FAQs In Relation to PCB Assembly Services
Questions & Answers
Do you accept kitted/consigned PCB assembly and how do I supply my components?
Yes, we offer Turnkey, Partial Turnkey, and Kitted/Consigned PCB assembly service. You can ship the parts to our facility. We would prefer if you can label all the parts with the item # according to BOM and also refer to the quote number when sending the parts to us.
What is your minimum SMT pitch?
5mils
Do you X-ray BGAs?
Yes, we do X-ray inspection for all BGAs and fine pitch leadless components.
What types of testing is done on my assembled boards?
a) Visual Inspection
b) AOI Inspection
c) X-Ray inspection (for BGA’s and fine pitch parts)
d) Functional testing (if required by customer)What are the factors that determine PCB assembly pricing?
1. Board quantity
2. Double or single side SMT
3. Lead-free/Leaded
4. Number of SMT pads
5. Number of Thru-Holes
6. Number of BGA/QFN partsWhat files are required for a PCB assembly order?
1. Gerber file, it is used for PCB production
2. BOM file(Bill of Materials). View Sample BOM
3. CPL file(Component Placement List / Pick & Place File (PNP) file), it is used by our automated SMT Assembly machines to determine where each part should be located on the board.