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We are the number one PCB authority in China. If you are looking for word-class standards at a reasonable price, then look no further. PCBMay is the answer to your OEM PCB needs.
- Customer satisfaction is priority
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- Active participant of international PCB trade shows
- More than a decade of PCB manufacturing experience
PCBMAY OEM PCB – We Make Your Business Prosper
We know what you need. You want a dependable supplier of OEM PCBs for your business, and you need these products fast.
We at PCBMay can give you Quick-turn PCBs at competitive prices. We have the capacity to produce by bulk OEM PCB orders, Customized PCB, and other hi-tech PCBs.
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Types of OEM PCBTo Boost Your Business
The usually orders for Single-sided OEM PCBs are for businesses that produce minor household or office equipment (e.g. HVAC tools). Since these are relatively simple in design, quick-turn service is readily available.
With the use of PCBMay’s, Double-sided OEM PCB, medium-range complex equipment can be produced quickly. We use PTH or SMT for our boards so you can have cheaper cost and multiple connections.
Our Multilayer OEM PCB enables complex connections to be made at a cost-effective manner. This product easily supports high-density projects. From 4 Layer up to 40 Layer Multilayer PCB can be made.
The many health challenges that consumers have necessitate the use of medical equipment. Since these medical devices all need Medical OEM PCBs, you must provide the best—PCBMay delivers just that.
Our Automotive OEM PCB enables a variety of functions on electric and hybrid cars, as well as traditional ICEs. Out products are crucially regulated in order to support specifications of giant brands.
This product is incorporated in motherboards, ports, power systems, etc. of computers. PCBMay’s CPU OEM PCB enable the CPU to components to connect with each other as designed. Customization is available.
PCBMay – The Best OEM PCB Supplier
Partner with PCBMay and experience quality beyond compare. In this video, we demonstrate to you our world-class facilities. You can also see for yourself the professionalism of our staff.
We insist on a hygienic, organized work place, where every OEM PCB is produced carefully. We have automated inspection as well as flying-probe test, e-test, etc. to guarantee your product.
As well, our technical support staff will help you when requested.
Purchase your OEM PCB from PCBMay, and see the difference!
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| Item | Capability |
| Layer Count | 1-40layers |
| Base Material | KB、Shengyi、ShengyiSF305、FR408、FR408HR、IS410、FR406、GETEK、370HR、IT180A、Rogers4350B、Rogers4000、PTFE Laminates(Rogers series、Taconic series、Arlon series、Nelco series)、Rogers/Taconic/Arlon/Nelco laminate with FR-4 material(including partial Ro4350B hybrid laminating with FR-4) |
| Board Type | Backplane、HDI、High multi-layer 、blind&buried PCB、Embedded Capacitance、Embedded resistance board 、Heavy copper power PCB、Backdrill. |
| Board Thickness | 0.2-5.0mm |
| Copper Thickness | Min. 1/2 OZ, Max. 10 OZ |
| PTH Wall | 25um(1mil) |
| Maximum Board Size | 1100*500mm(43”*19”) |
| Min laser drilling size | 4mil |
| Min. Spacing/Tracing | 2.7mil/2.7mil |
| Solder Mask | Green, Black, Blue, Red, White, Yellow,Purple matte/glossy |
| Surface Treatment | Flash gold(electroplated gold)、ENIG、Hard gold、Flash gold、HASL Lead free、OSP、ENEPIG、Soft gold、Immersion silver、Immersion Tin、ENIG+OSP,ENIG+Gold finger,Flash gold(electroplated gold)+Gold finger,Immersion silver+Gold finger,Immersion Tin+Gold finger. |
| Min. Annular Ring | 3mil |
| Aspect ratio | 10:1(HASL Lead free、HASL Lead、ENIG、Immersion Tin、Immersion silver、ENEPIG);8:1(OSP) |
| Impedance control | ±5ohm(＜50ohm), ±10%(≥50ohm) |
| Other Techniques | Blind/Buried Via |
| Gold Fingers | |
| Press Fit | |
| Via in Pad | |
| Electrical Test |
Here there’re many laminate material datasheets, they’re useful and helpful for you, please see them:
| SUPPLIER | PCB LAMINATE | TYPE | MATERIAL DATASHEET | TG | TD | DK(1MHZ) | DK(1GHZ) | DK(10GHZ) |
| KB | KB-6160 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 135 | 305 | 4.35 | – | – |
| KB-6160A | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 135 | 305 | 4.35 | – | – | |
| KB-6160C | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 135 | 314 | 4.7 | – | – | |
| KB-6150 KB-6150C | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 132 | 305 | 4.6 | – | – | |
| KB-6164 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 142 | 330 | 4.8 | – | – | |
| KB-6164F | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 145 | 340 | 4.8 | – | – | |
| KB-6165F | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 150 | 346 | 4.8 | – | – | |
| KB-6167F | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 170 | 349 | 4.8 | – | – | |
| SHENGYI | S1141 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 135 | 310 | 4.6 | – | – |
| S1141KF | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 140 | 350 | 4.7 | – | – | |
| S1000 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 155 | 335 | 4.9 | – | – | |
| S1170 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 170 | 335 | 4.6 | – | – | |
| S1000-2 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 170 | 335 | 4.8 | – | – | |
| S1155 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 135 | 370 | 4.7 | – | – | |
| ITEQ | IT-158 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 150 | 340 | 4.6-4.8 | – | – |
| IT-180 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 180 | 350 | 4.5-4.7 | – | – | |
| TUC | TU-768 | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 180 | 350 | – | 4.3-4.4 | 4.3 |
| TU-872 | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 200 | 340 | – | 3.8-4.0 | 3.8 | |
| ROGERS | RO 3003 | Cer/PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | 500 | – | – | 3 |
| RO 3010 | Cer/PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | 500 | – | – | 10.2 | |
| RO 4003 | Hydrocarbon/Cer | DOWNLOAD | >280 | 425 | – | – | 3.38 | |
| RO 4350B | Hydrocarbon/Cer | DOWNLOAD | >280 | 390 | – | – | 3.48 | |
| RT/duroid 5880 | PTFE/Glass | DOWNLOAD | – | 500 | – | – | 2.2 | |
| ISOLA | Polyclad 370HR | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 170 | 340 | 4.8-5.1 | – | – |
| FR406-HR | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 190 | 325 | 3.91 | 3.86 | 3.81 | |
| FR408-HR | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 200 | 360 | 3.72 | 3.69 | 3.65 | |
| P96 | Polyimide | DOWNLOAD | 260 | 416 | – | 3.78 | 3.73 | |
| Hitachi | MCL-BE- 67G | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 140 | 340 | 4.9 | 4.4 | – |
| MCL-E-679F | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 170 | 350 | 4.2-4.4 | 4.3-4.5 | – | |
| MCL-LX-67Y | Special Laminate | DOWNLOAD | 185-195 | 325-345 | – | 3.4-3.6 | – | |
| Nelco | N4000-13 | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 210-240 | 365 | – | 3.7 | 3.6 |
| N4000-13EP | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 210-240 | 350 | – | 3.4 | 3.2 | |
| N4000-13SI | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 210-240 | 350 | – | 3.4 | 3.2 | |
| N4000-13EP SI | Modified Epoxy | DOWNLOAD | 210-240 | 350 | – | 3.4 | 3.2 | |
| Taconic | TLX-6 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 2.65 |
| TLX-7 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 2.6 | |
| TLX-8 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 2.55 | |
| TLX-9 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 2.45 | |
| RF35 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | <315 | – | 3.5 | – | 3.5 | |
| TLC-27 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 2.75 | |
| TLC-30 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 3 | |
| TLC-32 | PTFE | DOWNLOAD | – | – | – | – | 3.2 | |
| Arlon | Arlon 25N | Cer | DOWNLOAD | 260 | – | – | – | 3.38 |
| Arlon 25FR | Cer | DOWNLOAD | 260 | – | – | – | 3.58 | |
| Arlon 33N | Polymide | DOWNLOAD | >250 | 353 | 4 | – | – | |
| Arlon 35N | Polymide | DOWNLOAD | >250 | 363 | 4.2 | – | – | |
| Arlon 85N | Polymide | DOWNLOAD | 250 | 387 | 4.2 | – | – | |
| Stablcor | ST325 | – | DOWNLOAD | Thermal conductivity:75w/m.k(with 1oz copper) | ||||
| ST10 | – | DOWNLOAD | Thermal conductivity:325w/m.k(with 1oz copper) | |||||
| Panasonic | R-1566W | FR4 | DOWNLOAD | 140 | 330 | 4.95 | 4.7 | 4.65 |
| Ventec | VT-901 | Polymide | DOWNLOAD | 250 | 390 | 4.2-4.5 | 4.0-4.3 | – |
| VT-90H | Polymide | DOWNLOAD | 250 | 390 | 4.2-4.5 | 4.0-4.3 | – | |
| Bergquist | ht-04503 | – | DOWNLOAD | Thermal conductivity:2.2w/m.k(with 1oz copper) | ||||
Delivery
PCBMay offers flexible shipping methods for our customers, you may choose from one of the methods below.
1. DHL
DHL offers international express services in over 220 countries.
DHL partners with PCBMay and offers very competitive rates to customers of PCBMay.
It normally takes 3-7 business days for the package to be delivered around the world.
2. UPS
UPS gets the facts and figures about the world’s largest package delivery company and one of the leading global providers of specialized transportation and logistics services.
It normally takes 3-7 business days to deliver a package to most of the addresses in the world.
3. TNT
TNT has 56,000 employees in 61 countries.
It takes 4-9 business days to deliver the packages to the hands
of our customers.
4. FedEx
FedEx offers delivery solutions for customers around the world.
It takes 4-7 business days to deliver the packages to the hands
of our customers.
5. Air, Sea/Air, and Sea
If your order is of large volume with PCBMay, you can also choose
to ship via air, sea/air combined, and sea when necessary.
Please contact your sales representative for shipping solutions.
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On our website you can use the following payment methods:
Telegraphic Transfer(TT): A telegraphic transfer (TT) is an electronic method of transferring funds utilized primarily for overseas wire transactions. It’s very convenient to transfer.
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Credit Card: You can pay with credit card: Visa, Visa Electron, MasterCard, Maestro.
PCBMAY – Your Supplier of High-Class OEM PCBs
We are PCBMay, one of the first PCB Fabricators in China. We have been in business since 2008. From that time to now, we have perfected the production of OEM PCBs. Our PCBs are bought by bulk domestically and internationally. For example, well-liked brands use our Wireless PCBs and Mobile Device PCBs.
With PCB May, you can be sure that OEM PCB is a good buy.
- Strict Quality Control
- Enhance your B2C value-added product
- Specialize in customized PCB for your business
- Environment-friendly materials and PCB fabrication
- Preferred by giant Automotive and IT brands
Any time you give us a new large OEM PCB order, you will get a free sample. After all, we want to serve our customers right. We want to benefit your business, so at any time you need our technical assistance, we will help. Our professional engineers have been with us long-term—they are experts in their field.
You will also find the same professionalism with our sales staff. They are approachable, well-trained and courteous. Our personnel will give you a COC (Certificate of Conformity) report as well as a full CAM report upon request.
You don’t need to be worried about the delivery of your OEM PCB order. Our supply chain partners are also professionals in logistics. We guarantee your order will be with you within schedule.
So, why pay more when PCBMay gave give you safe and effective PCBs which are guaranteed defect-free?
Don’t hesitate! Partner with us now. Your business growth matters to us. Trust the most reputable OEM PCB leader in China. Contact our sales team now!
OEM PCB: The Ultimate FAQ Guide
Nowadays, electronic appliances are highly functional. OEM PCB manufacturing enables electronic devices to incorporate many functions. This PCB improves the functionality and longevity of your electronic projects.
It has become the most reliable and sophisticated PCB manufacturing of today. PCBMay is the leading OEM PCB fabricator and supplier in China. Do you have adequate knowledge of OEM PCB?
This FAQ guide will let you know the pros and cons of the PCB OEM assembly service. We hope it will solve your PCB-based problems. Let’s begin.
- What Is OEM PCB?
- How To Compare OEM And ODM In PCB?
- What Are The Significant Types Of OEM PCB?
- What Are The Challenges Of OEM PCBA?
- Which Design Software Is Used In OEM PCB Design?
- What Are The Benefits Of OEM PCB?
- How To Ensure Proper Component Sourcing In CPU OEM PCB?
- What Are The Features Of A Reliable OEM PCB Manufacturer In China?
- Is OEM Service Effective For Multilayer PCB Design?
- What Are The Limitations Of OEM PCB?
- How To Mount Components In OEM PCB Assembly?
- Is OEM Service Good For PCB Panelization?
- What Are The Materials Used In OEM PCB Assembly?
- What Are The Most Effective Soldering Processes Of OEM PCB?
- How Does Panelized Automotive OEM PCB Resist Mechanical Stresses?
- What Are The Strategies For Designing An OEM PCB Layout?
- What Are The Effective Techniques To Prevent Corrosion In Medical OEM PCBs?
- How To Handle Overheating Issues In OEM PCB?
What Is OEM PCB?
OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturing. OEM PCB is an electronic circuit board that comes through contract manufacturing. That means a different manufacturer markets and retails its components and equipment.
Usually, OEM deals with product designing and advertising rather than production. You can consider it as outsourcing in PCB manufacturing. Because of immense benefits, PCB OEM has become a constantly growing business model of present times.
The printed circuit board, developed through original equipment manufacturing is highly functional and reliable. It supports customization that improves the compatibility of electronic gadgets with multiple sectors.
This PCB is preferable to automotive giants and IT brands. Easy and effective maintenance, assembling, etc of OEM PCBs along with low cost also enhance their acceptance in the advanced PCB world.
OEM PCB
How To Compare OEM And ODM In PCB?
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) and ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) are related to the PCB manufacturing industry. Sometimes the functions of these two manufacturing overlap. So, it is difficult to differentiate between OEM and ODM.
We are here to explain the core differences between these two PCB manufacturing models.
Process
In the case of OEM, the PCB is projected by the client. Then, the production company shapes it up. So, the PCB OEM is designed concerning the client’s demand.
On the contrary, ODM PCB is designed and materialized through the production company. Later, a third party comes to market the electronic product. That’s why its design is based on the collection type.
Production Differences
PCB OEM manufacturers require the production of circuit board components. It is effective for large-scale PCB productions. But, you need to deliver the product specifications to ODM PCB manufacturers while you are dealing with ODM.
ODM is supportive of small-scale productions. Because ODM PCB manufacturers don’t intend to spend time on R&D.
Cost Performance
OEM PCB manufacturing is a cost-effective process. You can collect electronic products at competitive prices in the case of OEM productions. Besides, OEM technology allows you to manufacture a large number of high-quality PCB products at affordable rates.
The cost of the original design manufacturing process is also low. But, it is not as effective as PCB OEM for high-volume PCB manufacturing.
Time Consumption
In terms of time consumption, an ODM PCB is more effective than an OEM. Because PCB OEM requires a significant time on project development to ensure optimum quality. But, ODM PCB is free from this hassle.
Product Functionality
OEM PCB is more functional compared to ODM PCB. OEM customized circuit boards improve the integrity of electronic appliances to a large extent. Besides, original equipment manufacturing supports multilayer PCB stackup.
Multilayer designs also improve the manufacturing of PCB products. ODM products don’t have such superlative functionality and durability.
PCB ODM Vs OEM Manufacturing
What Are The Significant Types Of OEM PCB?
Different types of OEM PCBs are used in electronic applications to boost the business. The most significant types of OEM circuit boards include-
CPU OEM PCB
What Are The Challenges Of OEM PCBA?
PCB is the backbone of electronic applications. There are some challenges during the OEM PCB assembly. You need to ensure the highest quality to achieve the best result from this manufacturing.
Now, we are going to explain the challenges in the PCB OEM assembly service for your convenience.
High-quality Design
Usually, the designer creates the schematic on a design software or paper and then sends it to the OEM manufacturer. If there is any fault in the design layout, it becomes very difficult for the manufacturer to optimize the design.
In some cases, the designer doesn’t think about tolerance between the PCB traces. It results in creating a short circuit. Besides, component placement, trace dimensions, etc should be properly executed during manufacturing.
To overcome this challenge, it is required to design through a reliable design software that can detect all the design inaccuracies.
Continuous Supply Chain
It is important to have a smooth supply chain to maintain the top-class standards of PCB OEM assembly. It is a great challenge in this field. You should make a balance between some factors. Like unit cost, availability, specifications, etc.
Again, regular component sourcing is a concern for the OEM industry. If you regularly make delays in delivering the products, it will create some adverse effects on your reputation.
Assembly Testing
You need to conduct tests during the assembly and of course, after the manufacturing. These tests will give you confidence about the quality of your electronic products. Besides, regular inspections are effective for detecting faults and enable you to solve the issues.
OEM PCB assembly service is a brainstorming task. You have to overcome numerous challenges to be successful in this field. These factors mentioned above will help you to achieve flawless PCB OEM manufacturing.
OEM PCB Assembly Challenges
Which Design Software Is Used In OEM PCB Design?
Intelligent design software can deliver flawless PCB layout. That’s why it is required to use reliable software for your OEM PCB design. Such as:
KiCAD is the best design software for the PCB OEM. It offers impressive design tools that enable the designer to design complex PCB projects. Its features are so interactive that the designer can easily ensure proper trace routing, layer alignment, and dimensional stability.
OEM PCB Design
What Are The Benefits Of OEM PCB?
OEM PCB has a lot of positive points that promote electronic manufacturing quality. Because of that, its applications are continuously increasing day by day. Its notable benefits are given here to let you know about its performance.
High-volume PCB
PCB original equipment manufacturing renders an opportunity to develop PCBs high-volume productions. OEM is effective for maintaining optimum standards in every step of manufacturing. It’s a great advantage for the manufacturers and clients.
Cost-effective
You can conduct large-scale OEM PCB assembly at competitive prices. The production cost of this process is not so high. Besides, quick-turn OEM assembly is reputable for low time consumption. It also makes this PCB cost-effective.
Business-friendly
It is difficult for a new PCB manufacturer to develop the product in its own factory. In that case, PCB OEM service is highly beneficial to them. OEM allows you to produce immense electronic products without developing the factory. So. OEM PCB is supremely business-friendly.
Quality
PCB OEM always maintains the quality of electronic circuit boards. It takes care of designing, fabrication, marketing, etc with supreme reliability. It is very rare to compromise the efficiency in the case of original equipment manufacturing.
Wide Range Of Applications
PCB OEM is used in versatile electronic projects. You can find this circuit board in telecommunication and consumer electronics. Such as digital clocks, microwave ovens, wireless charging, networking devices, etc.
Again, it is applicable in industrial production. Oscilloscope, medical equipment, defense industry, aerospace appliances are composed of PCBs having original equipment manufacturing.
High Functionality
PCB OEM supports multilayer designs and panelization. Both of these PB forms are highly functional and develop signal transmission systems. Moreover, OEM is useful for maintaining thermal management in multilayer circuit boards.
So, the PCBs can operate with their maximum effectiveness when they have come through the OEM.
Original Equipment Manufacturing PCB Benefits
How To Ensure Proper Component Sourcing In CPU OEM PCB?
CPU OEM PCB is a worthwhile circuit board. It is incorporated in the motherboard, power systems, ports, etc of computers. It enables the CPU to connect to the components as per the design layout.
But, you need to use high-quality PCB components to make this PCB more functional. That’s why you should ensure prepper component sourcing for OEM CPU PCB. Component sourcing refers to purchasing the PCB components from a trustworthy manufacturer.
Successful component sourcing depends on some factors. You have to consider the following subjects while purchasing the components for your PCB projects.
- Reliable PCB manufacturer
- Lead time
- Durability
- Shelf life
- IC packaging process
- Price
- Component testing
- Minimum order quantity
Besides, getting a quotation for component sourcing is a crucial factor in this case. You need to properly prepare the document for RFQ (Request For Quotation) and BOM (Bill Of Materials).
We have been providing effective components for PCB OEM services. Inquire us immediately to get the most reliable quote for the sourcing of the PCB components at the lowest prices.
OEM PCB Component Sourcing
What Are The Features Of A Reliable OEM PCB Manufacturer In China?
A reliable OEM PCB manufacturer can provide the best OEM printed circuit boards. So, it is important to choose a trustworthy manufacturer to execute the PCB OEM properly. You should check some vital features while making a choice in this issue. Such as:
- A long experience of PCB original equipment manufacturing.
- High-class PCB components
- Competitive product cost
- A well-equipped factory with the proper facility for PCB testing.
- Specialty in rendering custom solutions
- Eco-friendly materials and PCB fabrication
- RoHS-certified technicians
- Proper customer service
Customized OEM PCB Assembly
Is OEM Service Effective For Multilayer PCB Design?
OEM PCB is compatible with multilayer designs for high-density projects with great effectiveness. Usually, OEM multilayer PCB supports 4-40 layers in a highly cost-effective manner. It enables the designer to deal with complex circuit designs.
Multilayer PCB stackup requires proper alignment of the PCB layers along with reliable component sourcing. Besides, you need to ensure the application of PCB materials with low dielectric constant and high dielectric strength.
Original equipment manufacturing ensures superlative quality control. It involves all of the manufacturing factors and maintains these issues properly. So, you can definitely rely on multilayer OCM PCB for your electronic projects.
Multilayer OEM PCB
What Are The Limitations Of OEM PCB?
Along with immense positive points, the OEM PCB has some limitations. You should consider its adverse effects while choosing the manufacturing service provider for your PCB. Its considerable limitations are-
- It takes a lot of time to perform the manufacturing properly.
- Improper execution of OEM PCB assembly causes serious trouble to the electronic applications.
- It demands high-standard maintenance to achieve the best output that sometimes affects the manufacturing qual
Limitations Of PCB OEM
How To Mount Components In OEM PCB Assembly?
Surface mount technology is the best way to mount the PCB components in OEM PCB assembly. Single-sides and double-sided PCBs are composed of surface mount devices. Nowadays, electronic devices are found in miniature shapes.
SMDs are suitable for high-density electric circuits. So, it supports miniature designs in advanced electronic components. Besides, SMDs play a vital role in signal transmission. These components can maintain integrity while transmitting data.
Surface mount devices are highly resistant to mechanical stress and thermal pressures. That means they have a long operating life. So, SMT is undoubtedly the most appropriate component mounting process for OEM PCB assembly.
OEM Circuit Board Component Mounting
Is OEM Service Good For PCB Panelization?
Panelized PCB has brought out an outstanding change in the PCB design. It is a process of arranging different tabs on a single panel. You can get the highest output of the PCB panelization through the OEM service.
PCB OEM allows the manufacturer to arrange multiple circuit boards on one panel with more efficiency. That’s why it becomes easier to conduct assembly tests, soldering, component placements, etc.
Panelized PCB is highly cost-effective. Because original equipment manufacturing makes the panelization faster and reliable. Besides, OEM service supports strict quality control that is mandatory for a high-quality PCB panelization.
So, you can perform PCB panelization through OEM conveniently. Watch the following video to know the design technique of PCB panelization in Altium Designer:
Panelization Of OEM PCB
What Are The Materials Used In OEM PCB Assembly?
OEM PCB is constructed with versatile effective materials. Such as FR4, Polyimide, CEM-3, copper, Aluminum, etc. These materials render mechanical stability to the circuit board.
Again, FR4 materials are very thermally effective and their glass transition temperature is high. These PCB materials show outstanding performance against flame. According to the UL94 standard, the flammability rating of FR4 is V-0, which is very impressive.
OEM PCB materials are resistant to moisture and other chemical contaminations. That means they make the PCB durable and increase its shelf life.
OEM PCB Materials
What Are The Most Effective Soldering Processes Of OEM PCB?
PCB soldering is used in patching electric sheets. Different effective soldering methods are applicable for OEM PCB manufacturing. Such as:
- Wave soldering
- SMT soldering
- Through-hole reflow (THR) soldering
THR Soldering
THR soldering is the most worthwhile process for the PCB OEM. Here, the PCB components are placed in a definite position by using solder paste. Controlled heat is applied to the solder paste through a reflux chamber.
Then the solder starts melting and flows to the endpoint of the terminal surface. When it cools down, a secured connection is established between the component and circuit board.
OEM PCB THR Soldering Process
THR soldering offers high production capacity with supreme process quality. It ensures the high mechanical stability of the PCB components. But, this expensive soldering technique is not preferable to low-volume PCB production.
Watch this video to know more about THR soldering:
How Does Panelized Automotive OEM PCB Resist Mechanical Stresses?
Original equipment manufacturing (OEM) reduces the risk of mechanical stresses in automotive panelized PCBs to a large extent. Usually, mechanical stresses cause serious damage during the depanelization of circuit boards. Then, OEM services play a vital role to minimize its effects.
V-engraving is associated with the PCB panel in the PCB OEM assembly service. It involves tracing a groove on the upper and lower side of the panel. The circuit boards can be separated manually or by a machine.
A depaneling router is used that can smoothly depanelize the PCBs from the panel by creating minimum stress. Besides, OEM involves laser cutting to separate the circuit boards of unusual shapes.
Besides, OEM PCBs are composed of effective materials during assembly. These materials provide sufficient robustness to panelized automotive PCBs to resist extreme mechanical stresses.
Automotive OEM Circuit Board assembly
What Are The Strategies For Designing An OEM PCB Layout?
When you are thinking about proper OEM PCB manufacturing, layout designing is the first and foremost thing to come to mind. A well-designed PCB OEM improves the product quality to the optimum level.
You have to follow some strategies while designing a PCB layout. Such as:
- First, make a schematic of the circuit board. It works as a blueprint of your PCB layout design.
- Then, import this schematic into design software and place the PCB components and wires.
- You can divide the whole layout into some compartments concerning their work. It is helpful for ensuring smooth designing and proper visualization.
- It is required to choose a multilayer design for a large circuit.
- Properly apply the PCB vias to connect the layers and ensure thermal dissipation.
- The copper pad needs to be circular shaped and the maximum diameter should be between 1-2 mm.
- Place the decoupling capacitors near the pins that require stable electric potential.
- Use accurate copper thickness concerning the product design. If you need to carry heavy current loads, use heavy copper PCBs.
- Place the EMI-sensitive components away from the IC.
- Apply design rules checking to find the faults of designing.
PCB Design Layout
What Are The Effective Techniques To Prevent Corrosion In Medical OEM PCBs?
Medical OEM circuit boards are a very common part of necessary medical equipment. These PCB boards often suffer from decaying. Applying a proper surface finish is the best technique to prevent surface corrosion in medical OEM PCB.
Among many PCB surface finishes, ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold) is the most effective. It provides immense benefits to the PCB OEM. Here, Nickel and Gold combinedly create an effective protective layer on the PCB trace.
So, chemical contaminants and moisture can’t easily affect the circuit board. That’s how the PCB surface can prevent corrosion in extremely vulnerable situations.
Besides, ENIG saves the PCB components from oxidation. It improves the functionality and longevity of the circuit board elements.
OEM PCB ENIG Surface Finish
How To Handle Overheating Issues In OEM PCB?
Overheating causes various damages to the OEM PCB. It creates the loss of structural integrity, unusual expansion of PCB materials, circuit line disruption, oxidation, and so many damages. But, PCB OEM handles this issue with great reliability. But, do you know how?
Use Of Heat Sink
This PCB has some built-in features that are effective to resist temperature rise. Such as heat sinks, fans, etc. Using a heat sink is a useful way to improve heat dissipation. It safely dissipates the heat so that there is no harm occurring to the circuit board. Cooling fans transfer the heat out of the board to resist overheating.
Proper Material selection
You should apply heat-resistant materials and components to prevent overheating. Heavy copper OEM PCBs are effective for smooth heat dissipation. Again, Fr4, polyimide, etc materials generate low heat. Besides, these materials can withstand high thermal pressures.
Use Of Laminate
The use of high-temperature PCB laminates in OEM manufacturing is another protective measure against overheating. These laminates offer high TG and long delamination time. Moreover, PCB laminates ensure high decomposition temperature and low Z-axis coefficient of thermal expansion.
Thermal Management
In the case of PCB OEM, it is required to align the CTE of dielectric layers with the PCB copper layers. It ensures the uniform expansion of the PCB layers due to temperature rise. So, the circuit board suffers from minimum damage.
Component Placement
You need to maintain minimum spacing while performing the component placement. Short-distance components cause skin effects that lead to temperature rise in the OEM multilayer PCB design. So, you should meticulously check the arrangement of the components in high-frequency PCB.
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Conclusion
OEM PCB allows the manufacturer to perform complex designs. It promotes the quality of electronic applications to the optimum level. Its outstanding features and supreme compatibility with numerous devices make it an automatic choice.
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