is the application of specific pigments to the surface of 3D printed produc...

surface finish 3D printing surface treatment

Mia May 23,2024 4604

Stackup for 22-layer 4-order Rogers High-frequency HDI PCB

PCBWay, as a leading manufacturer of high-complexity HDI PCBs, not only possesses the capability to develop and manufacture HDI PCB with FR4 with more than 5-order, high-speed, or high-frequency mater...

HDI PCB Rogers HF Aspect Ratio Stackup

PCBWay May 20,2024 2538

Crowdfunding Project——LimeNET Micro 2.0 Developer Edition

LimeNET Micro 2.0 DE (Developer Edition) combines the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) and LimeSDR XTRX to achieve their respective computing and RF functionalities, making it a modular wireless ra...

Crowdfunding Project

Simon Mugo May 20,2024 3684

Battery Charging Technology Part 1

IntroductionDemand for green forms of energy is gaining momentum worldwide with the market growth for technology involving green energy, such as solar panels, batteries, and charging technologies, cre...