At ASC Sunstone, we’re committed to supporting your success at every stage of your PCB project. That’s why we cherish our partnership with Screaming Circuits, ensuring your designs move from concept to completion with PCB Fab & Assembly excellence.
Tips For A Successful PCB Project
Designing for assembly success involves thoughtful planning and attention to detail. To help engineers like you achieve flawless PCB production, ASC Sunstone and Screaming Circuits offer these practical tips and insights:
Clear Design Intentions: Ensure your silkscreens and documentation are clear, precise, and easy to understand. Provide details about polarity, orientation, and component placement to minimize potential assembly errors. Include comprehensive assembly drawings and notes for added clarity.Strategic Component Placement:○ Distribute components evenly across the board to avoid assembly imbalances.
○ Keep components aligned to allow for smooth automated assembly.
○ Place critical components away from edges and high-vibration areas to enhance durability
Standardization for Efficiency: Using industry-standard parts not only saves time but also makes sourcing easier. Avoid rare or obsolete components unless absolutely necessary. Standardized components also streamline manufacturing processes, reducing risks of delay.
Thermal Considerations: Plan for effective heat dissipation by incorporating thermal vias, heatsinks, or appropriate copper pours. This prevents overheating during operation and ensures long-term reliability.
Layer Stackup Optimization: Properly plan your layer stackup to balance signal integrity, power distribution, and grounding. Well-designed stackups can reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and improve overall board performance.
Avoiding Oversights in Design: Double-check for proper spacing between traces and components to prevent short circuits. Ensure your board meets industry standards (e.g., IPC) for manufacturability.
Material Selection: Choose PCB materials that align with your project’s requirements, including temperature tolerance, flexibility, and signal integrity.
Engage Early with Your Manufacturer: Collaborating with your manufacturer and assembler early in the design process can help identify potential issues before they arise. Leverage their expertise to fine-tune your designs for manufacturability.
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