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What I’ve Learned About Impedance, Decoupling, and Planes That Changed My Approach
Discover how to design circuit boards with reliable power delivery. Learn key principles like impedance control, decoupling strategies, and power plane optimization for high-speed systems.
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Grounding and Return Paths: Advanced Techniques - Part Two
Explore grounding techniques in high-speed PCB design to ensure signal integrity, reduce EMI, and optimize DDR, USB, PCIe, and RF system performance through smart design strategies.
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Grounding and Return Paths: Essential for High-Speed Designs - Part 1
Discover how grounding strategies impact signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and power delivery in high-speed PCB design. Avoid failure with expert-backed tips.
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Advanced PSpice Features for Circuit Analysis with OrCAD X
Discover how advanced PSpice features for circuit analysis in OrCAD X solve real-world performance, yield, and reliability challenges.
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3D PCB Design and Analysis: ECAD/MCAD and Where They Converge
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Discussion of the MOSFET Simulation Model: Theory to Reality
Build accurate MOSFET simulation models with PSpice to evaluate static, dynamic, and environmental behavior. Learn key parameters and simulation tips.
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RF Design: The Wave of the Future
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Part 2: PCB Substrates: A Performance-Driven Approach to Reliability in 2025
Discover key performance factors that guide PCB material choices, including signal integrity, heat resistance, and durability.
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Part 1 - PCB Substrates: The Truth About Cost vs Performance in 2025
Discover how PCB substrate materials like FR4, Rogers, and ceramics impact signal integrity, thermal performance, and long-term reliability.
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Power Distribution Basics on Low-Layer Count Boards
Learn power distribution for low-layer PCBs. Overcome voltage drop, ground bounce, and power integrity challenges to optimize designs for reliability and performance.
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PDN: Gives Your Board Life
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RLC Circuit Analysis Guide with PSpice in OrCAD X
Easily perform RLC circuit analysis using PSpice in OrCAD X. Learn the workflow for simulation setup, execution, and waveform analysis for beginners.
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Achieving PCI-e Compliance: Getting it Right the First Time
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Differential Pairs: From Basic Concepts to Advanced PCB Routing
Differential pair routing is at the heart of high-speed PCB design. This blog summarizes practical layout strategies for USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, PCIe, and Ethernet, covering impedance control, length
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When to Use Copper Pour and Via Stitching In PCB Design
Learn how reference planes impact signal integrity, EMI, and high-speed PCB performance. Master layout strategies that reduce noise and ensure reliable designs.
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Lost in Transmission: Solving Common Issues in High-Speed Design
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How to Manage PCB Design Variants in OrCAD X
Learn how to efficiently manage PCB design variants using OrCAD X, enabling multiple product configurations from a single schematic.
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How to Create a New PSpice Model or Library
Create accurate circuit simulations in OrCAD X by learning how to create a new PSpice model or library using datasheet parameters or curve data.
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FLEXing Like a PCB Expert
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How to Simulate PCB Design Using PSpice and OrCAD X
Learn how to simulate PCB design with PSpice and OrCAD X—analyze transients and signal integrity before your board ever hits production.
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Collaborating with Service Bureaus to Optimize Production Costs and Lead Times
Time to market is a key driver of success. Teaming up on the PCB Design helps improve that metric.
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PCB Stackup Planner
What goes into a PCB stackup planner? Discover how OrCAD X can aid in layer arrangement and material selection for all your high-speed designs.
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Common Sources of BOM Rejection and How to Prevent Them
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Managing PCB Shared Projects in OrCAD X
Manage PCB shared projects efficiently in OrCAD X. Leverage Workspaces, cloud sync & permissions for controlled collaboration.
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10 Common DFM Issues and How to Fix Them
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Buck Converter Simulation with PSpice
All about buck converter simulation with PSpice to optimize DC-DC designs. Analyze voltage, ripple, and transient response for efficient power delivery.
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Your Route to Design Success
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How to Avoid Common PCB Design Mistakes
OrCAD X helps you avoid common PCB design mistakes. Integrated checks, libraries, and Live BOM help ensure manufacturability and prevent costly errors.
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