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AOI uses cameras to inspect PCBs for defects like missing parts & solder errors during manufacturing, saving costs & preventing failures. Learn uses, costs &

Explore rigid PCB types (single-sided, double-sided, multi-layer), cost factors, rigid-flex alternatives for bendable designs, and essential reliability testing methods.

Breadboards enable quick solder-free prototyping. Protoboards create permanent soldered circuits. Master both for seamless electronics development from testing to final builds.

Learn PCB connector types: board-to-board, wire-to-board & wire-to-wire + rugged options. Select by environment, space, assembly to prevent failures & save troubleshooting time.

HASL is cheaper upfront for simple PCBs. Choose ENIG for fine-pitch HDI designs, long-term reliability, or high-speed signals to avoid costly reworks and signal loss.

Master rapid PCB strategies: factors affecting quotes, manufacturing timelines, China’s cost edge. Simplify designs, leverage instant quotes to slash lead times and costs.

AOI detects surface PCB defects visually, ICT tests electrical function, X-ray inspects hidden solder joints. All three are essential for comprehensive quality control.

Learn why solder pads lift, how heat/stress/quality cause failure & effective fixes. Prevent PCB damage with temperature control, gentle handling & material upgrades.

Pro 5-step PCB repair method: inspect, clean, remove, fix, test. Fix burned traces, multilayer boards & solder joints. Save devices without costly replacements.