Rigidity is not always a bad thing in the design world, but it can be limiting. Historically, rigid PCBs provided the requisite functionality for a wide range of electronic applications, but form always follows function. Flexible printed circuits can accommodate designs and operate where simpler rigid PCBs cannot. A flex circuit board assembly overlaps with…
Change is expected in electronics development, as new designs incorporate fresh ideas and necessary enhancements over previous products. However, continual modifications to correct problems can slow down, delay production, and cause development costs to escalate rapidly. For the most efficient design development, it is essential to streamline the approval process for engineering change orders (ECOs)…
Turnkey PCB assembly simplifies production logistics by combining a number of disparate electronic manufacturing services under one roof.
Although the prototype sits closer to the end of a manufacturable design than the outset, the unique challenges of navigating manufacturing revisions can frustrate budgets and timelines. Prototype designs are not yet set in stone (or rather, fiberglass and epoxy) – the shifting nature of the design means the BOM, schematic, or layout can fluctuate.…
For PCB design and manufacturing, don’t fix what isn’t broken. But for what is broken, an engineering change request helps client and manufacturer remain on the same page.
There are many ways to reduce PCB assembly costs. However, the best method without sacrificing production quality is to review the project design and documentation before sending them off to the manufacturer.
