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Super Simple Power Supply “SSPS” Design (Part 3)
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Super Simple Power Supply “SSPS” Design (Part 3)

The design for the SSPS has come a long way since the last SSPS blog post. We have created the first functioning prototype of the system and have…

August 12, 2016
How to use the Part Attribute feature in Eagle
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How to use the Part Attribute feature in Eagle

Most users of Eagle know how to change the name and the value of a part, but they rarely use the free form part attribute feature. Each part in Eagle…

August 10, 2016
The Top 8 Manufacturing Blogs to Follow
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The Top 8 Manufacturing Blogs to Follow

As we have mentioned before, the world of manufacturing is quickly taking on a new shape to match the needs of modern innovators. We hope you find…

August 10, 2016
5 Myths About Hardware Prototyping - Busted
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5 Myths About Hardware Prototyping - Busted

Often, conventional wisdom isn’t – well – wise. Myths about particular industries and services don’t arise maliciously. More often than not, they…

August 4, 2016
Top 3 Reasons to Choose Cloud-Based PCB Assembly
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Top 3 Reasons to Choose Cloud-Based PCB Assembly

Updated Oct 2024 There's a good chance that what you do every day involves more than a few cloud-based applications. You likely manage your money and…

August 2, 2016
Not Your Father’s PCB Prototype Company
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Not Your Father’s PCB Prototype Company

We get the opportunity to chat with many Kickstarter creators, small business owners, and other entrepreneurs about their experiences with electronic…

July 26, 2016
Go from Idea to Delivery with Turnkey PCB Manufacturing Services
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Go from Idea to Delivery with Turnkey PCB Manufacturing Services

One of the reasons that we got into the electronics manufacturing business is that we get really excited when we see new products that solve…

July 14, 2016
Manufacturing Companies Shifts from Archaic to Agile
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Manufacturing Companies Shifts from Archaic to Agile

Updated Nov 2024 The manufacturing landscape is undergoing a pivotal transformation. While industries like publishing, entertainment, and retail were…

July 13, 2016
SMD vs NSMD: Best Practices for BGA Pad Creation
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SMD vs NSMD: Best Practices for BGA Pad Creation

When constructing a footprint for BGA-style components, choosing between solder mask-defined (SMD) and non-solder mask-defined (NSMD) pads is…

June 28, 2016
Cloud Manufacturing FAQs
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Cloud Manufacturing FAQs

Cloud manufacturing transforms the way PCB assemblies are produced by combining traditional manufacturing expertise with advanced, connected…

June 23, 2016
Update to the USB Micro Connector for Eagle EDA Tool
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Update to the USB Micro Connector for Eagle EDA Tool

Today we have an update to our MicroUSB-RIGHT connector in the Eagle MF-Connectors Library. This House Part uses oblong shaped holes for the mounting…

June 14, 2016
Bypass Caps: Decouple Your Way to Cleaner Power
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Bypass Caps: Decouple Your Way to Cleaner Power

In modern electronics, it is rare to encounter electronics with few active components. Increasing IC counts in circuits introduces interesting design…

May 24, 2016