What is the testing protocol for mass PCB assembly?
As long as you have completed the process of producing printed circuit boards, you must ensure that they run well.
Existing testing protocols will help ensure that large volumes of PCBs are in perfect working condition.
Here are the main test protocols you can perform on a high volume printed circuit board:
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
You will use Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) tools to accurately and efficiently detect production errors in big batch PCB assembly. It has cameras and image-processing software that can identify assembly errors and relay information for further action. It is the best tool you will use for better error detection than...
What is the testing protocol for mass PCB assembly?
As long as you have completed the process of producing printed circuit boards, you must ensure that they run well.
Existing testing protocols will help ensure that large volumes of PCBs are in perfect working condition.
Here are the main test protocols you can perform on a high volume printed circuit board:
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
You will use Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) tools to accurately and efficiently detect production errors in big batch PCB assembly. It has cameras and image-processing software that can identify assembly errors and relay information for further action. It is the best tool you will use for better error detection than visual inspection.
Solder Paste Inspection (SPI)
After you have finished printing with the paste printer, you must pass it through the paste inspector. The SPI machine has a camera and communication system equipment that can examine every detail of the solder paste.It compares these details to the Gerber file and reports any kind of inconsistency.
In-Circuit Test (ICT)
In-Circuit Test, you can use the most detailed test methods to check the quality and integrity of the PCB.Here, you will have to take personal initiative and use online testing software to check the quality of your PCB.You will use the machine to detect errors in the PCB for correction.
Functional Circuit Test
Here, you will use a computer with test pins or test probes to test the functional integrity of the PCB. You can tell if the board passes the test simply by comparing the results to the design specifications.
X-ray Examination
You will use X-ray inspection to detect welding problems on the PCB that are not visible to the human eye. Here, you do not have to cut through the circuit board to see the welding quality on the printed circuit board. You'll use X-ray inspection protocols to detect errors in components and soldering on circuit boards.
Do you have a custom mass PCB assembly?
Yes, we do customize mass printed circuit boards.
You can order the most unique types of printed circuit boards and we will produce them according to your needs.
We'll review your design, create a prototype, and then test how it works.
Once we confirm that it is working well according to the design details, we will proceed with the production process.
How does small batch PCB assembly compare to large batch PCB assembly?
On the production scale, you can choose between large batch PCB assembly or small batch PCB assembly.
Mass PCB assembly is the process by which you assemble 10,000 or more printed circuit boards.
It is a mass production or assembly system that can mass produce PCBs in a short period of time.
On the other hand, you can choose to assemble PCBs in small batches for small scale production or assembly of PCBs.
In other words, you will produce a very small number of printed circuit boards of 250 or less.
In large and small batch PCB assembly, the assembly process will remain the same.
In addition, you will use similar detection techniques for high - and small-lot PCB assemblies.
What are the main capabilities of mass PCB assembly?
Well, when you're looking for a good large volume PCB assembler, there are some special features.
This means that they must have the specific resources that you will use in the PCB assembly process.
The following are the main functions that must be available for mass PCB assembly.
Manufacturing capacity
It is important to have a manufacturer that can use both surface mount technology and through-hole technology.
You must find a manufacturer with sufficient knowledge and experience in surface mount technology and through-hole technology.
Fast turnaround time
You should also have a manufacturer that can produce large number of PCBs in a very short time.
In other words, you don't have to wait longer to get the printed circuit board you ordered.
Welding capacity
In this case, the key point you must pay close attention to is the ability to weld manually and by machine. Your manufacturer should be able to perform both hand and machine welds.
Quality compliance
You should also know that the quality of the printed circuit board is a top priority when it comes to durability and safety.
Here, your manufacturer must have the knowledge to read the list of materials and identify the right quality products.
Test method
You must also choose a manufacturer that has knowledge of all test machines and printed circuit boards.
In other words, after production, your supplier must test all printed boards accordingly before providing PCBs.
For further details freely contact Cynthia at Sales11@hitechpcb.com
https://www.hitechpcba.com/high-volume-pcb-assembly
