This complete guide to PCB edge plating explains what it is, when to use it, how the PCB plating process works, key design rules, manufacturing limitations, and inspection standards.

Learn what a furnace control board is, how it works, common failure signs, troubleshooting steps, and how reliable control boards for furnace systems are manufactured by PCBasic.

This comprehensive guide compares top providers for PCBA prototyping, PCB assembly and PCBA testing, highlighting why PCBasic stands out as the leading choice.

Learn the most common PCB assembly problems, their root causes, and practical troubleshooting methods. Improve reliability, reduce rework, and speed up debugging.

This guide compares 5 leading PCBA prototyping suppliers, including PCBasic and Kingford, helping you choose the right PCBA manufacturer for your quick-turn projects.

Learn what the AC voltage symbol (V~) means on a multimeter, how to find it, when to use it, and how to measure AC safely, and learn the difference between AC and DC.

Learn how to evaluate a PCBA manufacturer’s capability with a clear, multi-dimension framework covering certifications, SMT/THT capacity, quality control, engineering support, and supply chain stability.

This 2025 guide explains how to evaluate a PCBA manufacturer, verify capabilities, compare suppliers, and why PCBasic is a leading China PCB assembly partner for global OEMs.

This guide explains the basic electronic components found in every circuit. Learn how electronics basic components work and how they are classified.

Discover the essential certifications every reliable PCBA manufacturer should hold. Learn how standards like ISO 13485, RoHS, UL, IPC, and IATF 16949 ensure quality and safety.

Learn what rapid prototyping is, how 3D and PCB/PCBA prototyping accelerate hardware development and why modern companies rely on rapid prototyping services.

Learn how to solder wires easily and safely, including step-by-step instructions, tools, techniques, common mistakes, FAQs, and detailed methods for soldering wires.

A guide to lead-free PCB assembly, RoHS-compliant materials, laminates, surface finishes, lead-free solder vs leaded solder, SMT and wave soldering processes.

A comprehensive guide to electronics prototyping, including rapid prototyping vs classic prototyping, PCB prototype stages and manufacturing techniques.

Learn the top factors that influence PCB assembly cost—from materials and processes to testing, logistics, and market conditions. Understand PCBA pricing clearly and get instant, transparent quotes from PCBasic.

Black pad is a serious ENIG PCB defect caused by nickel hyper-corrosion, leading to poor solderability and long-term failures. Learn its causes, symptoms, and how to prevent or solve black pad issues to improve PCB reliability.

Explore full turnkey PCB assembly services, offering comprehensive solutions for PCB fabrication, component sourcing, assembly, and testing, all under one roof.

This comprehensive guide explains what a control board is, how an electronic control board works, its components, types, manufacturing processes and its key design considerations

This 2025 guide introduces what turnkey PCBA means, its advantages, and a detailed review of the top PCBA manufacturers in China—including PCBasic and Sanmina.

Discover everything about circuit boards, including PCB types, structure, materials, the full manufacturing process, circuit board design, components, applications and more.