Learn how to master the art of designing complex power distribution networks with multiple voltage rails in this comprehensive tutorial from Tech Consultant Zach Peterson. Learn professional techniques for routing 10+ power rails on a single PCB layer while avoiding EMI issues and maintaining signal integrity. Zach walks you through real-world examples using both 6-layer and 12-layer stackups in Altium Designer (trial link below).
Discover best practices for power plane placement, proper stackup configuration, and how to create complex rail shapes using both polygon and plane methods. Whether you're designing high-current circuits or optimizing your PCB layers, this tutorial delivers practical solutions to handle highly complex power plane designs.
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0:00 Intro
0:34 Getting Started with Power Rails
8:13 Simple Power Rails Example
13:37 12 Layer Board Example
17:47 Drawing on a Blank PCB