Switching from Prototyping Board to PCB Manufacturing: Key Questions Answered
When it comes to enhancing the aesthetics of my project, I made the decision to forego the traditional prototyping board and opt for PCB manufacturing instead. Utilizing Altium for this endeavor, I encountered several queries that I am seeking answers to:
- Which size will the manufactured PCB be based on: the board shape or the pink line I delineated on mechanical layer 1?
- Is it acceptable to route all connections on the bottom layer for this simple PCB? Does the top layer contain solder, allowing the solder to flow to the top during the soldering process? How can I implement routing in a multilayer configuration, ensuring the routes are embedded within the PCB rather than on the surface?
- Have I correctly positioned the ORIGIN point? If not, where should it ideally be located?
