{"id":1864,"date":"2019-01-24T16:36:40","date_gmt":"2019-01-24T16:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theproche.com\/?p=1864"},"modified":"2019-01-24T16:50:24","modified_gmt":"2019-01-24T16:50:24","slug":"top-tips-for-low-cost-high-quality-pcbs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theproche.com\/top-tips-for-low-cost-high-quality-pcbs\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips for Low-Cost, High-Quality PCBs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Manufacturing PCBs is not always cheap.\nThey are very important parts of technology so it is vital that you do not take\nany shortcuts when it comes to quality if you are trying to cut back on costs.\nHere are some top tips to help you achieve high-quality PCBs at a low-cost\nprice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Start\nwith Good Software<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to start saving money on your PCBs is all the way back in the design stage. By choosing a high-quality, multifunctional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.altium.com\/solution\/download-circuit-maker-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">circuit designer software<\/a> such as the highly recommended Altium, you will be able to use all the tools you need in one program. There is no need to invest in multiple programs if you can find one which does everything. Have a look around to see if you can find everything you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find\na Reliable but Low-Cost Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The manufacturing process is one where you\nare likely to run up a lot of costs. By shopping around to find a better\nmanufacturer, you might be able to find one who can make your circuit boards to\nthe standard you expect for a much lower price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are, of course, some things you need\nto guarantee. You should make sure they have all the necessary certificates and\nlicences they need to make your PCBs. They should also have the necessary\nequipment and technical knowledge so you know for definite that they will be\nable to fulfil your order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn\nHow to Optimise Your PCBs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, the cost of a PCB increases with the more components and layers to add. If you can learn <a href=\"http:\/\/www.circuitbasics.com\/make-custom-pcb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">how to strip back your designs and simplify them<\/a>, you may be able to save some costs on manufacture. Lowering your layer count and optimising the size and shape of your PCBs may be a great way to ensure that your costs are down without sacrificing any of your product quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choose\nthe Right Finish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seeedstudio.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/10\/pcb-surface-finish\/\" target=\"_blank\">surface finish of your <g class=\"gr_ gr_114 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"114\" data-gr-id=\"114\">PCB<\/g><\/a><g class=\"gr_ gr_114 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"114\" data-gr-id=\"114\">could<\/g> affect the cost of your PCB? Each of the finishes available has its own advantages and disadvantages. By choosing the wrong finish, you could be accidentally preventing the PCB from acting as it should; resulting in further tests and potential costly fixes. Make sure you are choosing the right finish every time to avoid this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t\nNeglect Inspections and Tests<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the search for cost-effective PCBs, you\nmay be tempted to shirk a round of testing or inspections if it means it cuts\ncost. However, if you are committed to producing high-quality PCBs, you simply\ncannot skip the tests. They are vital for confirming your product\u2019s performance\nand potentially unmasking a fault that had otherwise gone undetected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are just some of the things you can\ndo to help cut costs in your PCB manufacture. You should always aim for a\nhigh-quality product but that doesn\u2019t mean it has to be high in cost. Balancing\nthe two will be a great skill which will help you to be a much better designer\noverall.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manufacturing PCBs is not always cheap. They are very important parts of technology so it is vital that you do not take any shortcuts when it comes to quality if you are trying to cut back on costs. Here are some top tips to help you achieve high-quality PCBs at a low-cost price. 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