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January 14, 2022 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamEstimated reading time: 1 minute
In The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to... High Performance Materials, the latest release from I-007eBooks, readers will learn how to overcome challenges associated with choosing the right material for their specific application. Author Michael Gay of Isola provides a clearer picture of what to know when determining which material is the most desirable for which products.
Key questions answered:
- Why is PPO resin better than epoxy resin for electrical performance?
- Why could flat glass fabrics reduce the skew and ease for laser drilling?
- Why is very low-profile copper foil preferred for high-speed applications?
- What is the impact of raw materials on data rate and signal integrity testing?
PCB materials and DFM expert Mark Thompson says, “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 it for any designer or engineer looking to better understand laminate.”
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You can view other titles in our full library here. The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to… series is specifically dedicated to educating the circuit board design sector and serves as a valuable resource for those seeking the most relevant information available.
We hope you enjoy The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to… High Performance Materials.
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