Understanding Functional Circuit Testing (FCT) for PCBs – Ensuring Your Board Works Before Deployment
Discover how Functional Circuit Testing (FCT) ensures your PCB works before deployment. Learn its benefits, how it compares to ICT and AOI, key equipment, real-world use cases, and best practices for reliable, defect-free electronics.
An in-depth piece on reflow soldering process and best practices
Learn everything about the reflow soldering process in SMT—from temperature profiles and oven types to common defects and best practices. This expert guide helps you master reliable, lead-free soldering and boost your PCB assembly yield.
An Invitation Letter from Russia
Fast Turn PCB will participate in this September’s RADEL electronics trade fair in St. Petersburg, Russia!
Selective Soldering vs Wave Soldering: When to Use Which?
Discover when to use wave soldering vs selective soldering for THT assemblies. Learn the key differences, pros and cons, cost considerations, and design rules to choose the most efficient, high-quality process for your PCB projects. Ideal for process engineers and project evaluators seeking practical, data-driven guidance.
Guide to PCB Plating: Through-Hole Copper Plating and Surface Finishes
Learn how PCB through-hole copper plating and surface finishes impact reliability, conductivity, and manufacturability. This step-by-step guide covers electroless and electrolytic plating, ENIG vs OSP, and best practices for choosing the right finish for your application.
Pick-and-Place Machines Explained: A Complete Guide for PCB Assembly
Discover how pick-and-place machines power modern PCB assembly with unmatched speed and precision. Learn key types, core features, and expert tips to choose and optimize the right SMT solution for your production needs.
A comprehensive guide on solder paste stencil printing in SMT assembly
This article offers a clear and comprehensive overview of solder paste stencil printing—from basic concepts and stencil design, to key printing parameters and common defects. You’ll also learn about cleaning and maintenance practices, as well as best practices for improving yield and reducing rework in SMT production.
Full Overview of PCB Manufacturing Process
Explore the complete PCB manufacturing process—from design files to finished boards. Learn every key step including imaging, drilling, plating, solder mask, and testing. Ideal for engineers and teams seeking reliable, high-quality PCB production.
Understanding PCB Lamination: How Multilayer Boards Are Bonded & Avoiding Delamination
Learn how multilayer PCBs are bonded through the lamination process and discover expert tips to avoid delamination. This complete guide covers materials, process steps, and reliability best practices for high-performance PCB fabrication.
PCB Etching Process Explained: DIY Methods vs. Industrial Techniques
Discover the complete PCB etching process—compare DIY methods with industrial techniques, explore step-by-step workflows, safety tips, and future trends. Choose the best etching method for your project with this expert guide.
Reflow Soldering 101: Temperature Profile Optimization
Learn how to optimize your reflow soldering temperature profile for leaded and lead-free SMT assembly. This guide covers preheat rates, TAL, cooling, defect prevention, and profiling techniques like PWI and DOE for high-reliability PCB production.
From Bare Board to Assembled PCBA: A Step-by-Step Overview
Introduction PCB assembly (PCBA) is the process of mounting electronic components onto a bare printed circuit board to create a functional hardware system. By integrating both surface-mount (SMT) and through-hole (THT) components onto a fabricated board, PCBA transforms raw materials into functional circuits ready for testing, deployment, or enclosure. Whether it's a medical sensor, industrial […]