ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING
PCB Prototype & Manufacturing Supplier Guide
Evaluate PCB prototype and low-volume manufacturing suppliers using capability, stack-up control, DFM, assembly, testing, traceability, lead time and landed cost.
What to compare
- Layer count, material, copper weight, impedance, via and minimum-feature capability.
- DFM review, fabrication notes, stack-up confirmation and controlled-impedance evidence.
- Assembly capability, component sourcing, substitutions and counterfeit controls.
- AOI, electrical test, X-ray, functional test and quality documentation.
- Prototype versus production lead time, expedite options and capacity.
- Shipping, duties, rework, scrap, tooling and total landed cost.
Questions for shortlisted suppliers
- Which design rules are guaranteed for the selected process?
- How are component substitutions approved?
- What inspection and test records are supplied with each lot?
- How are nonconformances and rework handled?
- Can the supplier scale from prototype to repeat production without redesign?
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