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Full turnkey PCB assembly means handing your project over to a PCB manufacturer to complete all assembly work and handle all the details. This includes sourcing all components, PCB manufacturing, and assembly. Full turnkey PCB assembly provides a one-stop solution, saving you the hassle of finding multiple suppliers.
Documents Required for Full Turnkey PCB Assembly:
The following documents are required to full turnkey PCB assembly services:
1. BOM (Bill of Materials) file: The BOM file, or Bill of Materials file, is a detailed list of component part numbers, manufacturers, parameters, and other information needed to procure components and assemble the final PCB product.
2. PCB Gerber files: PCB Gerber files are the standard design files for PCB manufacturing, including copper layers, solder mask, silkscreen, drilling, component placement symbols, and other information about the PCB.
3. Pick and Place file: The pick and place file, also known as the centroid file or XY file, provides the precise location and orientation of each electronic component on the PCB, component reference designators, component package types, and other relevant information to guide the pick and place machine's correct operation during the component placement step of PCB assembly.
4. Other required documents: Other important documents include IPC-D-356 files, netlist files, and assembly files. IPC-D-356 files are used for bare board electrical testing. Netlist files detail the electrical connections between PCB components, ensuring the PCB layout matches the design schematic. Assembly files provide visual instructions for the assembly of the PCB, including top and bottom assembly views, component labels, and other special instructions.
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Benefits of Full Turnkey PCB Assembly
Full turnkey PCB assembly eliminates the need for you to worry about how the circuit board is built. This allows you to focus on innovation and product development. There's no need to worry about parts selection, logistics, and internal staffing. All this work is handled by one PCB assembly manufacturer, which speeds up the process and improves efficiency. It's a smart choice that saves money, avoids errors, and saves time.
1. Reduced Costs
Turnkey PCB assembly services can save you money in several ways. Since all services are completed at the same factory, you also save on shipping costs. A trustworthy supplier, with good relationships and large volume orders, can also secure better prices for your manufacturer. These savings are especially important for small businesses. This is a cost-effective way to achieve high-quality production.
2. Problem Identification
Early problem detection is one of the biggest advantages of full turnkey PCB assembly. Your files are checked and corrected before board production begins. If any discrepancies or missing details are found, we will notify you before production starts. This avoids material waste or expensive rework and saves you budget and time.
3. Product Quality and Consistency
By sourcing manufacturing and assembly services from a single company, you minimize errors that can result from miscommunication. The assemblers have handled your project from the beginning, so they will have a better understanding of your project.
Different manufacturers may also use incompatible technologies to assemble your circuit boards, leading to inconsistencies. When you choose full turnkey PCB assembly, your product will have greater consistency.
Partial vs. Full Turnkey PCB Assembly
Full turnkey PCB assembly is divided into full-service and partial-service. Companies can choose one based on various factors, such as their ability to perform certain aspects of the manufacturing system. Here's what partial or complete service entails.
1. Partial Turnkey Assembly
In partial turnkey projects, the project owner handles part of the process. For example, they may procure parts or participate in some of the installation onto the circuit board. Doing so can save costs, especially if you are experienced and clearly understand the benefits of doing so.
2. Full Turnkey PCB Assembly
Complete turnkey assembly handles everything. This option is very useful if you are new to PCB production. If you are a beginner, you may not know where to buy components and at what price. In addition to saving time, a full-service option also relieves you of logistics or supply chain management.
Printed circuit boards are crucial for the reliable and efficient performance of electronic components, not to mention the success of the entire manufacturing process. Therefore, you cannot compromise on quality.
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iPCB has been dedicated to providing full-specification electronic manufacturing solutions to meet the diverse needs of customers in various industries in terms of cost-effectiveness, quality, delivery, and other aspects. From PCB design and layout to PCB prototyping, mass production, and electronic component procurement and PCB assembly services, our printed circuit boards are widely used in robotics, medical, automotive, communications, industrial, and consumer electronics fields. Our advantages:
Competitive pricing with no minimum order quantity requirements
Free DFM (Design for Manufacturability) check by professional engineers
Functional testing based on the customer's specific requirements
No additional tooling costs for PCB reorders
Contact iPCB for full turnkey PCB assembly services. Email: sales@ipcb.com