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Given a PCB with a 10 MHz clock signal trace, which technique will most effectively reduce EMI radiated from this trace?

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PCB Design - Advanced Routing Techniques
Given a PCB with a 10 MHz clock signal trace, which technique will most effectively reduce EMI radiated from this trace?
AIncreasing the trace width without ground reference
BRouting the trace as a long, straight line
CRemoving all ground planes near the trace
DAdding a series ferrite bead on the clock line
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify EMI reduction methods for clock signals

    Ferrite beads add impedance at high frequencies, reducing noise and EMI on clock lines.
  2. Step 2: Evaluate other options

    Long straight traces increase antenna effect; wider traces without ground increase EMI; removing ground planes worsens EMI.
  3. Final Answer:

    Adding a series ferrite bead on the clock line -> Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    Ferrite bead reduces EMI on clock lines [OK]
Quick Trick: Use ferrite beads to block high-frequency noise [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking longer traces reduce EMI
  • Ignoring ground plane importance
  • Assuming wider traces always help EMI

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