Altium Designer 10 compares schematic revisions graphically. Optimizes component selection based on lifecycle status, part failure traceability, design source traceability, and more. Features include 3-D "flyovers" for viewing the design, high-end routing capability, FPGA-board co-design, smart data management.

ProtoMat S-series printed circuit board plotters come in entry-level, mid-range and advanced versions. ProtoMat S43 has a 40,000 rpm spindle motor suitable for most structuring jobs, drilling and depaneling PCBs. The ProtoMat S63 Rapid PCB Prototyping handles 2.5D material processing and has a spindle speed of 60,000 rpm. New options include a solder paste dispenser and fiducial camera. The ProtoMat H100 is for all prototyping applications, including multilayer and RF boards. Is fully automated, with a spindle speed of 100,000 rpm, and designed to handle working surfaces up to 380 x 420 mm (15” x 16.5”). System resolution is 0.25 µm (0.01").

LPKF Laser & Electronics, www.lpkf.com

185HR is a high-reliability, Pb-free compatible electrically enhanced resin system. Meets need for new designs that have high layer counts, require higher bandwidths, and where conventional phenolic-cured laminates do not offer electrical properties required for desired signal integrity. Has a Tg greater than 170°C, a decomposition temperature of 340°C, delivers a reduction in Z axis expansion, and a 25% to 30% improvement in dielectric loss properties. Save

Isola Group, www.isola-group.com

HDI Stackup Planning Tool enables creation of complex HDI PCB stackups in one day. Helps create a robust PCB design with great manufacturability and operational characteristics.

Sierra Circuits, www.protoexpress.com/content/fineLine.jsp