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A Passion for Electronics Manufacturing

Our Engineering Tech, Ramon Torres shares his story about how he got into electronics and why he loves working at MacroFab.

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Top 6 Mistakes to Avoid in High Volume Electronics Manufacturing

High volume electronics manufacturing requires careful planning and organization. Here are the top six stumbling blocks to timely production.

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Decoding Tariff Impacts on US Electronics Manufacturing

Tariffs being implemented by the US government in July of 2018 will add an overall expected cost of 3% to electronic assemblies made in the USA.

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The Many Hats of Startup Life

Taylor discusses guiding customers through timelines and milestones to organization, planning and oversight of the High Volume Production Department.

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How to Integrate the Arduino Platform Into Your Product

Understand Arduino's core components, from the ATmega328p to the power supply circuit. Learn to integrate the Arduino platform for cost-effective designs.

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Red Hot PCB: Single Key Mechanical Keyboard

MacroFab Red Hot PCB features a the Big Switch, a fully-functional programmable macro key that runs QMK, has a mini USB port, and acts as a desk lamp.

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Fixture Code and Final Testing: PCM5122 Audio DAC

This is the completed fixture with the 3D printed standoff attached.

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The Magic of MacroFam

Our Director of Operations delves into how he got into electronics manufacturing and why working at the Fab is where we bring the magic, every day.

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Maintaining Your Kickstarter Product to Ensure Success

Electronic Kickstarter fulfillment is key. You'll want a manufacturer who manages and fulfills your Kickstarter inventory via cloud-based platform.

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Lowering Manufacturing Costs with Custom Enclosures

Cutting costs on a final product with off-the-shelf custom enclosures and design considerations, including plastic vs. metal, customization, and more.

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Trimming PCB Assembly Time: Three Tips for Startups

Here are three things to look for in a manufacturer for your Startup's PCB assembly: instant PCB quotes, turn-key manufacturing, and a cloud platform.

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Red Hot PCB: Four Port USB Charger

MacroFab Red Hot PCB features a 4 port USB charger allowing any USB-A compatible device to charge up to 2.7a. Charger includes LED wattmeter.

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Learn How to Cut PCB Fabrication Costs for Kickstarter Projects

Good, fast and cheap. Getting all three is impossible for many products, but when it comes to Kickstarter PCB fabrication, you really can have them all.

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Setting Up Production Testing for the PCM5122 Audio DAC

Production testing set up for PCM5122 Audio DAC featuring pogo pins, I2C Audio, manufacturing jigs, surface mounted fixtures, and more.

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Choosing the Right PCBA Manufacturer for Your Tech Startup

When it comes to Startup manufacturing, here are some key questions to ask about prototyping, inventory management, house parts, and more.

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On Art & Creating PCBs

MacroFab Software Developer Kaylan Smith discusses how she went from fine arts to software development and PCB workflow and just how connected they are.

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Red Hot PCB: Dual Preamp Piano Amplifier

This Red Hot PCB showcases a dual preamp and 40 watt power amplifier designed for vintage Wurlitzer 200 SST keyboards. It features a tremolo circuit.

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MacroRoundup for Week 14 of 2018

MacroFab Roundup #18 features articles on FUZE Bluetooth, ceramic capacitors, choosing bypass capacitors, as well as MF platform updates and event info.

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Via Tenting for PCB Design

Lead EE Parker discusses part selection when it comes to via tenting and non tented via tenting, which is a type of solder mask on surface mounted PCBs.

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SXSW Conference 2018 Technology Roundup

SXSW Conference 2018 is here! Check out some of MacroFab's suggestions for informational sessions to attend in the Technology sector.

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Test Results of the PCM5122 Audio DACs

The PCM5122 Audio DAC that Parker designed gets tested to see which passive part load our will go to production!

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Red Hot PCB: Prime_O Keyboards

This weeks' Red Hot PCB doesn't operate like your normal staggered keyboard but is an ortholinear keyboard custom designed by PrimeKB.

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CEO Chris Church Speaks at HYPE Event

Houston Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs HYPE event brought together young professionals and entrepreneurs to engage in the diverse Houston communit

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Component Market Shortages: Passives MLCCs

Increased demand for passives, especially MLCCs, has resulted in market shortages. Find out more in MacroFab's short market review.

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