PCB Design / Fab / Assembly start up experience?

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SUMMARY

This discussion centers on the critical aspects of starting up in PCB Design, Fabrication, and Assembly. Participants emphasize the importance of in-house PCB layout, particularly for high-speed circuits, to ensure precision and collaboration throughout the design process. The consensus is that layout quality significantly impacts the overall success of the project, with poor layouts leading to substantial issues. Participants also highlight the necessity of obtaining quotes based on Gerber files for cost comparison.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of PCB Design principles
  • Familiarity with Gerber file generation and usage
  • Knowledge of high-speed circuit design considerations
  • Experience with PCB fabrication processes
NEXT STEPS
  • Research best practices for high-speed PCB layout techniques
  • Learn about effective communication strategies with PCB layout designers
  • Explore tools for generating and optimizing Gerber files
  • Investigate common challenges in PCB fabrication and assembly
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This discussion is beneficial for PCB designers, electrical engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in electronics manufacturing who seek to enhance their understanding of PCB layout and fabrication processes.

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Has anyone here have any experience on PCB Design / Fab / Assembly start up?
May I know how did it to?
What are the considerations?
What are the challenges involved?
 
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I am doing that same. But I thought you sent in the Gerber to get a quote and compare price! If you refer to having someone layout the pcb, then I have no answer. I do my own layout, I don't trust others doing the layout. For a lot of circuits particular high speed circuits, you better have someone close by to do the layout, so you can work with the person in every step.

I have seen layout that shocked me...absolutely shocked me. People think layout is nothing, it is everything. That's where the war is won or lost.
 

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