Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design is an important activity in both the electronics as well as the semiconductor industry. In electronics, the PCB is the main component providing the interconnect between the components for most electronic systems. In the semiconductor industry, the PCB is used in conjunction with automatic test equipment, evaluation modules, and reference circuit designs. Each application requires skills and insight to create successful board design that will work robustly in the intended applications. We cover the important aspects of board design as well as important items to remember during the process in order to have the best chance of success with the design.

Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design is an important activity in both the electronics as well as the semiconductor industry.  In electronics, the PCB is the main component providing the interconnect between the components for most electronic systems.  In the semiconductor industry, the PCB is used in conjunction with automatic test equipment, evaluation modules, and reference circuit designs.  Each application requires skills and insight to create successful board design that will work robustly in the intended applications.  We cover the important aspects of board design as well as important items to remember during the process in order to have the best chance of success with the design.