Tag Archives: heavy copper PCB

Thermal Vias with Thick Copper: Design Optimization

Thermal Vias with Thick Copper: Design Optimization

Thick copper does not automatically solve PCB heat problems; it can also expose weak via design, poor plating assumptions, and bad stack-up choices. This article explains how to optimize Thermal Vias for real heat flow, manufacturability, and cost control.

Copper Weight Impact on Metal Core Thermal Performance

Copper Weight Impact on Metal Core Thermal Performance

Copper weight can improve MCPCB thermal behavior, but it is not a magic fix for poor stackup design. This article explains when copper tubing should be thickened and when it should not, as well as what buyers should do to prepare before making a purchase.