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New Companion Guide to ‘DFM Essentials’ Delivers Deeper, Practical PCB Design Insights
June 9, 2025 | I-Connect007Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
The Companion Guide to DFM Essentials: Tips for Designing for Manufacturing is now available for free download. Building on the popular Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to... DFM Essentials, this new resource from American Standard Circuits and ASC Sunstone Circuits offers advanced, real-world guidance to help PCB designers streamline production and avoid costly pitfalls.
Inside, readers will find:
- Best practices for data formats like ODB++
- Tips on fab notes, material selection, and stackups
- Controlled impedance, via fills, back-drilling, and more
- Common CAM issues and how to prevent them
- Why early collaboration with fabricators matters
“This guide reflects decades of hands-on experience,” says Andy Shaughnessy, managing editor of Design007 Magazine. “It’s about preparing designers for successful board builds from the start.”
Download the original and new companion guide today to complete your DFM toolkit!
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