PCB Design for Manufacturability

Download the course syllabus

All virtual class sessions are recorded for review. The instructional content of the course is DfM software independent. Sessions presents an extensive presentation on the key PCB attributes that commonly have issues along with key information on supplier capabilities and suggested best-in-class documentation notes for these major areas:

• DfM Course Introduction, Fabricator Capability and Materials
• Panelization, Stackups and Surface Finishes
• Conductive Features, Holes/Vias and Other Mechanical Features
• Masks and Inks, Impedance and Signal Loss, and Electrical Test
• FPC, Documentation and Specifications

Participants receive the following helpful documents developed by Korf Consultancy LLC.

PCB Fabrication Design Rules
This editable document is designed to help PCB designers avoid many of the issues identified during the fabricator’s initial DFM review. It provides an extensive list of sample design rule parameters that designers can use to ensure that their designs are compatible with fabricator capabilities before the fabricator’s initial review. These globally representative design parameters are based on the most recent PCB design requirements.

Rigid PCB Fabrication Acceptance Specification 
This editable document provides recommended qualification and performance specifications for all IPC-6012 requirements defined as AABUS (As Agreed Between User and Subscriber). Designers can use this document to inform fabricators of their company’s specific manufacturing, documentation, and quality requirements, inclusive of those that do not appear in IPC Standards.