CATEGORY A
What layer is found on top of the cooper foil?
Soldermask
What is the first step in soldering electronic components to a PCB?
Prepare the materials
What step involves transferring the PCB design onto the copper-clad substrate?
Photolithography
Which method has fewer steps and is less expensive than other etching methods?
Laser Etching
What does the dry etching process usually use to activate chemical reactions?
Plasma
What specifies the layout of electronic components, traces, and layers on the board?
PCB Design
What type of drilling machine has several work heads positioned over a single table?
Gang Drilling Machine
What is done to verify the functionality and integrity of the fabricated PCB?
Testing
What type of drill uses rechargeable batteries?
Cordless Drilling Machine
What refers to the most vital element in electronic circuits and equipment?
Printed Circuit Board
What method requires UV exposure equipment and specific chemicals, making it more suitable for advanced users?
Photo Transfer Method
What is the second step in the PCB etching process?
Designing the PCB
What layer is most common designator of fiberglass?
Substrate
What type of drilling machine is used for large and heavy workpieces?
Radial Drilling Machine
What layer adds letter, numbers, and symbols to the PCB that allow for easier assembly and indicator for humans to better understand the board?
Silkscreen
In electrochemical etching, what does the metal act as?
Cathode
What method is commonly used for large-scale production due to its efficiency and durability?
Silk Screen Method
What is the process of removing unwanted copper from a printed circuit board called?
PCB Etching
What happens if the solder does not flow into the joint properly?
It will look dull
What is the process of transforming a design concept into a physical and workable circuit board?
PCB Fabrication
What shape should the solder flow into when applied?
Volcanic Shape
What consists of a layer of copper laminated onto a non-conductive substrate, such as fiberglass or phenolic?
Cooper Clad Board
What material is a Twist Drill or Drill Bit made from?
High Speed Steel
What should you do after plugging in the soldering iron?
Pre-heat the soldering iron
What layer is laminated to the board with heat and adhesive?
Copper