When outsourcing electronics manufacturing, there’s more to consider than just price. Often, the best electronic contract manufacturers (ECMs) are the ones that have the necessary industry-specific certifications.
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What Are MIL-STD Electronics?
Topics: Electronic manufacturing services Dynamic Matric standards & certifications Aerospace/Defense
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Lead vs. Lead-Free Solder in PCB Manufacturing
OEM circuit board applications cover a wide range of consumer and commercial products, from automobiles to microwaves to IoT devices that automate the functioning of smart facilities.
Topics: PCB Layout Electronic manufacturing services Components Dynamic Matric products & services
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What to Do About PCB Failure
When printed circuit boards fail, you can face costly and potentially disastrous consequences. So how do you pick up the pieces afterward?
Understanding the common causes of PCB failure and the tools available to prevent future failures can minimize the stress and cost of dealing with dead PCBs.
Topics: Aftermarket Services Testing & Inspection Dynamic Matric products & services obsolescence management
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HDI PCBs For Medical Device Electronics Design
Topics: PCB Layout Electronic manufacturing services Dynamic Matric medical devices
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What Nadcap Accreditation Means for Electronic Contract Manufacturing
When searching for a reliable electronics contract manufacturing (ECM), one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is, “What certifications do they have?”
While many ECMs are RoHS, MSHA, or IPC 6011 compliant, not all have Nadcap accreditation.
Topics: Electronic manufacturing services PCB assembly Dynamic Matric standards & certifications Aerospace/Defense
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Aerospace Electronics PCB Assembly & Design Guide
You’ve heard about the many great feats and discoveries in the aerospace industry. You’ve also heard about the tragedies that have happened when a design has gone wrong.
Topics: PCB Layout Components PCB assembly Testing & Inspection Dynamic Matric standards & certifications
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How Much Does a PCB Prototype Cost?
Prototyping isn’t reserved for high-tech vehicles or revolutionary consumer gadgets. It’s also a great practice for manufacturing printed circuit boards.
Topics: PCB Layout Components PCB assembly Costs Dynamic Matric prototyping
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Types of Conformal Coating for PCB Protection
With the rise of IoT and technology in general, electronics are featured in myriad environments. This means that sensitive electronic connections are potentially exposed to hazards like extreme temperatures, moisture, and dust that can harm components and disrupt the integrity of the assembly itself.
Topics: PCB assembly Dynamic Matric
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REACH vs. RoHS Compliance for Electronics Manufacturing
Confused about REACH vs. RoHS compliance? You’re not alone. These two sets of electronics manufacturing guidelines were born from the European Union’s concern for human health and the environment.
Topics: Electronic manufacturing services PCB assembly Dynamic Matric Warnings and faults standards & certifications
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Outsourcing Electronics Manufacturing: Onshore or Offshore?
It’s time for your organization to begin production of a new electronic device. For one reason or another, you’re in no position to take care of the work in-house. This means that you need to find a good partner to outsource the effort.
