Specifying Circuit Classes in Flex Circuit Drawings
When preparing a flex circuit fabrication drawing, should you explicitly call out IPC performance class and circuit type? Technically, no—but in practice, it’s a smart […]
When Flex Circuits Meet Water: Critical Factors for Reliable Performance
While most flexible circuits are used in a relatively dry environment, there are applications where water contact or submersion is required. Knowing in advance what […]
Understanding Tolerances in Flexible Circuit Design
The challenge with cumulative tolerances is meeting the dimensional requirements for items dimensioned on a drawing or specification for a flexible or rigid-flex circuit. It […]
The Evolution of Printed Circuits: Past, Present, and Future
Ever since the introduction of circuit boards, they have been evolving. They started as single sided, graduating to double-sided with plated through holes. Shortly thereafter […]
Flexible T-Type Thermocouples for Advanced Thermal Management Systems & Technology
As thermal management systems become more compact and performance-critical, engineers are turning to smarter sensing solutions. T-type thermocouples built with flexible printed circuits and etched-foil […]
Terminating Flex Circuits
There are many connectors and termination options that are manufactured specifically for use with flexible circuits and flat flexible cables. Zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors […]
Major Cost Drivers For Flex Circuits
Q: Why are flex circuits more expensive than comparable rigid PCBs? What are the major costs drivers? A: The reason that flex circuits cost materials […]
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