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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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 Kris Moyer, Instructor, IPC

Kris Moyer, Instructor, IPC

"Whether you are new to PCB design or a seasoned designer with years of experience, this DFM book is an excellent resource. It covers many important concepts and informational topics to help ensure you achieve a successful, high-quality, high-yield PCB design the first time and every time."

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 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 John R. Watson, Legrand North America

John R. Watson, Legrand North America

"At a time when electronics are not just taking small steps but rather large leaps forward, this is an appropriate book for anyone working with PCB design. With countless and ever-changing steps involved in every design, it presents a clear understanding of the process. This book will be the go-to reference for all of our designers at Legrand North America."

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 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 Nick Niculita, Engineering Manager, SRXGlobal

Nick Niculita, Engineering Manager, SRXGlobal

"This book is a must-read for everybody who wants to improve the overall design-through-manufacturing NPI phase and ultimately do more with less, the Holy Grail of any manufacturer."

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 Eric Bogatin

Eric Bogatin

"I’ve been involved in aspects of PCB manufacturing and design for almost 40 years, and even I picked up a few useful nuggets of knowledge from this book."

Review from Gerry Partida, VP of Technology, Summit Interconnect

Gerry Partida, VP of Technology, Summit Interconnect

"Michael Gay’s book is a concise and detailed explanation of the critical materials that makes up a PCB. His thorough explanation will help any engineer, designer and fabricator understand the impact of the material selection in a PCB stackup. This book is truly a gift to the electronics industry and I thank him for sharing his knowledge with us."

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 Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

"This book provides good education, with examples and explanations to help the reader understand how the smart factory can improve performance and competitiveness."

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 Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

Happy Holden, Consulting Technical Editor, I-Connect007

"I found this book to be very educational and informative. I agree with the authors that there are many advantages to using an LMP solder paste when it comes to improving the assembly and field reliability of complex HDI structures. I was particularly interested in their look at advanced density packaging for PoP and SiP, as these are rising packaging trends."

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 Eric Bogatin

Eric Bogatin

"The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to… Power Integrity by Example from Mentor, A Siemens Business, explores the specific problem of via-to-via coupling through a cavity starting from the ground floor."

Review from Doug Pauls, Former IPC Cleaning and Coating Chairman, IPC Ambassador

Doug Pauls, Former IPC Cleaning and Coating Chairman, IPC Ambassador

"This work is a good primer (no pun intended) on conformal coatings and the many subtle things that a coating user must consider when selecting and evaluating a conformal coating for its ability to protect electronic assemblies. This would be a good text to start with for the new conformal coating process owner to rapidly bring them up the learning curve."

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 Bert Simonovich, Consultant & Founder, LAMSIM Enterprises Inc.

Bert Simonovich, Consultant & Founder, LAMSIM Enterprises Inc.

"I wish I had these books when I was starting out in my career."

Review from Dan Beaulieu

Dan Beaulieu

"Joe Fjelstad does a great job of explaining the ins and outs of this process, as well as the numerous prospective advantages and some possible caveats. "

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.""