Frank

I'm Frank, a Senior Electronics Engineer with over a decade of experience in PCB design, embedded systems, and IoT. I write to demystify complex hardware topics and share practical insights

Joined on Jul 15, 2025

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Sep 12

RF PCB — an engineer’s practical guide

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Frank

Sep 12

Aluminum PCB Boards — an engineer’s practical guide

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6 min read

Frank

Sep 12

Rogers PCB Material — an engineer’s practical guide

5 min read

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Sep 9

Flexible PCB Manufacturer — an engineer’s practical guide

4 min read

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Sep 9

Flexible PCB Design — an engineer’s practical guide

5 min read

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Sep 8

PCB FR-4 Material — an engineer’s practical guide

5 min read

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Aug 31

Plating Process in PCB Manufacturing — a senior engineer’s practical guide

3 min read

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Aug 31

Top PCB Manufacturers — an engineer’s practical guide

4 min read

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Aug 30

Laser Drilling: Transforming PCB Manufacturing with Precision

3 min read

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Aug 30

Electrical Impedance — an engineer’s practical guide

5 min read

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Aug 23

The Tiny Powerhouses Behind Your Devices: A Simple Guide to Integrated Circuits

3 min read

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Aug 22

Choosing the Right PCB Manufacturer for Hobbyists

2 min read

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Aug 21

4 Layer PCB Stackup

3 min read

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Aug 20

Exploring the Advantages and Applications of Flexible PCBs in Modern Electronics

3 min read

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Aug 20

Cheap PCB Board: An Engineer’s Educational Guide to Affordable Prototyping

3 min read

Frank

Aug 19

6-Layer PCB Stackup: Engineering Insights & Practical Design

3 min read

Frank

Aug 19

How to Right Angle BNC in KiCad: A Senior Electronics Engineer’s Guide

3 min read

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Aug 19

How to Read a Circuit Diagram: Insights from a Senior Engineer

3 min read

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Aug 16

Electric Charge: The Silent Hero Powering Your Everyday Tech

3 min read

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Aug 16

Rogers PCB: The PTFE Advantage for High-Speed, Reliable Electronics

3 min read

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Aug 16

How Reflow Ovens Keep Your Electronics Reliable

2 min read

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Aug 15

Microelectronics Made Simple: How Tiny Tech Powers Your Everyday Devices

4 min read

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Aug 15

DIP Switch: Small Switch, Big Impact in Electronics

3 min read

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Aug 15

Rotary Encoders Explained

3 min read

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Aug 15

The Role of ICT Testers in PCB Manufacturing

3 min read

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Aug 14

Proximity Sensors: What They Are and How They Make Devices Smarter

3 min read

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Aug 14

How to Convert Watts to Amps

3 min read

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Aug 14

How Buck Converters Keep Your Devices Powered: A Simple Guide

3 min read

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Aug 14

Integrated Circuits: How Tiny Chips Power Modern Electronics

4 min read

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Aug 13

A Detailed Overview of Basic Electrical Circuit Components

4 min read

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Aug 13

RF PCB Manufacturing: An In-Depth Technical Overview

4 min read

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Aug 13

Impedance Control in PCB Design: A Technical Guide

5 min read

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Aug 13

Mastering PCB Prototyping and Assembly for Innovation

3 min read

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Aug 13

How Fast PCB Prototyping Accelerates Hardware Innovation

3 min read

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Aug 13

The Evolving Backbone of Electronics (Top PCB companies)

3 min read

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Aug 12

CSP Packaging: The Future of Compact Electronics

2 min read

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Aug 12

Circuit Breaker: Your Essential Guide to Electrical Safety

3 min read

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Aug 12

The Essential Role of High-Frequency PCBs in Modern Electronics

3 min read

Frank

Aug 7

Pick and Place Machines

3 min read

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Aug 7

The Essential Role of Wire Bonding in Modern Electronics

3 min read

Frank

Aug 6

Outgassing in PCB Manufacturing

3 min read

Frank

Aug 1

PCB Via-in-Pad: A Technical Guide from a Senior Electronics Engineer

4 min read

Frank

Jul 26

Wearable Electronics: The Future of Smart Technology

4 min read

Frank

Jul 26

Integrated Circuits: How Tiny Chips Power Modern Electronics

4 min read

Frank

Jul 23

Circuit Diagram Maker: Simplifying Your PCB Design Process

4 min read

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Frank

Jul 22

PCB Via Tenting: Everything You Need to Know

3 min read

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Jul 22

Calculate Impedance: A Practical Guide for PCB Designers

4 min read

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Jul 21

A Step‑by‑Step Guide on Electrical Symbols

4 min read

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Jul 21

How Low-Cost PCB Manufacturing Transforms Hardware Development

3 min read

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Jul 20

Why I Stopped Compromising on PCB Quality

3 min read

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Frank

Jul 20

The Local PCB Illusion: A Senior Engineer’s Global Sourcing Strategy

2 min read