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Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25 • Jun 9, 2025
Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25. Part I: From Directives to Creepage Rules

We are introducing a new video series on the Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25. In the first chapter, Samer Aldhaher demonstrates how to define net classes, apply clearance and creepage rules, and validate constraints within both the schematic and PCB. The video uses a 1kW, 400V brushless DC motor driver project to illustrate real-world applications.

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Altium Designer's 25 Quantitative Benefits • Jun 6, 2025
Design Faster with Altium Designer 25

Every second and every click count in the product development cycle. See how the new PCB Layout Replication feature in Altium Designer 25 boosts your efficiency in the PCB design process. Want to improve even more? Check out our Benefit Calculator now!

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How-To's • Jun 5, 2025
Creating PCB Drill Drawings and Tables in Altium Designer

If you want to learn more about drill drawings and tables in your PCB designs using Altium Designer, this tutorial is a must-watch. In the video, our Tech Consultant Zach Peterson walks you through multiple methods for generating these critical fabrication documents, including automatic Gerber outputs and custom drawings.

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New in Altium Designer 25 • Jun 4, 2025
Streamlining Team Collaboration in Industrial PCB Projects - Recording Preview

This webinar recording shows how Altium Designer and Altium 365 improve team collaboration in industrial PCB projects. It covers features like version control, live commenting, task tracking, and JIRA integration to help teams work more efficiently and reduce costly errors.

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Blog • Jun 3, 2025
Preparing for Prototype: Final Component Validation

Final component validation is the last critical check before building a prototype, ensuring all parts are accurate, available, and viable. This article shows how Altium’s integrated tools—like SiliconExpert, Z2Data, Octopart, and BOM Portal—help teams avoid costly surprises and prepare with confidence.

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Blog • Jun 2, 2025
Getting Started with Harness Design in Altium Designer 25

Explore the essential steps and tools for Harness Design in Altium Designer 25, from initial setup to final documentation. The article highlights how the unified design environment streamlines the entire process, improving efficiency and project integration.

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Blog • May 30, 2025
The Future of PCB Design Starts Here

Altium Designer is constantly evolving, with powerful new features and updates on the way. Get an exclusive first look at what’s coming next—visit our Coming Soon page to stay up to date with the latest innovations.

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Blog • May 29, 2025
Simplify Harness-to-System Connections for Better PCB Design Outcomes

Struggling to keep harness and system designs in sync? In our brand-new article we explore how integrating PCB and harness design workflows can eliminate errors, improve collaboration, and accelerate your development process. Discover a smarter approach to connecting your harness to the system.

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How-To's • May 28, 2025
AC Coupling Capacitors: Placement for High-Speed PCB Design

Learn the facts about AC coupling capacitor placement in high-speed PCB designs. In this video, Zach Peterson explores the ongoing debate: should AC coupling capacitors be placed near the transmitter or the receiver in high-speed differential pairs?

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Blog • May 27, 2025
The Crucial Balance: Cost, Quality, and Availability In Electronic Component Selection

Balancing cost, quality, and availability is key when selecting electronic components. This article explores how to make informed choices that meet design goals while managing supply chain and sourcing challenges.

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New in Altium Designer 25 • May 23, 2025
Coming Soon: Export 3D-MID Tracks as Centerline Curves

Coming Soon: 3D-MID Track-to-Centerline Export allows you to export conductive tracks on 3D substrates as precise centerline curves within STEP files—enabling seamless integration with advanced 5-axis manufacturing processes. Explore more upcoming upgrades on our Coming Soon page.

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New in Altium Designer 25 • May 20, 2025
Advanced xSignal and Impedance Control Techniques - Recording Preview

This webinar recording explores advanced xSignal and impedance control techniques in Altium Designer 25. It covers defining xSignals, managing impedance profiles, differential pairs, and delay tuning—all essential for high-speed PCB design. Full recording you find here: April 2025 COM Webinar Recording.

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Blog • May 19, 2025
Wire Harness Failures: The Hidden Costs and Real-World Recalls That Could Have Been Prevented

Wire harness failures can lead to significant financial losses, production delays, and safety hazards. This article delves into real-world examples of such failures across industries and illustrates how modern CAD tools can help prevent these costly issues.

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How-To's • May 16, 2025
Coming Soon: Embedded 3D Models for Harness Designs

Coming soon: the Embedded 3D Models for Harness Designs feature will automatically include Parasolid-format 3D models in your harness layout drawings. This improves integration with MCAD CoDesigner, enabling seamless synchronization between electrical and mechanical design domains. To see more upcoming upgrades, visit our Coming Soon page.

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New in Altium Designer 25 • May 14, 2025
Make Smarter Design Decisions with Signal Analyzer by Keysight

Discover how to simplify your workflow and boost design confidence with Signal Analyzer by Keysight—a complete extension available right inside Altium Designer 25. This whitepaper shows you how to analyze impedance, delay, and insertion/return loss without ever leaving your design environment.

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Blog • May 13, 2025
Part Selection Fundamentals: Creating Resilient Component Requirements

Learn how to ensure electronic components meet the demands of harsh environments. This article explores key standards, testing protocols, and design considerations for building resilient systems that perform reliably under extreme conditions.

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Why the Principles Are Sound, but the Tactics Need a Re-Think
Blog • Feb 26, 2024
What Most Agile "Gurus" Get Wrong About Hardware Development

Explore common myths about Agile hardware development and learn how to adapt Agile principles for hardware projects.

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Blog • Feb 23, 2024
Design Phase – Lid Assembly Electronics Part 2

We are going deeper into lid assembly electronics in our Open Source Laptop project. In this chapter we will tackle the PCB design of the webcam board and show you how to deal with some expected challenges, such as overall small form factor of the board or breaking out the microscopic webcam image sensor.

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Commercial Altium 365 vs Altium 365 GovCloud Comparison
Blog • Feb 20, 2024
Compare Commercial Altium 365 vs Altium 365 GovCloud

If you're trying to understand how commercial Altium 365 differs from Altium 365 GovCloud, you're in the right place. Click to grasp the unique features of each.

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Agile Hardware Development
Blog • Feb 19, 2024
5 Ways Hardware Development Is Just… Different

Explore the challenges and strategies of implementing Agile methodology in electronics hardware development. Understand key differences between hardware and software development within the Agile framework.

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Blog • Feb 13, 2024
Flexible Circuit Assembly: Thinking Through Component Placement

The flexible circuits are ideal for applications where a thin, small, and lightweight PCB is needed. However, in such cases, challenges in assembly and fabrication often arise. This article delves into these challenges, focusing on component selection and placement and how they can significantly impact the performance of the flexible circuit in its intended application.

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Blog • Feb 9, 2024
Coding Your Own Networked Test Equipment

Have you ever performed manual tests? If your answer is yes, you're likely aware of how laborious and time-consuming the entire process can be. Allow us to introduce you to the realm of test equipment automation. Our new step-by-step guide empowers you to write code that seamlessly configures your networked test equipment, all from the convenience of your computer.

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Blog • Feb 6, 2024
Pi.MX8 Project – Schematic structure and component placement

We are advancing with our brand new Pi.MX8 Project. In this chapter, we delve deeper into two crucial aspects: the overall schematic and component placement on the PCB board. Don't hesitate to check it out. Additionally, you can follow this project through our workspace; the link is provided within the article.

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Blog • Jan 31, 2024
Redefine PCB Boundaries with HDI Design

Dive into the world of High-Density Interconnect (HDI) design to enhance your projects. Explore heightened signal integrity, improved reliability, and the seamless integration of advanced technologies - all within compact and lightweight designs. Discover more about HDI on our updated feature page.

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OrCAD Design Collaboration in Altium 365
Blog • Jan 29, 2024
OrCAD Design Collaboration in Altium 365

Ready to start collaborating on your OrCAD projects in a multi-CAD environment? Check how you can use Multi-CAD File Support in Altium 365 in practice.

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Blog • Jan 25, 2024
The Critical Role of Constraint-Based PCB Design in Modern Electronics

A constraint-based approach to PCB design is crucial in today's electronics industry. This article delves deeper into this complex and interesting topic, exploring various types of constraints, their advantages, and providing guidance on implementing them into your PCB design process.

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Blog • Jan 23, 2024
Pi.MX8 Project – Introduction and Overview

Do you have extensive knowledge about the Pi.MX8 module? We're excited to introduce a new series of articles focusing on an innovative approach to utilizing this module. In this inaugural chapter, we provide insights into the preparation for this project and detail the elements that will be used.

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Blog • Jan 22, 2024
How to 'Shift Left' and Connect Procurement and Engineering? Altium 365 BOM Portal Step-by-Step

Learn why BOM management is critical for both procurement managers and electronic engineers. Altium 365 BOM Portal helps to bridge the gap between these worlds. Discover how!

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Blog • Jan 10, 2024
Altium 365 Assembly Assistant: Available Now in the Altium Store

Happy New Year! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that the Altium 365 Assembly Assistant is now officially released and available for direct purchase through the Altium Store.

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Blog • Jan 9, 2024
Simple Documentation for Hand PCB Assembly

Creating documentation for hand PCB assembly does not prevent the same documentation from being utilized to assist in automated PCB assembly. Learn more about the optimal format for this data to enhance both your hand PCB assembly and overall assembly processes.

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Blog • Jan 8, 2024
Constraint Manager: Precision in Every Detail

Explore the powerful features of Altium Designer 24! Experience Constraint Manager and revolutionize your PCB design with reusable constraint sets, schematic-to-board rule transition, easy class and differential pair grouping, and more.

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Blog • Dec 21, 2023
Accelerate Last-Minute Design Changes with Altium 365

Curious about how to solve production blockers before they derail your product launch? Explore how Altium 365® can help you swiftly manage last-minute design changes.

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Altium Stories • Jul 5, 2024
Innovative Jewelry: Startup Uses Altium to Embed Electronics

Discover how Safety by Cilia transformed personal protection by utilizing Altium Designer and Altium 365 to create groundbreaking jewelry that also functions as a safety alarm. This device integrates GPS tracking, dual alarm options (both loud and silent), automatic audio recording, and rapid notification capabilities, all while maintaining an accessory that excels in both aesthetics and functionality.

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Wearable Design Project • Jul 2, 2024
Wearable Design Project - Part VI: PCB Layout part II

Join us for Part VI of the Wearable Design Project as Piet Callemeyn finalizes the PCB layout, focusing on rigid-flex design. Learn key strategies for optimizing your wearable tech design. Like, comment, and subscribe!

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Altium Stories • Jun 28, 2024
Super Capacitors Unlock the Future of Energy

In this brand new episode of Altium Stories, we invite you to explore how Skeleton Technologies is transforming numerous industries with their innovative graphene-based superbatteries. Their advanced electronics technology powers AI data centers, stabilizes electrical grids, and creates new energy opportunities, all while advancing us toward a net-zero future.

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Wearable Design Project • Jun 26, 2024
Wearable Design Project - Part V: PCB Layout Part I

Join Piet Callemeyn in Part V of our wearable technology design series as he delves into the complexities of PCB layout for a wireless heart rate sensor. In this session, we will guide you through the initial steps of PCB layout preparation.

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Mixed Simulation Series • Jun 24, 2024
Mixed Simulation Pt.5: Power Loss Optimization & Sensitivity Analysis

Discover methods to reduce power loss and employ Sensitivity Analysis in Altium Designer to enhance circuit efficiency and robustness. This tutorial guides you through practical techniques and tools for optimizing power usage in your designs.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Jun 20, 2024
Custom Pad Stack: Use Cases

Unlock the secrets of custom pad stacks in Altium Designer! This video tutorial takes you from basics to advanced techniques, covering pad creation, customization, and multi-layer pads. Enhance your PCB design skills with this comprehensive guide.

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Mixed Simulation Series • Jun 14, 2024
Mixed Simulation Pt. 4: Setting Up Power Measurements and Using Measurement Expressions

Part IV of our Constraint Manager Series is live! In this episode, we explore essential steps like setting up physical constraints, conducting layout checks, and organizing constraint sets for efficient PCB design management. Follow along to enhance your workflow and optimize your designs.

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Altium Stories • Jun 12, 2024
From Tragedy to Triumph: Personal Safety Made Beautiful

Safety by Cilia has developed a personal safety alarm disguised as jewelry, offering a personalized security solution. Discover how Altium’s solutions can help address the complexities of miniaturization and power management in a small form factor, as the team did.

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Mixed Simulation Series • Jun 10, 2024
Mixed Simulation Series Part 3: SPICE Models & Parameters

Learn to select and apply SPICE models in Altium Designer to enhance the accuracy of your circuit simulations. This tutorial provides practical insights into using SPICE models effectively in your designs.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Jun 6, 2024
The Value of Upgrading: Time and Financial Advantages of Recent Altium Versions - Recording Preview

Watch our exclusive May webinar recording to learn how Altium Designer 24 can enhance your workflow. The full video of this webinar can be found here: COM May Webinar Recording

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Altium Stories • Jun 4, 2024
How Electronics Enable Exploration of the Earth's Last Frontier

Newgrange Design, a PCB design service bureau, and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), a leader in ocean research and technology, have partnered to advance oceanographic exploration through innovative solutions. See how Altium software helps in the development of an underwater acoustic modem.

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Mixed Simulation Series • May 30, 2024
Mixed Simulation Series - Part 2: AC Analysis Sweeps & Inline SPICE Directives

Explore AC analysis and SPICE simulations in Altium Designer to elevate your circuit design and analysis skills. This video guides you through essential techniques for accurate and effective simulations.

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Altium Stories • May 28, 2024
Innovative Kidney Disease Bio Sensor Designed with Altium Software

Check how Altium software helps Metyos, pioneers in the development of a biowearable aimed at monitoring chronic kidney disease, in their work. They needed efficient collaboration tools to manage contributions from mechanical, chemical, and electrical engineers, which our software can provide.

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Octopart • May 24, 2024
Finding Inductors: Alternate Parts Series: Part 2

In part two of the Alternate Part series, we delve into the quest for a fitting alternate inductor for a battery controller IC equipped with a switching regulator.

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Mixed Simulation Series • May 23, 2024
Mixed Simulation Series - Part 1: Add Sources, Specify Coupled Inductors & Configure Result Plots

Watch this tutorial to learn how to design and optimize a five-block charging circuit using mixed simulation tools in Altium Designer, enhancing functionality and efficiency with practical tips and insights.

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How-To's • May 20, 2024
Enhance Design Review Efficiency and Assembly Precision with MultiBoard Draftsman

Discover the capabilities of the multi-board Draftsman feature in Altium Designer 24 in our latest video, where we showcase its role in enhancing documentation processes using a mini-PC multi-board. Learn to create detailed, visually appealing documentation efficiently.

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On-Demand Webinar • Oct 24, 2024
Modernizing Engineering Workflows: Altium Designer 25 and the Future of Concurrent Design
Struggling with team misalignment and design errors? Join our exciting webinar to discover the groundbreaking advancements in Altium Designer 25!
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KiCad Webinar
On-Demand Webinar • Oct 16, 2024
Taking the Next Step: Growing Beyond KiCad with Altium
Join our upcoming webinar to discover how Altium Designer can transition your KiCad projects without any data loss
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Synchronize to Optimize Jira Integration
On-Demand Webinar • Oct 7, 2024
Synchronize to Optimize: Enhancing Efficiency with Jira Integration for Altium 365
Tired of juggling multiple tools for project management? Watch the webinar and see how Jira Integration for Altium 365 can optimize your workflows.
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Wire bonding
On-Demand Webinar • Sep 29, 2024
Unlock New Design Possibilities with Wire Bonding
Explore how wire bonding can enhance your designs, provide size reduction, improve power management, and increase mechanical reliability.
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routing
On-Demand Webinar • Sep 29, 2024
Advanced Routing Features & Techniques
To help you get the most out of your experience with Altium Designer, join our webinar this month and learn advanced routing techniques.
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On-Demand Webinar • Sep 25, 2024
Signal Integrity Made Simple
Discover how to easily detect and resolve high-speed signal integrity challenges without the need for extensive expertise.
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On-Demand Webinar • Sep 20, 2024
Mastering Design Complexity: How Altium Designer Outperforms Cadence in Solving Workflow and Engineering Challenges - Part 2
Join our webinar to learn how to enhance efficiency, foster better collaboration, and accelerate your time-to-market with Altium unified solutions.
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Breaking Down Silos Webinar
On-Demand Webinar • Sep 16, 2024
Breaking Down Data Silos: A Practical Comparison of Altium and Cadence in Cross-Functional PCB Design
Join us for a webinar that addresses the critical challenges of maintaining design data continuity across various design functions.
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Draftsman
On-Demand Webinar • Sep 10, 2024
Mastering Design Complexity: How Altium Designer Outperforms Cadence in Solving Workflow and Engineering Challenges
Join our upcoming webinar to discover why engineers consistently choose Altium Designer as the standard in PCB design.
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SPICE
On-Demand Webinar • Sep 3, 2024
Mastering SPICE Simulation in Altium Designer
Discover how the SPICE engine in Altium Designer can help you easily verify that your finished project functions as intended.
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Output job
On-Demand Webinar • Aug 24, 2024
Beyond PCB Design with Altium Designer
In this webinar we'll dive into the essential aspects that go beyond the schematic and layout.
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PCB
On-Demand Webinar • Aug 23, 2024
Elevate Your Design Skills: Tips & Tricks for Success
Discover practical insights and efficient methods that can enhance your PCB design capabilities.
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On-Demand Webinar • Aug 6, 2024
The Anatomy of IT Compliance in Electronics Development: Altium 365 & AWS GovCloud
Are you an IT or security professional looking for a secure electronics design collaboration platform that could also support your ITAR and EAR compliance efforts? If so, watch this webinar to bring together the expertise of Altium 365 and AWS!
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Design reuse
On-Demand Webinar • Aug 1, 2024
How to Speed-up Product Development with Reusable Circuitry
In this webinar you'll learn more about the benefits of the design reuse blocks approach as well as the Design Reuse panel.
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On-Demand Webinar • Jul 19, 2024
Stay Ahead of the Curve: A Half-Year Review of Altium Designer Improvements
Join our exciting webinar to discover the groundbreaking advancements in Altium Designer!
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Lenght Tuning
On-Demand Webinar • Jun 26, 2024
Achieve Precision and Speed with Altium Designer 24's Innovative Routing Features
Speed up your routing process and achieve better results for even your most demanding designs.
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