A Winning Approach to Flexible PCB Design

摘要

COMPARED WITH RIGID PCB design requirements, designers of flex circuits have a wider range of options. Flexible PCBs are characterized by dense designs conforming to a specific form factor. With flex, designers can apply greater functionality within smaller volumes of space more cost-efficiently, while also providing better stability and reliability. Designing flexible circuits offers unique direct advantages, including fewer connectors and thus lower cost and a gain in physical space. There are indirect advantages as well, including less time and associated assembly cost. However, moving to flexible PCBs brings its own set of challenges and concerns. Here are a list of best practices and guidelines for designers.