When you first start out in the PCB layout game and know just enough to be dangerous, you simply plop down a connector, run a trace or two, and call it a hack. As you learn more about the finer points ...

This article introduces the basic concept of PXI-Express (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation-Express) and studies the key considerations for modular hardware PCB layout design to achieve PXI-Express ...

The new SPC 4 PCB connector series from Phoenix Contact has been designed to save space and reduce production costs with its customer-oriented design. With a pitch of just 6.35 mm, the PCB connectors ...

This article discusses the essential considerations of mounting connectors on PCBs. These aspects include the pin assignments for signals and grounds, stubs due to the pins of through-hole or ...

ERNI has expanded its M12 wire-to-board connector product offering to include a center axis, PCB edge mounting connector that saves significant board space when compared to top mount right angle ...

When current flows through a conductor it becomes an inductor, when there is an inductor there is an electromagnetic field (EM). This can cause a variety of issues during PCB layout if you don’t plan ...

There is a still a place for circular bayonet connectors, but restrictions in high-rel applications are bringing change, says Brad Taras. Integration at the system, PCB and integrated circuit level is ...

Anderson Power Products® has expanded its SBS®75x connector family by introducing a new right angle printed circuit board connector. Anderson Power Products® has expanded its SBS®75x connector family ...