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What is the most probable effect if a PCB designer applies impedance matching but neglects length matching in a differential pair?

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PCB Design - Advanced Routing Techniques
What is the most probable effect if a PCB designer applies impedance matching but neglects length matching in a differential pair?
AImproved power distribution across the PCB.
BReduced crosstalk between adjacent traces.
CSignal timing skew causing data errors.
DElimination of electromagnetic interference.
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand impedance matching

    Impedance matching reduces reflections but does not address timing differences.
  2. Step 2: Importance of length matching

    Length matching ensures signals in differential pairs arrive simultaneously, preventing skew.
  3. Final Answer:

    Signal timing skew causing data errors. -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Length mismatch causes skew [OK]
Quick Trick: Length mismatch causes timing skew [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming impedance matching fixes timing issues
  • Confusing crosstalk reduction with length matching
  • Believing power distribution is affected by differential pair length

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