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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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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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

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The HDI Handbook

Flexible Circuit Technology, 4th Edition

Review from Gary Korkala

Gary Korkala

"The Printed Circuit Assembler's Guide to... X-ray Inspection is a must read for those engaged in the radiographic inspection of electronic components. It provides a clear, concise description of the X-ray process and includes a comprehensive number of comparative images."

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 Kevin Byrd, Principal Engineer, Intel Corporation

Kevin Byrd, Principal Engineer, Intel Corporation

"This book provides an excellent overview of both the history of low-temperature solders as well as the recent progress in this exciting surface mount technology. This information will prove valuable for those actively pursuing low-temperature solder conversion of their manufacturing processes as well as those working to understand the progress and future for the low-temperature solder materials."

Review from Alejandro Carrillo, Founder/General Manager, InterLatin

Alejandro Carrillo, Founder/General Manager, InterLatin

"Factory Analytics is great reading! Data analytics provides evidence of sustained performance and continuous improvement. This book also covers new tools like machine learning and how AI will bring new levels of factory analytics and efficiency."

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 Gus Becerra, Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Marvell

Gus Becerra, Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Marvell

"As fabrication and manufacturing technologies advance, it is necessary to evolve our methods to analyze and review designs. This book utilizes data-driven concepts in all aspects of the fabrication and assembly processes to improve design capabilities. "

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 Dan Beaulieu

Dan Beaulieu

"A "must-have" guidebook for everyone involved in Flex technology."

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 Bert Simonovich, Consultant & Founder, LAMSIM Enterprises Inc.

Bert Simonovich, Consultant & Founder, LAMSIM Enterprises Inc.

"From novice board designers to experienced signal integrity engineers, this book has something for everyone involved with PCB stackups. A must-read for anyone having to work with PCB fab shops"

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 Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

"This is essential reading for those who are wondering, "What can smart factories do for me?" The Mentor/Siemens description of how Industry 4.0 can benefit an electronics manufacturer, and how to go about using such a concept, is both detailed and easy to understand. It is one of the best books on the subject!"

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 Alun Morgan, Chairman, EIPC

Alun Morgan, Chairman, EIPC

" A comprehensive tour through the world of thermal management. Required reading for designers and end users wishing to understand the science and practice of using insulated metal substrate materials."

Review from Mike Carano, VP of technology and business development at RBP Chemical Technology

Mike Carano, VP of technology and business development at RBP Chemical Technology

"The definitive guide to navigating the unique challenges one faces when fabricating RF printed circuit boards."

Review from Andy Shaughnessy

Andy Shaughnessy

"This micro eBook should be required reading for every PCB designer or design engineer, whether novice or veteran. This book makes a great follow-up to Mentor’s previous eBook, The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to…Signal Integrity."

Review from Stephen Las Marias, Managing Editor, SMT Magazine

Stephen Las Marias, Managing Editor, SMT Magazine

"To those looking to know more about conformal coatings—from fundamentals and testing, to industry standards and best practices—this micro eBook is the best starting point. Not only does this eBook provide the most important bits of information, but it also presents case studies to help you create successful conformal coating strategies for your applications."

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 Tom Borkes, Founder, The Jefferson Project

Tom Borkes, Founder, The Jefferson Project

"Mr. Fjelstad has dared to think outside the box. The result is a very readable exposition in logic, posing and answering a basic question: Why do interconnect electronics with solder? Socrates would be proud!"

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 Andy Shaughnessy

Andy Shaughnessy

"This may be the single best source of info about the AS9100 certification. Easy to digest yet full of details, it’s all here: from start to finish..."