X-ray Inspection


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More Secrets of High-speed PCBs


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DFM Essentials


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Bonus: Companion Guide

Low-temperature Soldering, Vol. 2


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Factory Analytics


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Encapsulating Sustainability for Electronics


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Executing Complex PCBs


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Bonus: Audio Book

IPC Checklist for Producing Printed Board Assemblies

Manufacturing Driven Design


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SMT Inspection: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond


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Bonus: Companion Guide

Bonus: Companion Guide 2

Process Control


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Flex and Rigid-Flex Fundamentals


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Bonus: Companion Guide

Designing for Reality


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The Evolving PCB NPI Process


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Thermal Management with Insulated Metal Substrates, Volume 2


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Bonus: Companion Guide

Stackups: The Design within the Design

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High Performance Materials

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Solder Defects


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24 Essential Skills for Engineers

System Analysis


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Bonus: Companion Guide

Smart Data: Using Data to Improve Manufacturing


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Thermal Management: A Fabricator's Perspective


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Process Validation


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Advanced Manufacturing in the Digital Age


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Assessing Your PCB Documentation Process


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Automation and Advanced Procedures in PCB Fabrication


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Producing the Perfect Data Package


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Low-Temperature Soldering


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Thermal Management with Insulated Metal Substrates


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Fundamentals of RF/Microwave PCBs


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Power Integrity by Example


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Conformal Coatings for Harsh Environments


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Signal Integrity by Example


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Secrets of High-Speed PCBs, Part 2


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Solderless Assembly for Electronics: The SAFE Approach


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Secrets of High-Speed PCBs, Part 1


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AS9100 Certification


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PIHR Technology

Survival Is Not Mandatory

The HDI Handbook

Flexible Circuit Technology, 4th Edition

Review from Phil Zarrow

Phil Zarrow

"Dr. Cardoso has given the industry a concise, comprehensive, and very readable quintessential primer on X-ray and its use in electronics assembly to a grateful industry."

Review from Eric Bogatin

Eric Bogatin

"If you are new to designing circuit boards for 10 Gbps and above systems, or touch any part of the PCB supply chain, get a jump up the learning curve from the experience offered in this book from a respected industry expert."

Review from Dana Korf, Principal Consultant, Korf Consultancy LLC

Dana Korf, Principal Consultant, Korf Consultancy LLC

"This book covers essential design considerations to ensure PCB manufacturability. These features impact the overall PCB quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Good practical size and tolerance guidelines are also provided for the designer to meet specifications while yielding the lowest cost. I recommend this for new designers, especially before formal training. Additionally, it’s suitable for school students as part of their science curriculum."

Review from Richard Coyle, Consulting Member of Technical Staff, Nokia Bell Labs

Richard Coyle, Consulting Member of Technical Staff, Nokia Bell Labs

"Readers will find this book provides technical insights into the ever-evolving challenges of the assembly and reliability of low-temperature solder alloys. This second volume includes updates on fourth-generation low-temperature solders and a preview of the capabilities of ultra-low temperature (ULT) solders."

Review from Jason Sciberras, President, Saline Lectronics Division of Emerald Technologies

Jason Sciberras, President, Saline Lectronics Division of Emerald Technologies

"I would recommend that any data-driven engineers focused on taking their manufacturing operations to the next level read this book."

Review from Jason Keeping, Global Process Subject Matter Expert, Celestica

Jason Keeping, Global Process Subject Matter Expert, Celestica

"We live in a harsh world where protection is needed. Ruggedization is one of the fundamental processes that can help. This book provides a great summary of one of these key capabilities."

Review from Stephen V. Chavez, IPC Designers Council

Stephen V. Chavez, IPC Designers Council

"The author shows great insight into the many details and collaboration required for creating complex PCBs as well as the most important aspect of a successful design team, in my opinion—communication."

Review from Ammar Abusham, DFM Integration Engineer (AR EE Team), Meta Reality Labs

Ammar Abusham, DFM Integration Engineer (AR EE Team), Meta Reality Labs

"This book effectively addresses the need for early integration of manufacturing elements into the design process. In an industry racing against time, MDD is the key to staying ahead. "

Review from Christopher St. Mars, Process Engineer, Intervala

Christopher St. Mars, Process Engineer, Intervala

"This book offers an accurate look at the aspects and challenges the electronics manufacturing industry faces with regards to SMT Inspection and its surrounding technology. In-depth insight on new and exciting true 3D inspection technology is provided, with a look into the future of leveraging big data management and autonomous manufacturing for a smarter factory."

Review from Mike Cummings, Technical Director, TSI

Mike Cummings, Technical Director, TSI

"What I like about this book is it's not based on fear marketing; rather, it is an honest appraisal of a difficult decision companies have to make toward their product service life, based on the product field data and established and proven test processes."

Review from Steve Williams

Steve Williams

"There is something here for everyone. I highly recommend downloading this book right away!"

Review from Bob Tise, R&D Engineer, EMP Shield

Bob Tise, R&D Engineer, EMP Shield

"PCB design is as much art as science. While reading this book will not, itself, make you a professional PCB designer, it will help you make better decisions and trade-offs, saving time and money."

Review from Lambert Schutters, General Manager, ESCATEC Penang

Lambert Schutters, General Manager, 
ESCATEC Penang

"We need the right tools to create the best design for the intended purpose. This book is a great introduction and guide on how to approach the process holistically."

Review from Kyle Burk, PhD, President and Director of Engineering for KBJ Engineering, LLC

Kyle Burk, PhD, President and Director of Engineering for KBJ Engineering, LLC

"This textbook is a great addition and supplement to the first edition. It delves deeper into the science of insulated metal substrates and their useful, often overlooked, properties for proper thermal management."

Review from Michael Ingraham

Michael Ingraham

"Finally, a book on stackup design for designers that focuses on high-speed applications. This is a much-needed resource for the design community, and there is no one better or more qualified to write it than Bill Hargin."

Review from Mark Thompson, Engineering Manager, Out of the Box

Mark Thompson, Engineering Manager, Out of the Box

"I love this book. Particularly the sections on the effects of the glass weave, the history of laminate, and the difference between Dk and Effective Dk. I highly recommend this book for any designer or engineer looking to better understand laminate!"

Review from Joe O'Neil, Principal, OAA Ventures

Joe O'Neil, Principal, OAA Ventures

"The Printed Circuit Assembler’s Guide to Solder Defects is an outstanding summary of the how’s and why’s of paste theory, defect causation and recommended best practices. This short read contains real world advice from the experts. I highly recommend it for anyone involved in the PCB Assembly process."

Review from Lee Ritchey, Founder and President, Speeding Edge

Lee Ritchey, Founder and President, Speeding Edge

"Author Brad Griffin offers readers a very good explanation of system-level analysis of complex and high-speed electronic designs. I highly recommend this book for those who are getting started with the design of PCBs and systems that are used in data centers."

Review from Marius Stepanescu, Technical Director, ICCO EMT

Marius Stepanescu, Technical Director, ICCO EMT

"The Printed Circuit Assembler's Guide to... Smart Data explains the role of data acquisition and analytics in Industry 4.0. This book provides a very good description of the main challenges of collecting and handling smart data and analyzing it in the proper way."

Review from Dr. Johannes Adam, Consultant, ADAM Research

Dr. Johannes Adam, Consultant, ADAM Research

"If you want to know what measures you can take to keep your PCB cool, you need to read this book. The technologies and manufacturing processes for thermal management are summarized and presented in a unique way. "

Review from Mike Cummings, Technical Director, TSI

Mike Cummings, Technical Director, TSI

"Well-written and easy to follow, this dedicated book focuses on the importance of cleaning and decontamination of electronic circuits before application. This topic is timely and important, considering the increasing importance of high-reliability electronics, security, and safety in an increasingly connected world. "

Review from Farid Anani, VP of Operations, Computrol Inc.

Farid Anani, VP of Operations, Computrol Inc.

"This book is a must-read for those embarking on their IIoT journey; it provides a very accurate description of preparation requirements and risks to consider and avoid, not just technologically, but also organizationally." "

Review from Kelly Dack, CIT, CID+ PCB Designer, Instructor & Manufacturing Liaison

Kelly Dack, CIT, CID+ PCB Designer, Instructor & Manufacturing Liaison

"This book explains how information embedded in a PCB design layout database can be leveraged to efficiently and dynamically output more accurate PCB design documentation."

Review from Alex Stepinski, vice president, GreenSource Fabrication

Alex Stepinski, vice president, GreenSource Fabrication

"Happy takes a textbook-style approach using easy-to-follow language. He provides step-by-step points for the DIYer, especially for making your own chemistry controllers, while providing examples from his past experiences. "

Review from Dan Beaulieu, president, D.B. Management

Dan Beaulieu, president, D.B. Management

"If you are serious about creating the best, most perfect data packages available today, do yourself a favor. Download and read this book. It’s simple—the better the package, the better the board. "

Review from Raiyo Aspandiar, Ph.D., Senior Engineer, Intel Corporation

Raiyo Aspandiar, Ph.D., Senior Engineer, Intel Corporation

"This book does a good job of distilling out the chaff and focusing on the most relevant, valuable information available, including main drivers for the current worldwide interest in low-temperature soldering, the history of solder paste alloys and flux developments, as well as various applications for these materials."

Review from Andy Shaughnessy, Managing Editor, Design007 Magazine

Andy Shaughnessy, Managing Editor, Design007 Magazine

"This book will help the reader gain a comprehensive understanding of the physical realities of insulated metal substrates and their applications in the thermal management of electronic assemblies."

Review from Robert Tarzwell, PCB technologist, inventor, and writer

Robert Tarzwell, PCB technologist, inventor, and writer

"A concise ebook written in plain English so anyone can improve their RF and high-frequency printed circuit design. From Dk through edge plating, this book covers all areas of manufacturing an RF PCB, and provides many drawings and charts to clearly show each process."

Review from Gene Garat, President, Moss Bay EDA

Gene Garat, President, Moss Bay EDA

"Engineers new to the field as well as career veterans can all benefit from this quick read, well-illustrated with plenty of examples."

Review from Dr. Helmut Schweigart, Technology Development Head, Zestron Europe.

Dr. Helmut Schweigart, Technology Development Head, Zestron Europe.

"This micro eBook offers a comfortable approach to the selection, implementation, and testing of protective coating processes. It would be especially helpful for starters to use as a checklist for operational implementation."

Review from Eric Bogatin

Eric Bogatin

"If you care about signal integrity, you are sure to pick up a few nuggets of insight from this new eBook."

Review from Andy Kowaleski

Andy Kowaleski

"Martyn's book regarding the 'black art' of signal integrity in printed circuit boards hits the nail right on the head. I found his explanations to be accurate, easy to read and in enough depth to satisfy both beginners and seasoned veterans. All in all, highly recommended. And FREE is a BIG bonus."

Review from David M. Griffith, BSc Geophysicist

David M. Griffith, BSc  Geophysicist

"Must admit the philosophical arguments–e.g. simplification and welfare of all–caught my attention more than the technical stuff. I was able to keep up with the technical stuff (there's simplification for you) for the most part and the figures spoke volumes (a picture is indeed worth a thousand words) for the advantages of SAFE."

Review from Eric Bogatin

Eric Bogatin

"The Printed Circuit Designer's Guide to... Secrets of High-Speed PCBs, Part 1 pulls back the covers to illustrate the practical principles behind many of the confusing topics that arise in the overlap between manufacturing, materials, and signal integrity performance."

Review from Dan Beaulieu

Dan Beaulieu

"This book is long overdue. Finally, a book on AS9100 certification written in clear and concise language.""