Printed Circuits Handbook [Hardcover]

Clyde F., Jr. Coombs (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070127549 | ISBN-13: 978-0070127548 | Publication Date: December 27, 1995 | Edition: 4th

Continuously in print since 1966, this is the definitive reference on all aspects of the design, engineering, and manufacture of printed circuit boards (PCBs). Completely updated to reflect the many changes affecting the PCB and electronics industries since the publication of the previous edition. Of particular note is new material on the manufacture of PCBs, concurrent engineering, and computer-aided engineering techniques.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Want to sound like you really know PCBs? (July 10, 1998) Reviewer: A reader from Minneapolis, MN I was looking for a book that would teach me enough about the current technology in electronic component packaging and multilayer PCBs that I wouldn't feel like a fool working with manufacturing engineers, PCB layout people, PCB manufacturers, and assemblers. I think I learned quite a bit; now people think I have years of experience with these technologies. I really like the format. Each chapter in this book is written by a different person: there are people from HP, TI, IBM, Motorola and dozens of others that offer theory and practical knowledge. I think this book is quite useful, but I also think two things are necessary to make it work: (1) moderate electronics/PCB background and (2) a more experienced co-worker who can answer any questions that you have. The best and most up to date book of its kind. (April 5, 1997) Reviewer: A reader This book is a must for any engeneering department involved in printed circuit board design as well as production engineering, quality engineering,etc. It is the most comprehensive book of its kind that I have seen. The new edition includes leading and bleeding edge technologies and goes into great detail. This is not a basics book. If your looking for a reference guide to the full spectrum of the printed circuit board industry, this is the one to buy Amazon.com Reader Reviews --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

THE ONLY SINGLE- VOLUME REFERENCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF PRINTED CIRCUIT TECHNOLOGY

Defining the best in printed circuit board design and technology and unparalleled in thoroughness and reliability. COOMBS' PRINTED CIRCUITS HANDBOOK features:

* 30-years' stature as the best reference in the field
* Complete, definitive coverage of every facet of printed circuit assemblies, from design methods to manufacturing processes
* Exhaustive coverage of HDI (High Density Interconnect) technologies including design, material, and microvia fabrication, sequential lamination, assembly, testing, and reliability
* Fabrication developments including blind and buried vias, controlled depth drilling, direct imaging, horizontal and pulse plating
* Base materials, including traditional and alternative laminates
* Effective quality and reliability programs, including test & inspection, acceptability criteria, reliability of boards and assemblies, process capability and control
* Multi-layer and flexible printed circuit design, fabrication and assembly
* Advanced single- and multi-chip component packaging
* Top contributors from Motorola, Cisco, Compaq, Agilent, Hewlett-Packard, and other major companies
* CD-ROM with the entire book in searchable format
* Over 1300 pages covering every facet of PCB work
* More than 700 illustrations, charts, tables, and formulas that provide ready access to needed data

COOMBS' PRINTED CIRCUITS HANDBOOK is the PCB answer book, resolving more expert and workaday questions than any other single source in electronics.

* The most trusted, complete, and up-to-date reference on printed circuit boards
* Ideal for broadening your expertise and for solving problems that arise every day; basics for novices and advanced technologies for experienced practitioners
* Inside: fundamentals of printed circuit design, fabrication, assembly, test, and quality

THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND HANDBOOK HELPS YOU:

* Apply leading-edge techniques in design, fabrication, and assembly
* Solve density/heat issues
* Easily find needed data and equations

MEET THE NEED FOR SPEED AND MINIATURIZATION

Advancements in semiconductor packaging have caused a "Density Revolution" in printed circuit technology, leading to dramatic process innovations in all areas of the industry. Now COOMBS' PRINTED CIRCUITS HANDBOOK, the best-selling reference in the field for 30 years, updates you on PCB design and manufacturing processes, with details from leading engineers. Their revolutionary microvia and miniaturization processes are the heart of this new edition --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1088 pages
• Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill (Tx); 4th edition (December 27, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070127549
• ISBN-13: 978-0070127548
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,187,665 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Want to sound like you really know PCBs?, July 10, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Printed Circuits Handbook (Hardcover)

I was looking for a book that would teach me enough about the current technology in electronic component packaging and multilayer PCBs that I wouldn't feel like a fool working with manufacturing engineers, PCB layout people, PCB manufacturers, and assemblers. I think I learned quite a bit; now people think I have years of experience with these technologies.

I really like the format. Each chapter in this book is written by a different person: there are people from HP, TI, IBM, Motorola and dozens of others that offer theory and practical knowledge.

I think this book is quite useful, but I also think two things are necessary to make it work: (1) moderate electronics/PCB background and (2) a more experienced co-worker who can answer any questions that you have.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best and most up to date book of its kind., April 5, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Printed Circuits Handbook (Hardcover)

This book is a must for any engeneering department involved in printed circuit board design as well as production engineering, quality engineering,etc. It is the most comprehensive book of its kind that I have seen. The new edition includes leading and bleeding edge technologies and goes into great detail. This is not a basics book. If your looking for a reference guide to the full spectrum of the printed circuit board industry, this is the one to buy

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Must have reference book, January 6, 2005

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This review is from: Coombs' Printed Circuits Handbook (Hardcover)

The only reason I give this book a 4 star rating is because of the information that was removed from fourth to fifth edition. To serve as a complete reference you must buy both editions. The topics covered are significantly different.

Excellent books. Must have for any person involved in Printed circuit board industry.