Over the years, PCB manufacturing processes have undergone tremendous changes, thanks to the innovation of new technologies. These innovations enable circuit board manufacturers to innovate accurately and skillfully.
1. Front-end Engineering Inspection
Before constructing a PCB prototype, numerous aspects are considered in planning the final result. Initially, the PCB manufacturer carefully scrutinizes the circuit board design (Gerber file) and begins preparing the circuit board, detailing step-by-step manufacturing instructions. Following a thorough review, engineers convert these plans into a data format conducive to PCB design, while also identifying and rectifying any formatting issues. This data is then utilized to generate the final circuit board and assign it a unique tool number, which tracks the printed circuit board throughout the manufacturing process. Any minor revisions to the board necessitate a new tool number, ensuring clarity and precision during PCB manufacturing and multi-order production.
2. Drawing
Upon confirming the correct file and selecting the most appropriate panel array, photo printing commences, marking the inception of the production process. Photoelectric plotters utilize lasers to delineate patterns, silk screens, and other primary images onto the PCB.
3. Lamination and Drilling
For multi-layer PCBs, one of the three primary types of printed circuit boards, lamination is imperative to fuse multiple layers together, typically achieved through heat and pressure. Subsequently, a sophisticated drilling system is programmed to precisely and accurately drill holes in the board, minimizing human error in the PCB manufacturing process.
4. Copper Deposition and Electroplating
The deposition of a conductive copper layer through electrolysis is pivotal to the functionality of all prototype printed circuit boards. Following electroplating, the PCB acquires a conductive surface as copper is electroplated onto it via the electroplating solution. These copper traces form conductive paths that connect various points within the PCB. Subsequent to quality assurance testing, the prototype printed circuit boards undergo cross-sectional analysis and final cleanliness checks.
As a professional FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) manufacturer, WellCircuits Limited is honored to have collaborated with many of you. At WellCircuits Limited, we are always ready to assist our new customers in any capacity. Please feel free to contact us anytime should you have any questions.
1. Front-end Engineering Inspection
Before constructing a PCB prototype, numerous aspects are considered in planning the final result. Initially, the PCB manufacturer carefully scrutinizes the circuit board design (Gerber file) and begins preparing the circuit board, detailing step-by-step manufacturing instructions. Following a thorough review, engineers convert these plans into a data format conducive to PCB design, while also identifying and rectifying any formatting issues. This data is then utilized to generate the final circuit board and assign it a unique tool number, which tracks the printed circuit board throughout the manufacturing process. Any minor revisions to the board necessitate a new tool number, ensuring clarity and precision during PCB manufacturing and multi-order production.
2. Drawing
Upon confirming the correct file and selecting the most appropriate panel array, photo printing commences, marking the inception of the production process. Photoelectric plotters utilize lasers to delineate patterns, silk screens, and other primary images onto the PCB.
3. Lamination and Drilling
For multi-layer PCBs, one of the three primary types of printed circuit boards, lamination is imperative to fuse multiple layers together, typically achieved through heat and pressure. Subsequently, a sophisticated drilling system is programmed to precisely and accurately drill holes in the board, minimizing human error in the PCB manufacturing process.
4. Copper Deposition and Electroplating
The deposition of a conductive copper layer through electrolysis is pivotal to the functionality of all prototype printed circuit boards. Following electroplating, the PCB acquires a conductive surface as copper is electroplated onto it via the electroplating solution. These copper traces form conductive paths that connect various points within the PCB. Subsequent to quality assurance testing, the prototype printed circuit boards undergo cross-sectional analysis and final cleanliness checks.
As a professional FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) manufacturer, WellCircuits Limited is honored to have collaborated with many of you. At WellCircuits Limited, we are always ready to assist our new customers in any capacity. Please feel free to contact us anytime should you have any questions.
