Welcome back to the WellCircuits website tour. In this video, we will guide you through the PCB assembly ordering process step by step. You can obtain an assembly quote either from the PCB quote page or the assembly quote page. Today, we will focus on the detailed process of obtaining a quote from the assembly quote page. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Select the Basic Parameters for Assembly
Based on your design files and customization requirements, the first step is to select the relevant parameters, including the component supply mode, board type, assembly side, and PCB quantity for assembly. Additionally, you should verify whether your BOM file contains any sensitive components. If so, be sure to provide the part number and any specific precautions in the designated fields.
Step 2: Fill in Other Parameters and Additional Options
For the assembly, you need to specify the number of unique parts, SMD parts, BGA/QFP parts, and through-hole parts. Here’s an example to illustrate how to calculate the number of unique parts.
If your BOM contains 15 different part numbers, then the number of unique parts is 15. Similarly, you should enter the quantities for the other part types based on your BOM. These numbers help estimate the assembly cost, but if you are unsure about any of them, you can leave those fields blank as long as you upload the correct BOM file. Additionally, you can select “Additional Options” for extra services, such as depaneling the boards before delivery or conformal coating, etc.
Step 3: Associate the PCB Order
Once all assembly parameters are selected, some customers may directly save the order to the cart and proceed with payment, forgetting to associate the PCB with the assembly order. There are two ways to associate the PCB order:
- Method One: Select the PCB Order Number.
If you’ve already uploaded a PCB inquiry or paid for a PCB order, simply select the corresponding order number, and WellCircuits will use the selected PCB for the assembly.
- Method Two: Enter the PCB Parameters Manually
In this case, scroll down to the bottom of the page to set your PCB parameters. Once you’ve defined all the necessary details, click the “Calculate” button to generate the quotation. Afterward, you can save it to the cart. Please note that the assembly cost shown on the right side of the page is an estimate for assembly only and does not include component costs.
Step 4: Upload Files
The next step is to upload your Gerber files, BOM file, and Centroid file. If you’re unsure about the required file formats, you can refer to the template files.
After uploading, click “Submit Order Now” for review. Even if you click “Skip,” you can still upload your files later through your order list. Once the review is completed, the final price will be displayed in your shopping cart. A sales representative will also email you the full quotation, including the BOM file. After confirming the quotation, you can proceed with payment.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to leave your comments below, and we will respond as soon as possible. Stay tuned for the next episode of our website exploration!
If you have any questions about PCB and PCBA, please feel free to contact us at info@wellcircuits.com.
