For efficient PCB assembly, it’s important to clearly document which component goes where. Traditionally this is done on the silk screen, but we have a different workflow...
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As a PCB designer, the so-called 'ground plane' is your best friend. It makes layout easier, improves EMC performance, and as a bonus you get increased signal integrity. But be carefull to keep the ground plane intact...
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At Jitter, we regularly do in-house PCB assembly for small prototype runs. This is a manual process, involving very tiny components, tweezers, and a lot of patience. Some components are smaller than 1x1mm, or have hundreds of pins at a 0.5mm pitch. How do we succesfully solder these tiny parts?
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When I got started in PCB design, layout seemed like the easy part. The CAD software enforces the schematics, so you just need to puzzle everything together until all connections are made. Right?
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