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Engineeringgids24 april 2026• 11 min

PCB Current Derating for Enclosed Products

How to derate PCB current in sealed or fanless products. Practical copper-width, temperature-rise, via, and procurement guidance for boards that run hot inside enclosures.

Current DeratingEnclosed ElectronicsHigh Current PCB
Engineeringgids23 april 2026• 11 min

Tracebreedteplanning voor PCB's van batterijbeheersystemen

Praktische BMS PCB-traceringsbreedtebegeleiding voor pakketstroom, celdetectieroutering, balanceringsweerstanden, zekeringen, contactors, via's en inkoopbeoordelingen vóór fabricage.

BMS PCBBattery Management SystemTrace Width
Engineeringgids22 april 2026• 10 min

Wanneer thermische via's gebruiken onder hete componenten

Praktische richtlijnen over wanneer thermische via's onder QFN's, regelaars, LED's, MOSFET's en voedingsmodules de PCB-temperatuur verbeteren, en wanneer ze in plaats daarvan soldeer-, kosten- of montageproblemen veroorzaken.

Thermal ViasThermal PadPCB Thermal Design
Engineeringgids21 april 2026• 11 min

Mixed-Signal PCB-retourpadfouten die ruis veroorzaken

Praktische begeleiding bij fouten in het mixed-signal PCB-retourpad die ADC-ruis, grondstuiteren en EMC-problemen veroorzaken. Leer wanneer u vliegtuigsplitsingen moet vermijden, waar u via's kunt naaien en hoe u converterovergangen kunt bekijken voordat u deze vrijgeeft.

Mixed-Signal PCBReturn PathGround Plane
Engineeringgids20 april 2026• 12 min

How to Choose Copper Weight for Power Electronics PCBs

Practical guidance for selecting 1oz, 2oz, or heavier copper on power electronics PCBs. Learn when copper weight solves a real problem, when wider pours are enough, and what buyers should confirm before fabrication.

Copper WeightPower Electronics PCBHigh Current PCB
Engineeringgids19 april 2026• 11 min

IPC-2152 Temperature Rise Examples for Real Boards

Real PCB current-carrying examples using IPC-2152 thinking. See how layer, copper weight, bottlenecks, and board context change the trace width you should actually release to fabrication.

IPC-2152Temperature RiseTrace Width
Engineeringgids18 april 2026• 9 min

Designing PCB Traces for PoE Current Levels

Practical PoE PCB guidance for 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt. Size the 48V path, bridge, vias, and bottlenecks without overbuilding every Ethernet-adjacent trace.

PoE PCBPower over EthernetTrace Width
Engineeringgids17 april 2026• 10 min

Hoe je koper op maat maakt voor motorstuurkaarten

Praktische richtlijnen voor het kiezen van 1oz versus 2oz koper, traceer- en gietgrootte, via telling en spanningsdalingsdoelen op PCB's van motoraansturingen.

Motor Driver PCBCopper WeightHigh Current PCB
Engineeringgids17 april 2026• 9 min

PCB Trace Width for CAN Bus Routing

How wide should CAN bus traces be on a PCB? Practical routing guidance for CAN and CAN FD, including width targets, pair symmetry, impedance considerations, and fab-ready checkpoints.

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Normen20 december 2024• 8 min

IPC-2221 vs IPC-2152: Which to Use?

A comprehensive comparison of the two major PCB current carrying capacity standards. Learn when to use each and how they differ in trace width calculations.

IPC-2221IPC-2152PCB Standards
Ontwerpgids18 december 2024• 10 min

PCB Copper Weight: 0.5oz vs 1oz vs 2oz

Compare 0.5oz, 1oz, and 2oz PCB copper weights. Real-world applications, cost trade-offs, and trace width impacts explained.

Copper WeightPCB ManufacturingTrace Width
Best practices16 december 2024• 12 min

10 Common PCB Trace Width Mistakes

Avoid costly PCB redesigns by learning the most common trace width mistakes. From temperature rise to manufacturing tolerances.

Trace WidthPCB MistakesDesign Tips
Ontwerpgids14 december 2024• 9 min

Thermal Via vs Signal Via Design

Understanding the key differences between thermal vias and signal vias is crucial for effective PCB design. Learn sizing, placement, and when to use each type.

Thermal ViaSignal ViaVia Design
Engineeringgids12 december 2024• 11 min

Via Sizing: How Many Vias Needed?

Calculate the exact number of vias needed for your PCB. Engineering formulas for current requirements with practical examples.

Via SizingVia CountCurrent Capacity
High-speed ontwerp10 december 2024• 14 min

Microstrip vs Stripline vs CPW Guide

Compare microstrip, stripline, and coplanar waveguide for high-speed PCB design. Impedance calculations and use cases.

MicrostripStriplineCoplanar
High-speed ontwerp8 december 2024• 15 min

High-Speed Impedance: USB, HDMI, PCIe

Complete reference guide for high-speed interface impedance requirements. Covers USB 2.0/3.0, HDMI, PCIe Gen 1-5, DDR3/4/5, and more with practical design tips.

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Tools6 december 2024• 7 min

5 Free PCB Calculators for Engineers

Essential online calculators for PCB design: trace width, via current, impedance, and more. Boost your productivity with these free tools.

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Best practices4 december 2024• 13 min

PCB Design Checklist: 25 Key Points

Never send a flawed PCB to manufacturing again. 25-point checklist covering trace widths to impedance matching.

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Ontwerpgids2 december 2024• 10 min

Internal vs External PCB Layers

Thermal and electrical differences between internal and external PCB layers. How layer choice affects trace width and heat.

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