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Military pcb assembly for the Defense and Military Industry.The military industry uses various types of electronic devices to send and receive encrypted signals, save lives of people in war-torn areas, monitor surveillance systems, and so on. These devices are operated in challenging work environments where OEMs cannot afford any lapses. At Suntronic, we provide PCB solutions for the military industry and possess the experience and expertise to meet the stringent demands of the military industry.
Military pcb assembly requires specialized processes that account for harsh environments, extended use, and absolute reliability. These assemblies often involve high-density components, multi-layer designs, and specific coatings or protections. American Circuits applies advanced techniques such as Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Thru-Hole, and mixed-technology builds to support both traditional and modern military electronics. Each board is assembled with high attention to thermal management, signal integrity, and long-term stability.
Our PCBA Capabilities for the Military PCB assembly
We are passionate about PCB assembly and fabrication technologies. As a result, we have made some significant investments in technology and resources. The following capabilities that we have acquired allow us to materialize military grade PCB assemblies effectively.
•Materials: We work with various materials, including polyimide, Arlon, FR4, Rogers 3010, 4350, and 3010 series. These materials are proven to withstand high temperature and pressure environments. Our team comprises many material experts who know the specific properties of these materials. They have been utilizing these properties to build rugged PCB solutions for military industry.
•Copper Weights: We can assemble PCBs with extreme and heavy copper weights.
•Surface Finishes: Oxidation and corrosion have been concerns for manufacturers in the defense industry. We always ensure to use surface finishes that can protect PCBs from oxidation and corrosion. We regularly work with different types of surface finishes, including electroless nickel/gold (ENIG), hot air solder leveled (HASL), immersion silver, organic solderability preservative (OSP), and so on to prevent oxidation and corrosion have been concerns for manufacturers in the defense industry.
•Types of PCBs: PCBs can be divided into different types according to different classification methods. They can be classified according to product structure: rigid PCB, flexible PCB, rigid-flex PCB and HDI board; they can also be classified according to the number of layers: single-sided PCB, double-sided PCB and multi-layer PCB; they can also be classified according to substrate material: paper substrate, glass cloth substrate, composite substrate and special material substrate, etc.; they can also be classified according to vibration and impact resistance, etc.
Different types of PCBs have different characteristics and applicable fields, and they need to be selected according to actual needs and application scenarios.
•PCB Layers: Many military and defense applications require dense circuits. We can assemble a single layer, double layer, and multilayer circuits depending on your requirement. Multilayer circuits have been an integral part of several complex electronic devices used in the defense industry.
•Mounting Technologies: Our experts perform surface mounting and through-hole mounting – to mount different components on the printed circuit boards. Unlike other electronics, we generally prefer through-hole mounting to ensure high durability of these boards. This mounting technique helps establish strong bonds between different components on the board.
•Testing: We employ the following types of testing to ensure the quality of the PCB assemblies.
Functional Testing: We can conduct functional testing in various ways depending on the type of PCB assembly. These tests help us analyze the powering capability of the assembly.
X-ray Inspection: PCB assemblies are checked for defects such as weak solder connections, internal traces, barrels, and so on.
Applications of Military PCB Assembly Solutions
We regularly provide military-grade PCB assembly solutions for the following applications:
•Military robotic systems
•Command and control systems
•Ruggedized computers
•Defense communication and navigation systems
•Cyber counterintelligence systems
•LED lighting systems in base camps
•Unmanned vehicles
•Jamming systems
•Control tower systems
•Base camp protection and security applications
iPCB supports a broad spectrum of military and aerospace applications. Examples include radar and surveillance systems, tactical communications, missile guidance, unmanned systems, ground vehicle controls, and avionics. Each category requires military PCB assembly that performs in harsh environments, from airborne vibration and humidity to battlefield temperature extremes. The company delivers durable assemblies built to operate without fail under all conditions.
The process begins with engineering input and continues through to final assembly, with every stage handled at iPCB China based facility. Design feedback, bill of materials review, DFM (design for manufacturability) checks, and first-article production are part of a streamlined process that keeps production on schedule and aligned with defense requirements. Electro-mechanical assembly, wire harness fabrication, and environmental protection steps such as potting and encapsulation are included as needed.
The iPCB team is ready to assist. Get an initial free consultation on how we can safely, securely and confidentially support any of your military pcb assembly or electronics assembly needs.