Dive deep into the world of differential pairs with Tech Consultant Zach Peterson in this enlightening episode of Altium Academy! Zach addresses and debunks five common myths surrounding the design of differential pairs, using Altium Designer. From the misconception of tight coupling to the truth about vias and the importance of length matching, Zach provides valuable insights and examples using Altium's tools.

Follow along in Altium Designer as Zach explores realworld examples, dispelling myths and emphasizing the crucial considerations in designing differential pairs. Gain a deeper understanding of issues like ground placement, crosstalk, and the role of vias.

Zach also examines simulation results to showcase how to evaluate differential crosstalk and impedance matching. Learn about the impact of lengthtuning sections on mode conversion and discover best practices to optimize your PCB design for highfrequency interfaces.

If you're passionate about PCB design, Altium Designer, or simply expanding your knowledge in differential pair design, hit the subscribe button, give the video a thumbs up, and leave your comments and questions below. Stay tuned for more insightful videos on mode conversion and differential crosstalk!

0:00 Intro
0:43 #1: Differential Pairs & Tight Coupling
3:29 #2: Differential Pairs & Ground
7:33 #3: Differential Pairs & Crosstalk
10:57 #4: Differential Pairs & Vias
13:20 #5: Differential Pairs & Length Matching


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