Many electronic product companies focus on design, R&D, and marketing. They fully outsource the electronics manufacturing process. From product prototype design to market launch, it has to go through numerous development and testing cycles, of which sample testing is extremely critical. Delivering the designed PCB file and BOM list to the electronic manufacturer also needs to be analyzed from multiple angles to ensure that there is no delay in the project cycle and reduce the quality risk after the product goes on the market.
The first, it is necessary to analyze the market positioning of the developing electronic products, and different market strategies determine different product development. If it is a high-end electronic product, the material must be strictly selected in the sample stage, the packaging process must be ensured, and the real mass production process must be simulated 100% as much as possible.
The second, the speed and cost of PCBA processing samples must be considered. It usually takes 5-15 days from the design plan to the PCBA sample to complete the production. If the control is not good, the time may be extended to 1 month. In order to ensure that PCBA samples can be received within the fastest 5 days, we need to start selecting electronics manufacturing suppliers (with process capability, good coordination, and focus on quality and service) during the design stage.
The third, the design plan of the electronic product design company must follow the specifications as much as possible, such as the marking of the circuit board silk screen, the regularization of the materials in the BOM list, the clear marking, and the clear remarks on the process requirements in the Gerber file. This can greatly reduce the time to communicate with electronics manufacturers, also can prevent erroneous production caused by unclear design schemes.
The fourth, fully consider the risks in the logistics and distribution links. In PCBA packaging, electronics manufacturers are required to provide safety packaging, such as bubble bags, pearl cotton, etc., to prevent collisions and damage in logistics.
The fifth, when deciding the quantity of PCBA proofing, adopt the principle of maximization. Generally , the project managers, product managers, and even marketing personnel may need samples. it is also necessary to fully consider the burn-in during the test. Therefore, it is generally recommended to sample more than 3 pieces.
PCBFuture, as a reliable PCB assembly manufacturer, takes quality and speed as the cornerstone of PCBA sample production to maximize the smooth progress of the project and improve customer satisfaction.
Post time: Oct-20-2020