Chimmuanya Okere
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 4/17/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Are there websites where I can get the component symbol, footprint and 3D files for my design?
Please provide the list of websites that I can get my component symbol, footprint and 3D files for my design.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 4/15/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Are there best practices for PCB Design for Manufacturing (DFM)?
What are some basic guidelines and best practices for PCB Design for Manufacturing
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 4/9/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Why is 1 oz copper the standard in PCB designs?
Why is 1 oz of copper the standard or majorly used in various PCB boards. What will happen if I decide to use 2 oz copper In my design.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 4/8/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
What is "surface finish" in PCB design?
When we say Surface finish in PCB design what does this mean, because I usually see in pcbway when trying to place an order.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 4/2/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
When should I use PCB HDI in my board design?
When is it adviceable to use a HDI PCB Design in your board when doing designs. What are the things we should look into before choosing HDI as a choice for a design.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/31/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
How many layers should I use in my PCB design?
While starting a project ,how should i decide the number of layers to use when designing my board. What are the best practice to consider before doing this.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/28/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Should I use a resistor voltage divider or dedicated voltage IC?
Using a resistor voltage divider network or a dedicated regulator IC to power a Chip, which one is better and more efficient, why ?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/26/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Unmatched Controlled impedence signal
What happens to a controlled impedence signal (e.g 50 ohms) running through a PCB, that is not matched correctly. What will be the effect on your board and the entire design.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/24/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
How do I choose an MCU for a battery-powered system design?
What are some guidelines we need to follow when selecting a microcontroller for an IoT device that runs on battery. What should be my consideration. Am currently starting a project on a battery powered device. Thanks.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/22/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
What is the best four-layer PCB stackup for signal integrity?
Which four layers stackup is more favourable for signal Integrity when Designing your PCB board.
Signal, Ground, Power, Signal
or Signal, Ground, Ground, Signal.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/19/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
What is the application of tactile buttons?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/14/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
PCB Design for Test
When Designing your PCB board for Test. To actually get to confirm that the prototype is working. What are the technicalities do I need to consider. And what's the best way to create test points on the board. Are there any rule of thumb
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/11/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Currently struggling with routing differential pairs for USB Type-C female connector
Currently struggling with routing differential pairs for USB Type-C female connector in my design, and it's proving to be quite challenging, especially with issues like length matching. Do you have any tips or strategies for effectively routing these pairs while ensuring signal integrity remains intact? Because the Type C has Two Set of differential pair, dont know what to do here.
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/7/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
How exactly does ESR influence electronic design
How exactly does ESR influence electronic design, especially in applications where power sensitivity is critical? And why do manufacturers often emphasize specific ESR values?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 3/4/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
MLCC Capacitor Variants and Use Case
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 2/29/2024 in #edge-networking
LoraWan Network
How can you optimize the scalability and capacity of a LoRaWAN network to accommodate a large number of devices in a dense urban environment?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 2/22/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Overview of Electronics SPICE Simulation Software
I'm looking to run some simulations on the power section of my electronics design, and I'm wondering what SPICE simulation software options are out there. Could you give me a rundown of some popular choices and how they can be utilized for different analysis purposes?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 2/14/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Selecting Antenna Connector Types for RF Circuit Boards
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 2/12/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
Best Practices for Differential Pair Signal Transitioning
I'm in the midst of transitioning a differential pair between layers on my PCB design, and I want to make sure I'm following the best practices to maintain signal integrity. Could you share some industry insights on how to do this effectively, considering factors like via placement and impedance matching?
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•Created by Chimmuanya Okere on 2/6/2024 in #pcb-and-analog
What is Load Capacitance of A Crystal
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