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Learn about PCB electroplating processes like acid bright copper & nickel/gold plating, their technical specs, applications, and South-Electronic’s expertise in high-frequency circuits.

Polyimide PCBs offer unmatched thermal stability, chemical resistance, and durability for aerospace, automotive, and medical devices in extreme environments.

Decoupling capacitors prevent voltage spikes and noise in digital circuits, ensuring stable power. Learn placement tips, value selection (like 0.1μF science), multi-cap strategies, and overheating

Solder mask prevents PCB shorts, corrosion, and solder mishaps. Learn its critical functions, application methods, LPI/UV/dry film types, and impacts on reliability.

Master 12-step PCB manufacturing, understand flex vs. rigid board processes, compare USA/China/India suppliers, and audit manufacturers with 5 key questions. Empower your designs.

Protoboards enable solder-free circuit testing with firm connections. Ideal for stable prototypes but avoid for high-frequency/micro designs. Compare breadboard tradeoffs: reusability vs. stability.

Understand open circuits: incomplete electrical paths that halt current flow. Learn why they happen, how to test with a multimeter, repair tips, and key differences

Discover truly free professional PCB layout software like KiCad & EasyEDA. Full features, no paywalls. Perfect for beginners to experts. Start designing complex boards today.

HDI PCBs use micro-vias & dense layouts to create smaller, faster, more reliable electronics. Ideal for space-constrained, high-performance devices like phones and servers.

Learn key PCBA manufacturer selection: prioritize SMT precision, ATE/ICT testing, ISO certs, supply chain resilience & DFM. Avoid costly mistakes with expert insights.