An ultra-thin flexible PCB has the characteristics of flexible printed circuit boards; it is thinner. As a result, it is delicate and, at times, costlier to manufacture than most rigid boards. On the other hand, it has multiple applications in devices that must be lightweight. And its demand is ever-increasing as manufacturers develop smaller devices. …
FPC with stiffeners is taking over traditional PCBs regarding electronic development. Surprisingly, you can bend and fold them to fit in tight spaces and compact devices. Generally, a stiffener helps to improve the integrity, durability, and reliability of flexible circuits while simultaneously adding rigidity to certain areas. Consequently, your final electronic device will experience better …
Flexible printed circuit boards are PCBs with a flexible substrate material and a few copper layers to allow for bending. This flexing brings forth several benefits, such as efficient space use and shock/vibration resistance, which are critical in several applications. Let’s look at various aspects of this PCB, including its common construction materials, manufacturing process, …
If you have been careful enough, you have noted that electronic devices have reduced size over time. Surprisingly, this has only been possible thanks to new technologies like HDI rigid-flex PCB. An HDI (high-density interconnect) PCB is a board with higher wiring density per unit area. This wiring is furnished on a rigid-flex substrate and …
Flex and rigid PCBs are defined by one primary factor: their substrate material. The one in flex PCBs is bendable, while the base in rigid boards is solid and non-flexible. Each PCB type has its strengths that are ideal for different applications. Flexible PCBs, for instance, are better suited for applications with limited space availability …
Rigid-flex printed circuit boards feature the best of both rigid and flexible PCBs. This hybrid approach has made the boards quite popular because the circuits provide mechanical stability and adaptability in a compact and reliable package. In this ultimate rigid-flex PCB guide, we will explain the differences between this board and its flexible and rigid …
