After PCB processing and prototyping, to ensure the quality of the PCBA, it is crucial to strictly follow various operational guidelines during transportation and storage. So, what are the requirements for PCB transportation and storage conditions?
**After prototyping, the requirements for transportation and storage conditions:**
1. **Use appropriate transportation methods**
Once the PCBA has been processed and prototyped, the transportation equipment should be in good condition, including wheels, frames, and other relevant components. Any defects should be reported promptly, and the use of damaged equipment is prohibited to prevent semi-finished products from being dropped or squeezed during transport.
2. **Inspect common tools**
Before using transportation equipment, storage containers, or workstation storage areas, ensure that they are clean and free from debris, such as tin dross or other contaminants. This helps to prevent damage to the PCBs from friction after processing and prototyping.
3. **Label important information clearly**
PCB containers and transport carts should be clearly labeled, and product-related information must be documented to prevent misplacement or mixing of different items.
4. **Stacking guidelines**
When storing PCBs on transport tools, in turnover areas, or at process stations, avoid stacking them directly on top of one another. In particular, during transportation, overlapping or placing PCBs in direct contact can cause friction, potentially damaging the components.
5. **Loading and unloading protocols**
During transportation, loading, and unloading after PCB processing and prototyping, all procedures should be conducted safely and in an orderly manner. Rough handling or careless loading and unloading is strictly prohibited.
6. **Prevent Falling**
When storing PCBA on transportation tools or in the turnover area, ensure the surrounding area is properly secured after stacking to prevent accidental falls.
7. **Prevent Friction Damage**
During transportation, check the condition of the road surface for obstacles, potholes, and protrusions to avoid damage to semi-finished products caused by vehicle bumps. The transportation speed must be stable and controlled.
8. **Transfer Transportation Requirements**
The transfer of board cards between stations should be done using conveyor belts or manual handling. Avoid overlapping or squeezing of subsequent semi-finished products. Tossing or rough handling during transfer is strictly prohibited.
9. **Dust Protection Requirements**
When storing semi-finished PCB processing and prototyping products in the turnover area, ensure that storage tools are stable and adequately protected. Strictly limit the storage area and ensure that the upper layer is shielded from dust and falling debris.
10. **Stacking Principles**
When storing items, follow proper stacking guidelines regarding height, weight, and stability to prevent isolated single stacks.
11. **Prevent Impact**
When passing through corners, aisles, or the beginning and end of the assembly line, be mindful of other pedestrians and vehicles. Avoid accidental collisions that could cause product damage.
12. **Prevent Squeezing**
PCB boards should be separated by dividers and should not extend beyond the top edge of the container to prevent squeezing.
13. **Workbench Selection**
For large quantities that are not suitable for surface storage, choose appropriate containers and place them around operators for easy access.
14. **Exception Handling**
In the event of a tool malfunction during transportation, prioritize the safety of personnel and items, ensure proper isolation, and report the issue. Additionally, ensure that PCB containers and transportation carts are clearly labeled, and all product-related information is documented to prevent misplacement or mixing.
**After prototyping, the requirements for transportation and storage conditions:**
1. **Use appropriate transportation methods**
Once the PCBA has been processed and prototyped, the transportation equipment should be in good condition, including wheels, frames, and other relevant components. Any defects should be reported promptly, and the use of damaged equipment is prohibited to prevent semi-finished products from being dropped or squeezed during transport.
2. **Inspect common tools**
Before using transportation equipment, storage containers, or workstation storage areas, ensure that they are clean and free from debris, such as tin dross or other contaminants. This helps to prevent damage to the PCBs from friction after processing and prototyping.
3. **Label important information clearly**
PCB containers and transport carts should be clearly labeled, and product-related information must be documented to prevent misplacement or mixing of different items.
4. **Stacking guidelines**
When storing PCBs on transport tools, in turnover areas, or at process stations, avoid stacking them directly on top of one another. In particular, during transportation, overlapping or placing PCBs in direct contact can cause friction, potentially damaging the components.
5. **Loading and unloading protocols**
During transportation, loading, and unloading after PCB processing and prototyping, all procedures should be conducted safely and in an orderly manner. Rough handling or careless loading and unloading is strictly prohibited.
6. **Prevent Falling**
When storing PCBA on transportation tools or in the turnover area, ensure the surrounding area is properly secured after stacking to prevent accidental falls.
7. **Prevent Friction Damage**
During transportation, check the condition of the road surface for obstacles, potholes, and protrusions to avoid damage to semi-finished products caused by vehicle bumps. The transportation speed must be stable and controlled.
8. **Transfer Transportation Requirements**
The transfer of board cards between stations should be done using conveyor belts or manual handling. Avoid overlapping or squeezing of subsequent semi-finished products. Tossing or rough handling during transfer is strictly prohibited.
9. **Dust Protection Requirements**
When storing semi-finished PCB processing and prototyping products in the turnover area, ensure that storage tools are stable and adequately protected. Strictly limit the storage area and ensure that the upper layer is shielded from dust and falling debris.
10. **Stacking Principles**
When storing items, follow proper stacking guidelines regarding height, weight, and stability to prevent isolated single stacks.
11. **Prevent Impact**
When passing through corners, aisles, or the beginning and end of the assembly line, be mindful of other pedestrians and vehicles. Avoid accidental collisions that could cause product damage.
12. **Prevent Squeezing**
PCB boards should be separated by dividers and should not extend beyond the top edge of the container to prevent squeezing.
13. **Workbench Selection**
For large quantities that are not suitable for surface storage, choose appropriate containers and place them around operators for easy access.
14. **Exception Handling**
In the event of a tool malfunction during transportation, prioritize the safety of personnel and items, ensure proper isolation, and report the issue. Additionally, ensure that PCB containers and transportation carts are clearly labeled, and all product-related information is documented to prevent misplacement or mixing.
