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  • 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 parts

  • What 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.