PCB Manufacturer & PCB Assembly

How to Prepare BOM for PCB Assembly

Posted on May 12, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team

Learn how to prepare a clear, error-free Bill of Materials (BOM) for seamless PCB assembly with this step-by-step guide from NextPCB.

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Best Free Gerber File Viewer in 2026

Posted on May 21, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team

Compare the top 10 best free Gerber file viewers in 2026. Find the perfect tool for DFM analysis, 3D PCB review, and secure offline use.

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Tag: PCB design Gerber Viewer DFM electronics OpenSource NextPCB Gerber Viewer

Two Ways to Create Blind and Buried Vias in Cadence Allegro

Posted on April 27, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team

Learn two efficient methods to create blind and buried vias in Cadence Allegro, with step-by-step setup for HDI PCB stackups and design tips.

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How to Add and Plan Multi-layer PCB Stackups in Altium Designer?

Posted on May 08, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team

Learn how to scientifically plan multilayer PCB stackups in Altium Designer to control impedance and crosstalk, featuring practical tips and common FAQs.

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Tag: PCB design pcb design software Altium designer EDA Hardware Engineer signal integrity (SI) PCB Stackup

High Tg PCB vs. Standard FR4: The Engineering Guide to Material Reliability

Posted on December 26, 2025 by NextPCB Content Team

Understand the physics of Tg, CTE mismatch, and IPC-4101 standards. Learn why High Tg materials are critical for multilayer reliability and lead-free assembly.

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Rogers vs FR4: How to Choose PCB Materials for High-Frequency Designs

Posted on June 08, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team - Lolly

Don't overspend. Learn the facts: When do you need Rogers vs. FR4 for high-frequency designs? Compare Dk/Df, thermal stability, and learn the cost-saving Hybrid Stackup solution.

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Tag: FR4 Impedance Control PCB material RF circuit board High Frequency PCB signal integrity (SI) High-speed PCB PCB Cost

KiCon Asia 2024 Highlights: Summary and Slides

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Carmen Zheng

KiCon Asia 2024, the KiCad conference celebrating the open-source EDA suite in the far East, was held for the second consecutive year in Shenzhen, China. Co-hosted by HQ Electronics, the 2-day event saw 14 speakers from all over the world step up to the stage on topics covering advanced KiCad workflows, user experiences and professional use cases. This time, a full day of KiCad training sessions was held prior to the main conference, which was a welcome addition to this year's KiCon Asia.

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Open Circuit Explained: Causes, Diagram, How to Test & Fix

Posted on May 13, 2026 by iotbyhvm - LL

An open circuit means the path is broken — no current flows. Learn what causes it, how to test with a multimeter in 3 steps, and how to fix common open circuit faults.

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The Top 20 PCB Manufacturers in The World

Posted on September 09, 2025 by NextPCB

Top PCB manufacturers in the world include 1. NextPCB 2. ZDT 3. Compeq Manufacturing 4. Shengyi Technology 5. Advanced Circuit International

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ISO 13485-Compliant Microvia PCB Manufacturing for MedTech Startups

Posted on March 27, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team - PF

Learn how MedTech startups can select ISO 13485-certified PCB manufacturers with microvia expertise, handle compliance, and manage risk for medical devices.

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Best Advanced PCB Fabrication Companies for Complex Boards 2026

Posted on March 24, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team - PF

A definitive guide to the best advanced PCB fabrication companies for complex boards in 2026, covering HDI, heavy copper, certifications, and DFM tooling.

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Choosing the Right Substrate Materials for PCB Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted on March 20, 2026 by NextPCB Content Team - PF

The PCB substrate, professionally known as copper clad laminate, forms the base of every PCB. Understanding how to select the right substrate material is essential for ensuring your PCB performs reliably under real-world conditions.

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A Beginner's Guide to FR-4 Material in PCB Manufacturing: Properties, Advantages, and Alternatives

Posted on November 07, 2025 by NextPCB

What is FR4 material definition? This is a beginner guide exploring FR4 properties, advantages, and alternative materials from NextPCB PCB Manufacturer

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What Is an MLCC? Types, Dielectrics & PCB Selection Guide

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Julia Wu

Complete MLCC guide for PCB engineers—dielectric types (C0G, X7R, X5R), package sizes, ESR/ESL, voltage derating, placement rules, and how to choose the right ceramic capacitor for your design.

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What is ODB++? A Complete Guide to the PCB Manufacturing Format

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Robin

ODB++ is a single, intelligent database for PCB manufacturing that replaces messy Gerber file sets. This guide explains what ODB++ is, how it compares to Gerber, which ODB++ viewer to use for netlist verification, and where IPC-2581 fits into the future of digital fabrication.

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AI Server PCB Design Checklist: 20 Essential Rules

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Stacy Lu

Master high-speed AI hardware design with this comprehensive 20-point AI server PCB checklist covering stackup, PDN, thermal, and signal integrity.

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Accelerator PCB PDN Design: VRM & Decoupling Guide

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Stacy Lu

Deep technical guide on Power Delivery Network (PDN) design for AI accelerator cards. Explore VRM design, decoupling capacitor optimization, and PDN analysis.

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Tag: NextPCB PCB Design & Layout AI High-Speed PCB Design PCB capacitors PDN

HDI PCB for AI Servers: Stackup, Via-in-Pad & Laser Drill Guide

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Julia Wu

HDI PCB design for AI servers—stackup types, laser-drilled microvias, via-in-pad, any-layer HDI, sequential lamination, and manufacturing requirements for H100, B200, and NVSwitch boards.

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Gerber vs. ODB++ vs. IPC-2581: Do We Really Need Smarter PCB Formats

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Robin

Deep dive comparison of PCB manufacturing formats: Gerber vs ODB++ vs IPC-2581. Analyze limitations, smart format advantages, and actionable advice for modern PCB production.

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Building an AI GPU Cluster: Hardware Overview from PCB to Rack

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Arya Li

How to build an AI GPU cluster—hardware selection, GPU baseboard design, NVLink fabric, power infrastructure, liquid cooling, InfiniBand networking, and PCB requirements at every level.

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How to Prepare BOM for PCB Assembly

Best Free Gerber File Viewer in 2026

Two Ways to Create Blind and Buried Vias in Cadence Allegro

How to Add and Plan Multi-layer PCB Stackups in Altium Designer?

High Tg PCB vs. Standard FR4: The Engineering Guide to Material Reliability

Rogers vs FR4: How to Choose PCB Materials for High-Frequency Designs

KiCon Asia 2024 Highlights: Summary and Slides

Open Circuit Explained: Causes, Diagram, How to Test & Fix

The Top 20 PCB Manufacturers in The World

ISO 13485-Compliant Microvia PCB Manufacturing for MedTech Startups

Best Advanced PCB Fabrication Companies for Complex Boards 2026

Choosing the Right Substrate Materials for PCB Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide

A Beginner's Guide to FR-4 Material in PCB Manufacturing: Properties, Advantages, and Alternatives

What Is an MLCC? Types, Dielectrics & PCB Selection Guide

What is ODB++? A Complete Guide to the PCB Manufacturing Format

AI Server PCB Design Checklist: 20 Essential Rules

Accelerator PCB PDN Design: VRM & Decoupling Guide

HDI PCB for AI Servers: Stackup, Via-in-Pad & Laser Drill Guide

Gerber vs. ODB++ vs. IPC-2581: Do We Really Need Smarter PCB Formats

Building an AI GPU Cluster: Hardware Overview from PCB to Rack

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How to Prepare BOM for PCB Assembly

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How to Add and Plan Multi-layer PCB Stackups in Altium Designer?

High Tg PCB vs. Standard FR4: The Engineering Guide to Material Reliability

Rogers vs FR4: How to Choose PCB Materials for High-Frequency Designs

KiCon Asia 2024 Highlights: Summary and Slides

Open Circuit Explained: Causes, Diagram, How to Test & Fix

The Top 20 PCB Manufacturers in The World

ISO 13485-Compliant Microvia PCB Manufacturing for MedTech Startups

Best Advanced PCB Fabrication Companies for Complex Boards 2026

Choosing the Right Substrate Materials for PCB Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide

A Beginner's Guide to FR-4 Material in PCB Manufacturing: Properties, Advantages, and Alternatives

What Is an MLCC? Types, Dielectrics & PCB Selection Guide

What is ODB++? A Complete Guide to the PCB Manufacturing Format

AI Server PCB Design Checklist: 20 Essential Rules

Accelerator PCB PDN Design: VRM & Decoupling Guide

HDI PCB for AI Servers: Stackup, Via-in-Pad & Laser Drill Guide

Gerber vs. ODB++ vs. IPC-2581: Do We Really Need Smarter PCB Formats

Building an AI GPU Cluster: Hardware Overview from PCB to Rack

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