12 Types of Circuit Board Components
Identify 12+ PCB components: resistors, capacitors, ICs, and connectors. Functions, symbols, and best practices for placement. Essential for beginners.
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ENIG Surface Finish: PCB Design Guide
ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold) basics: thickness, pros/cons, and applications. Learn to specify ENIG for lead-free PCBs. Best practices inside!
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Mastering Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
What is DFM? Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is actually a bridge between R&D and production. It simplifies, optimizes, and improves product design to produce better products at a lower cost. Why is DFM So Important? The goal of the enterprise: low cost, high output, good supply capacity, and long-term reliable products. That is to say,
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Understanding Voltage Controlled Voltage Sources (VCVS)
Voltage Controlled Voltage Sources (VCVS) are a fundamental and essential part of electronic circuit design and analysis. In this article, we will discuss the basics of VCVS, its applications, and its role in the broader context of electronic components. Introduction to VCVS A Voltage Controlled Voltage Source (VCVS) is a type of dependent source that
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Wicking Solder: How to Prevent & Fix?
Learn to avoid solder wicking: causes (overheating, poor flux), prevention tips, and repair methods. Essential for clean PCB soldering. Step-by-step guide!
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74LS04 Hex Inverter: Pinout & Applications
74LS04 logic gate specs: pin configuration, voltage ranges, and noise margins. Learn how to use hex inverters in digital circuits. Project examples inside!
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STM32CubeIDE Getting Started Tutorial
To enhance the ease of use of the feature-rich and power-efficient STM32 family of microcontrollers, in 2019 ST has added a free, multifunctional STM32 development tool to the STM32Cube software ecosystem: the STM32CubeIDE. To work as well as commercial integrated development environment (IDE) tools, STM32CubeIDE takes full advantage of the technology of Atollic®, an embedded
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Amplifier Board: Classifications, Features, Shopping and Use Guides
Introduction to amplifier boards As an audio enthusiast, I am always on the lookout for ways to improve the quality of sound in my audio setup. One essential component of any high-quality audio system is the amplifier board. Amplifier boards are electronic devices that amplify weak audio signals from an input source, such as a
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LIS2DW12 vs LIS2DH12: A Comprehensive Comparison of MEMS Accelerometers
The LIS2DW12 and LIS2DH12 are both high-performance MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) accelerometers designed and manufactured by STMicroelectronics. These accelerometers find application in various industries, such as wearable devices, gaming controls, industrial automation, and medical equipment. This article provides an in-depth comparison of the LIS2DW12 and LIS2DH12, discussing their specifications, features, applications, and more. Overview of LIS2DW12
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MC3172 Development Board Programming
MC3172 Introduction MC3172 is a 32-bit RISC parallel multithreaded real-time processor developed by GXchip in China. It uses a new CPU working mode and software development mode. Unlike the single-threaded programming mode, the various threads of parallel multithreading run synchronously without interfering with each other, and there is no concept of priority. MC3172 Pinout MC3172
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