Complex that supplies 70% of global critical PCB base targeted in Iranian strike — attack could fracture the already disrupted electronics supply chain

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In yet another blow to the broader industry, Iran hit the Jubail petrochemical complex in Saudi Arabia on 7th April, bringing the production of high-purity polypropylene ether (PPE) resin, a critical base material for manufacturing PCB laminate, to a complete stop.


Hopefully these plastics can be produced without petroleum for a reasonable cost


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I hope it also means less AI and those crazy Hyper data centers. Just trying to spin a positive view on this.

Learning from the last few years it’s clear every last PCB will go to the ai datacenters before it goes to any consumer.



I like how the thumbnail has the low health bloody effect.

specifically dying effect.



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