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: ''This page lists "board houses" that take your custom PCB layout file and convert it to a custom printed circuit board (PCB) (ready for the next step: "assembly" adding parts). For "standard" prototyping PCBs, see [[stripboard]] and other [[techniques]].''
 
: ''This page lists "board houses" that take your custom PCB layout file and convert it to a custom printed circuit board (PCB) (ready for the next step: "assembly" adding parts). For "standard" prototyping PCBs, see [[stripboard]] and other [[techniques]].''
  
The PCBShopper PCB cost comparison calculator[http://PCBShopper.com] is a quick way to compare the price of your board at many of the following fabs.
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''(FIXME: briefly mention the most relevant "capabilities": "preferred" and "minimum" trace width / spacing / via hole size / via pad diameter.''
(There's some old, dusty open-source JavaScript code to compare prices at many PCB manufacturers at
 
[http://www.ladyada.net/library/pcb/costcalc.html The Ladyada PCB Cost Comparison Calculator] -- any volunteers to bring it up to date?
 
)
 
 
 
''(FIXME: briefly mention the most relevant "capabilities": "preferred" and "minimum" trace width / spacing / via hole size / via pad diameter.''
 
 
''Link directly to the manufacturer's "capability page" so readers can confirm these numbers for themselves.''
 
''Link directly to the manufacturer's "capability page" so readers can confirm these numbers for themselves.''
 
''Boards that push the limit of manufacturability cost more than robustly designed boards that use preferred sizes.) For more details, see [[Submitting PCB's for fabrication]].)''
 
''Boards that push the limit of manufacturability cost more than robustly designed boards that use preferred sizes.) For more details, see [[Submitting PCB's for fabrication]].)''
  
A few of these board houses do some automated DRC or manual checking (or both) before fabbing your board.
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=== homebrew fabrication ===
If they find any issues, they email those issues to you and put the board on hold -- which typically delays the board a day or two.
 
However, most people consider this a good thing -- they would rather have a board a day or two later than the quoted turn time, rather than a definitely nonfunctional board immediately.
 
 
 
In no particular order:
 
 
 
 
 
=== AiPCBA ===
 
https://www.aipcba.com
 
 
 
Quick Turn PCB Assembly,Fabrication and PCB Prototype
 
 
 
'''AiPCBA''' specializes in providing one-stop manufacturing solutions for PCB Assembly services, from electronic component procurement, PCB production, SMT & DIP to finished product assembly, packaging logistics. We have served customers from the IoT, communications, medical, automotive, industrial control, wearable and smart home industries etc.
 
 
 
''AiPCBA Main Capabilities''
 
 
 
* [https://www.aipcba.com/pcb.html?utm_medium=ywh PCB Fabrication]
 
 
 
* [https://www.aipcba.com/smt.html?utm_medium=ywh SMT Services]
 
 
 
* [https://www.aipcba.com/pcba.html?utm_medium=ywh PCB Aseembly Services]
 
 
 
 
 
=== PCB Unlimited ===
 
http://www.pcbunlimited.com/
 
 
 
High quality, low cost prototype PCBs.
 
 
 
'''PCB Unlimited''' is a US company, located in Portland, OR, classified as a one-stop PCB shop, offering Printed Circuit Board fabrication, design, layout and assembly, plus equipment, stencils, solder, solder paste, flux, tools and more, including new hard-to-find and obsolete part search services.
 
 
 
''PCB related links:''
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbunlimited.com/us-prototype-pcbs-p-716.html US Prototype PCBs]
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbunlimited.com/us-prototype-pcbs-p-716.html PCB Panel Share]
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbunlimited.com/offshore-prototype-pcbs-p-715.html Offshore PCBs (Prototype)]
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbunlimited.com/pcb-design-layout.php PCB Design and Layout Services]
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbunlimited.com/pcb-assembly-services.php PCB Aseembly Services]
 
 
 
== PCBGOGO ==
 
 
 
https://www.pcbgogo.com?code=t
 
 
 
PCB Instant Quote|PCB prototype|PCB Manufacturing|PCBGOGO
 
 
 
[https://www.pcbgogo.com/PCB_capabilities.html  capabilities:]
 
(FIXME: preferred/minimum trace/space, hole sizes, etc.)
 
 
 
has a [https://www.pcbgogo.com/pcb-board-quote.html  PCB instant quote]
 
 
 
has a [https://www.pcbgogo.com/pcb-assembly.html  PCB assembly]
 
 
 
has a [https://www.pcbgogo.com/pcbLayout.html  PCB layout]
 
 
 
has a [https://www.pcbgogo.com/Feedback/Blog  blog]
 
 
 
mainly in PCB prototype and assembly manufacturing services for over 10 years
 
 
 
=== Homebrew Fabrication ===
 
  
 
[http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-hobbyist-PCBs-with-professional-CAD-tools-by-/ capabilities]: (see also [[Techniques#Homebrew fabrication]])
 
[http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-hobbyist-PCBs-with-professional-CAD-tools-by-/ capabilities]: (see also [[Techniques#Homebrew fabrication]])
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* minimum via: 0.031" (0.8mm) diameter, 0.024" (0.6mm) ring giving 0.080" (2 mm) outer diameter.
 
* minimum via: 0.031" (0.8mm) diameter, 0.024" (0.6mm) ring giving 0.080" (2 mm) outer diameter.
  
(Does
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=== [http://www.ultimatepcb.com/ UltimatePCB] ===
[http://www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Printed-Circuit-Board/dp/007142783X?tag2=zottmann1-20 Build Your Own Printed Circuit Board]
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Best prices around for >2 layer boards. 4-layer boards up to 30 sq in. with 7/7 are $210 for 5, including shipping. Turn time is about 10 days including DHL from China. Service is not as fast as bigger outfits like Advanced Circuits, but still fine.
entirely focus on laying out a PCB with Eagle,
 
or does it take the next step and discuss homebrew fabrication?)
 
 
 
 
 
=== Breadboard Killer ===
 
 
 
https://www.breadboardkiller.com.au/
 
 
 
Standard Boards:
 
* 2-layer, FR-4, 1.6mm thickness, 1oz copper
 
* Minimum trace/space: 6/6mil
 
* Minimum hole size: 12mil
 
* Green soldermask on both sides
 
* White silkscreen on both sides
 
* HASL finish
 
* Custom board outlines supported
 
 
 
Support down to 8 mil holes and 4/4mil trace/spacing.
 
 
 
Support up to 6 layer boards.
 
 
 
Automated upload with gerber rendering and layer selection.
 
 
 
Design sharing.
 
 
 
Can order other people's open source designs with a few clicks.
 
 
 
 
 
=== PCBWay ===
 
 
 
http://PCBway.com/
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbway.com/capabilities.html capabilities:]
 
 
 
''(FIXME: preferred/minimum trace/space, hole sizes, etc.)''
 
 
 
has an instant quote.
 
has a [http://www.pcbway.com/blog/ blog].
 
 
 
Also has PCB assembly services.
 
 
 
 
 
=== Foundation Technology ===
 
 
 
[http://www.foundation.co.uk/ Foundation Technology]
 
 
 
For over 15 years Foundation Technology have provided electronic manufacturing services (EMS) to customers requiring PCB Assembly, PCB prototyping, electronic sub-assembly or full turnkey Box Build assemblies
 
 
 
PCB related Links:
 
 
 
[http://www.foundation.co.uk/pcb-assembly.html PCB Assembly]
 
 
 
[http://www.foundation.co.uk/pcb-prototyping.html PCB Prototyping]
 
 
 
[http://www.foundation.co.uk/lead-free-pcb.html Lead Free PCB Assembly - RoHS]
 
 
 
 
 
Contact Foundation Technology through [http://www.foundation.co.uk/contact.html Contact Us] page to get a quick quotation.
 
 
 
 
 
=== LinkSprite ===
 
 
 
''(FIXME: capabilities)''
 
 
 
''(FIXME: preferred/minimum trace/space, hole sizes, etc.)''
 
 
 
 
 
http://www.linksprite.com/prodtopcb/
 
LinkSprite
 
 
 
=== Kingfield Electronics - CEM Services ===
 
 
 
[http://www.kingfield-electronics.co.uk/ Kingfield Electronics - CEM Services]
 
 
 
Kingfield Electronics provides total manufacturing solutions to customers looking primarily for a “one-stop-shop” approach to their outsourcing requirements.
 
 
 
PCB related Links:
 
 
 
[http://www.kingfield-electronics.co.uk/manufacturing/pcb-assembly/ PCB Assembly]
 
 
 
[http://www.kingfield-electronics.co.uk/manufacturing/pcb-testing-inspection/ PCB Testing & Inspection]
 
 
 
 
 
Contact Kingfield Electronics through the [http://www.kingfield-electronics.co.uk/contact-us/ Contact Us] page to get a quick quotation.
 
 
 
=== Aptinex ===
 
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/ Aptinex]
 
 
 
Aptinex is the best PCB manufacturer in Sri Lanka. Aptinex provides Multilayer PCB Layout Designing, PCB Prototyping, PCB Mass Production, PCB Mass Drilling, SMT & THT Component Assembly, Firmware Development on Microcontrollers and FPGAs, Web Control Systems, Customer Software development and Web Designing/Development.
 
 
 
PCB related Links:
 
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/pcb-designing.html PCB Layout Designing]
 
 
 
[http://www.quick-teck.co.uk/TechArticleDoc/19196513481352925083.pdf Get your PCB design right at the first time] PCB design checklist, review your design before sending it to manufacturer
 
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/pcb-prototyping.html PCB Prototyping]
 
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/pcb-manufaturing.html PCB Mass-production]
 
  
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/pcb-drilling.html PCB Drilling]
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=== [http://www.batchpcb.com/ BatchPCB] ===
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/pcb-assembly-soldering.html PCB Assembly (Soldering)]
 
 
 
[http://www.aptinex.com/services/electronic-components.html Electronic Components]
 
 
 
 
 
Contact Aptinex through [http://www.aptinex.com/services/electronic-components.html Contact Us] page to get a quick quotation.
 
 
 
=== CadSoft EAGLE ===
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com// CadSoft EAGLE]
 
 
 
CadSoft specializes in the development of EAGLE, a user-friendly, powerful and affordable software for PCB design. The software consists of three modules: Schematic editor, layout editor and autorouter. EAGLE is available for Linux®, Mac® and Windows® and can be ordered as EAGLE Hobbyist, EAGLE Light, EAGLE Standard and EAGLE Professional.
 
 
 
PCB related Links:
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com/eagle-pcb-design-software/product-overview/ Product Overview]
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com/eagle-pcb-design-software/schaltplan-editor/ Schematic Editor]
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com/eagle-pcb-design-software/autorouter/ Autorouter]
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com/eagle-pcb-design-software/layout-editor/ Layout Editor]
 
 
 
[http://www.cadsoftusa.com/eagle-pcb-design-software/new-in-v6/ New Version6 ]
 
 
 
Contact CadSoft through [http://www.cadsoftusa.com/contact/ Contact Us] page to get a quick quotation.
 
 
 
=== Exception Group ===
 
 
 
[http://www.exceptiongroup.com/ Exception Group]
 
 
 
We are dedicated to delivering innovation and service excellence to the global Electronics industry by adding value in the design, build, assembly and supply chain management of Printed Circuit Boards.
 
 
 
PCB related Links:
 
 
 
[http://www.exceptiongroup.com/ PCB Manufacturing]
 
[http://www.rushpcb.co.uk/ pcb manufacturer]
 
[http://www.rushpcb.com PCB Maker]
 
 
 
 
 
=== Bittele Electronics ===
 
 
 
[http://www.7pcb.com Bittele Electronics]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bittele is a [http://www.7pcb.ca/PCB-Assembly-services PCB Assembly Services] manufacturer. They offer [http://www.7pcb.ca turn-key PCB Assembly] in prototype or low production volumes.
 
 
 
=== Technotronix ===
 
 
 
Technotronix is professional PCB Manufacturer in California USA offering PCB manufacturing, assembly, fabrication and PCB Prototype service as per customer requirement.
 
http://technotronix.us
 
 
 
 
 
=== 4pcbassembly.com ===
 
 
 
4pcbassembly.com provide contract manufacturing services from electronics assembly of [http://www.4pcbassembly.com printed circuit board] to production of complete product.
 
 
 
=== SINOMICRO PCB ===
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk SINOMICRO PCB]
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk SINOMICRO PCB ] is one of the best sources for for high quality low cost PCB (Printed circuit board) and [http://www.sinomicro.co.uk PCB Prototype]. providing a wide range of capability and flexibility for PCB fabrication, PCB assembly and PCB design services.
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk/page.php?pnid=7 About us]
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk/page.php?pnid=18 Our Services]
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk/page.php?pnid=11 How to Order PCB]
 
 
 
[http://www.sinomicro.co.uk/page.php?pnid=12 Online PCB Quote]
 
 
 
=== Asian Circuits ===
 
 
 
[http://www.7pcbassembly.com/ Asian Circuits]
 
 
 
Asian Circuits is a reliable mid to high volume electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) and provider of [http://www.7pcbassembly.com/turnkey-pcb-assembly.php Printed Circuit Board assembly] services with surface-mount (SMT), through-hole (THT) and mix components.
 
 
 
=== STG electronics ===
 
 
 
www.China-pcbassembly.com
 
 
 
www.stgpcba.com
 
 
 
China PCB(prototype pcb,pcb manufacturing,pcb fabrication)
 
 
 
China pcba(prototype pcba,turnkey PCBA)
 
 
 
Pcb assembly China(pcb assembly services).
 
 
 
components procurement services.
 
 
 
=== Standard Printed Circuit Board Limited ===
 
 
 
[http://www.standardpcb.com/capabilities.php capabilities]:
 
Standard Printed Circuit Board Limited
 
www.standardpcb.com
 
 
 
...
 
 
 
also makes aluminum base PCBs.
 
 
 
=== EuroCircuit ===
 
 
 
[http://www.eurocircuits.com/ EuroCircuit]
 
 
 
[http://www.eurocircuits.com/index.php/technology-guidelines/pcb-design-guidelines Specifications]
 
 
 
[http://www.eurocircuits.com/images/stories/ec09/ec-design-guidelines-englsih-1-2010-v3.pdf Design guidelines (pdf file)]
 
 
 
They does almost everything possible. Simpler is cheaper.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
=== PCB Train ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbtrain.co.uk/ PCB Train]
 
 
 
preferred: ([http://www.pcbtrain.co.uk/schematic/pcbtrain-express/])
 
* via: 0.5 mm diameter ([http://www.pcbtrain.co.uk/schematic/pcb-technical-advice/ PCB technical advice])
 
* track/gap: ???
 
* 2 layer 1.6 mm FR4 PTH, 1oz copper finished thickness, immersion silver finish
 
* no solder resists, no legends, no electrical test. (???)
 
* 0.2 mm track/gap on 1 oz boards
 
* holes spacing at least 0.30mm
 
 
 
PCB Train minimum [http://www.pcbtrain.co.uk/schematic/pcb-train-technical-capability/ capabilities]:
 
* holes: 0.20 mm diameter finished size
 
* 0.30 mm track/gap on 2 oz boards
 
* 0.15 mm track/gap on 1 oz boards
 
* 0.250 mm gap within a ground plane
 
* 0.5 mm drill hole to copper clearance on inner layer
 
* 0.15 mm legend line width
 
 
 
* £55.13 total for 4 boards, 100 mm x 50 mm board, 2 layer 1.6 mm FR4 PTH, 1oz copper, 15 day delivery.
 
 
 
PCB Train [http://www.pcbtrain.co.uk/schemantic/quote-and-order-pcb/restart/ Online PCB quote calculator]. Also does PCB assembly.
 
 
 
=== Custom Circuit Boards ===
 
 
 
[http://www.customcircuitboards.com/ Custom Circuit Boards]
 
 
 
[http://www.kingfordpcb.com/ PCBA manufacturer]
 
 
 
*2 Layer – Min .005” Max .250” 14 Layer – Min .054” Max .250”
 
*4 Layer – Min .015” Max .250” 16 Layer – Min .062” Max .250”
 
*6 Layer – Min .025” Max .250” 18 Layer – Min .093” Max .250”
 
*8 Layer – Min .031” Max .250” 20 Layer – Min .125” Max .250”
 
*10 Layer – Min .040” Max .250” 22 Layer – Min .125” Max .250”
 
*12 Layer – Min .047” Max .250” 24 Layer – Min .125” Max .250”
 
 
 
Please contact for more information on their PCB manufacturing capabilities.
 
 
 
in Phoenix, Arizona.
 
 
 
=== Sierra Proto Express ===
 
 
 
[http://protoexpress.com  Sierra Proto Express]
 
 
 
 
 
preferred:
 
10 mils min drill hole diameter
 
6 mil trace/space
 
 
 
Can go to 10 mil drill and 5 mil trace/space and still get "no touch" service (very modest price increase)
 
Also can do outlines with up to 16 edges.
 
 
 
Has free BetterDFM service to check a design before fabbing.
 
 
 
Has a "will-call" pickup option if you live in the SF Bay area.  This is nice because it cuts a day or two off your overall fab time
 
 
 
One disadvantage of Sierra "no-touch" is that they have a surcharge if you go over their hole density limit.  (haven't seen this with other fabs)
 
if you have more than 50 holes per square inch - their automated system doesn't let you place the order - you have to have someone manually add a $10 surcharge per board to continue.
 
 
 
=== Pad2Pad.com ===
 
 
 
[http://pad2pad.com/ Pad2Pad.com]
 
 
 
 
 
[http://pad2pad.com/company/mfg.htm capabilities:]
 
Preferred:
 
* .008" trace/space
 
* .020" Min drill hole diameter
 
* .006" Silk screen min line width
 
 
 
Minimum:
 
* .004" trace/space
 
* .010" Min drill hole diameter
 
 
 
Accepts Gerbers or files generated by their own freeware proprietary Pad2Pad layout software.
 
 
 
[https://ssl38.pair.com/users/pad2pad/pricing-order.html instant online quoting]
 
"Prices as low as $18.69 each (plus shipping) at qty 3.
 
The above is using our Proto Service for a 2" x 2", 1 oz, 062" thick, FR4, double sided, top white silk screen, green solder mask, plated thru holes .
 
Our Proto Service is only applicable for orders placed with the Pad2Pad software."
 
 
 
Also has assembly services.
 
 
 
=== Precision Technologies, Inc. - Eprotos.com ===
 
 
 
[http://www.eprotos.com/ Precision Technologies, Inc. - Eprotos.com]
 
 
 
Precision Technologies, Inc. - Eprotos.com
 
capabilities:
 
* 3/3mil trace/space
 
* 5.9/12 mil drilled hole/land
 
 
 
=== PCBWING Technology Co., Ltd. ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbwing.com/index.php?from=123 PCBWING Technology Co., Ltd.
 
 
 
Online PCB quote and order,any time!
 
As simple as buying a book!
 
 
 
High quality SMT stencil 400x300mm with a strong Aluminum Frame!
 
Just $36.92
 
 
 
=== UltimatePCB ===
 
 
 
[http://www.ultimatepcb.com/ UltimatePCB]
 
 
 
 
 
4-layer boards up to 30 sq in. with 7/7 are $210 for 5, including shipping. Turn time is about 10 days including DHL from China. Service is not as fast as bigger outfits like Advanced Circuits, but still fine.
 
 
 
=== BatchPCB ===
 
 
 
[http://www.batchpcb.com/ BatchPCB]
 
  
 
* $2.50 / square inch + $10 setup: double-sided with silk screen and solder mask on both side.
 
* $2.50 / square inch + $10 setup: double-sided with silk screen and solder mask on both side.
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Must use your own software to generate Gerber files.
 
Must use your own software to generate Gerber files.
 
Easy-to-use web ordering interface, but slow turnaround time -- sometimes 30 days.
 
Easy-to-use web ordering interface, but slow turnaround time -- sometimes 30 days.
 
Also, if you want, BatchPCB will sell more copies of your PCBs to anyone else that wants one.
 
And give you money.
 
Why wouldn't you want that?
 
  
 
Sparkfun forum: [http://forum.sparkfun.com/viewforum.php?f=16 PCB Deal Details]
 
Sparkfun forum: [http://forum.sparkfun.com/viewforum.php?f=16 PCB Deal Details]
  
BatchPCB in the news: [http://spectrum.ieee.org/geek-life/hands-on/build-a-customprinted-circuit-board/0 "Build a Custom-Printed Circuit Board"]
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=== [http://www.4pcb.com/ Advanced Circuits] ===
by James Turner. IEEE Spectrum, 2010-April
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Good online design rule checking, easy web ordering interface, and small standard trace/space tolerances. Students can order single PCB's for [http://www.33each.com/ $33 each].
 
 
Warning: We received wrong hole sizes in two orders, which BatchPCB would not acknowledge or correct even upon several emails containing very clear pictorial evidence of the error. This is very unsatisfactory.
 
=== DorkbotPDX PCB order ===
 
 
 
[http://dorkbotpdx.org/wiki/pcb_order DorkbotPDX PCB order]
 
is batching PCBs to get lower hobbyist friendly prices.
 
Although this was started primarily for the DorkbotPDX community, it's open to everyone now.
 
 
 
* $5 per square inch for three copies of your design. Shipping by US Mail is included, and there are no setup fees. International priority mail shipping is available for a flat rate of $15.
 
* 2 layer FR-4, 0.062" thick
 
* 6 mil minimum trace/space (0.006" 0.15 mm)
 
* 15 mil clearances from traces to the edge of the board
 
* 13 mil minimum drill size
 
* 7 mil minimum annular ring
 
* soldermask on both sides
 
* silkscreen on both sides.
 
"feel free to drop me an email. I love helping people with their designs." -- [http://pcb.laen.org Laen].
 
 
 
New URL:  [http://www.oshpark.com OSH Park]
 
 
 
 
 
=== High-Tech Proto ===
 
 
 
[http://www.hightechproto.com/ High-Tech Proto]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(This site is currently "retooling" for a new fab vendor)
 
 
 
* $15 per square inch for ten copies of your 2 layer design. USPS Shipping for $2, other faster options available. No setup charges.
 
* $20 per square inch for ten copies of your 4 layer design.
 
* $25 per square inch for ten copies of your 6 layer design.
 
* $30 per square inch for ten copies of your 8 layer design. 
 
* 2,4,6,8 layer FR-4, 0.062"/.039" thick
 
* 5 mil minimum trace/space (0.005" 0.125 mm) standard. Extra charges for 4 or 3.5 mil
 
* 20 mil clearances from traces to the edge of the board
 
* 8 mil minimum drill size, 6 and 4 mil for extra charge
 
* 6 mil minimum annular ring, 4 mil for extra charge
 
* soldermask on both sides
 
* silkscreen on top only. both sides for $10 flat rate charge
 
 
 
=== Fast Circuits Inc ===
 
 
 
[http://www.7pcbmanufacturing.com/ Fast Circuits Inc]
 
 
 
Fast Circuits is an electronic manufacturing and design services company providing circuit design, PCB layout, board fabrication, PCB assembly testing.
 
 
 
=== Screaming Circuits ===
 
 
 
[http://www.screamingcircuits.com/ Screaming Circuits]
 
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
 
 
=== Advanced Circuits ===
 
 
 
[http://www.4pcb.com/ Advanced Circuits]
 
 
 
 
 
Online design rule checking. Students can order single PCB's for [http://www.33each.com/ $33 each].
 
  
 
[http://petertodd.ca/tech/electronics/ Peter Todd] mentions "bare bones prototype: printed circuit boards" http://BareBonesPCB.com/ :
 
[http://petertodd.ca/tech/electronics/ Peter Todd] mentions "bare bones prototype: printed circuit boards" http://BareBonesPCB.com/ :
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* minimum pad size: 0.024" (minimum [http://www.4pcb.com/index.php?load=content&page_id=15 0.014" over finished hole size ])
 
* minimum pad size: 0.024" (minimum [http://www.4pcb.com/index.php?load=content&page_id=15 0.014" over finished hole size ])
  
=== Olimex ===
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=== [http://www.olimex.com/pcb/ Olimex] ===
 
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Bulgarian PCB manufacturer - $33 for a 6.3" by 3.9" board.  I.E. cheaper than BatchPCB, but with a minimum board size requirement, and a more complicated ordering process.
[http://www.olimex.com/pcb/ Olimex]
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''(shipping cost?)''
Bulgarian PCB manufacturer - 24 EUR (~$33) for a 6.3" by 3.9" board.  I.E. cheaper than BatchPCB, but with a minimum board size requirement, and a more complicated ordering process. - shipping cost +8.5 EUR(~$12) outside of europe.
 
 
 
They allow multiple designs per PCB, and will even panelize them for you.
 
  
 
[http://olimex.com/pcb/dfm.html preferred]:
 
[http://olimex.com/pcb/dfm.html preferred]:
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* minimum track/spaces: 0,203 mm (0,008")
 
* minimum track/spaces: 0,203 mm (0,008")
 
* minimum via hole size: ??? ; minimum via pad size: ???
 
* minimum via hole size: ??? ; minimum via pad size: ???
* using non-standard drill sizes
 
  
Olimex sponsors the
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=== [http://www.sunstone.com/ Sunstone Circuits] aka [http://www.pcb123.com/ PCB123] ===
[http://www.piclist.com/techref/piclist/pcbcontest.htm "PICList free PCB contest"]:
 
Every month Olimex sends a free board to the winner of that month's "open design hardware" contest.
 
"Tsvetan's idea is that this will encourage people to publish designs and get more good ideas out into the real world for everyone to see."
 
 
 
******* They are NOT accepting PCB manufacturing orders after September 2012 *******
 
 
 
=== Sunstone Circuits aka PCB123 ===
 
 
 
[http://www.sunstone.com/ Sunstone Circuits] aka [http://www.pcb123.com/ PCB123]
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
Sunstone Circuits offers three product lines:
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Sunstone Circuits
* PCB123
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Offers their own free (proprietary) schematic and PCB layout software -- easy to use, but you are locked into using their service.  Integration with ordering system simplifies the process of ordering boards.
* Quickturn
 
* Full-feature
 
  
Students, Professors and Teams qualify for substantial discounts
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preferred ("Q2") [http://www.sunstone.com/products-services.aspx capabilities]:
- [http://www.sunstone.com/Customer-solutions/sponsorships.aspx AcademicDiscounts] -
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* traces/spaces >=  mm (0.006") (the [http://www.sunstone.com/pcb-resources/Downloads.aspx Sunstone DFM rules] mention preferred width: 0.010", clearance 0.006")
 
 
- [http://www.sunstone.com/PCB123.aspx PCB123] -
 
 
 
Sunstone's own free (proprietary) schematic and PCB layout software -- easy to use, but you are locked into using their service unless you're willing to [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?3941-ExpressPCB-to-Gerber pay $60] for gerber files from them[http://archives.seul.org/geda/user/Jan-2009/msg00196.html].  Integration with ordering system simplifies the process of ordering boards.  Unrestricted design size, live quoting of diki-key parts within the bill of materials view.
 
 
 
- [http://www.sunstone.com/QuoteQt.aspx Quickturn] -
 
 
 
Fixed (fast) leadtimes with restricted [http://www.sunstone.com/products-services.aspx capabilities].  Double-sided (with or without soldermask), 4 layer and 6 layer fabrication:
 
 
 
* traces/spaces >=  mm (0.006") (the [http://www.sunstone.com/pcb-resources/Downloads.aspx Sunstone DFM rules] mention preferred width: 0.006", clearance 0.010")
 
 
* finished via hole size: mm (0.016") ; via pad size: 0.030"
 
* finished via hole size: mm (0.016") ; via pad size: 0.030"
 
* Pre-set finish drill sizes: .016, .020, .025, .029, .033, .036, .040, .043, .046, .053, .061, .067, .080, .087, .093, .100, .110, .125, .141, .151, .167, .193, .251
 
* Pre-set finish drill sizes: .016, .020, .025, .029, .033, .036, .040, .043, .046, .053, .061, .067, .080, .087, .093, .100, .110, .125, .141, .151, .167, .193, .251
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* 1-side Silkscreen
 
* 1-side Silkscreen
 
* instant online quote
 
* instant online quote
* open quantities from 1 to 100
 
 
* has "PCB123 - free PCB Design Software from Sunstone Circuits"
 
* has "PCB123 - free PCB Design Software from Sunstone Circuits"
  
 
extra cost:
 
extra cost:
 
* 2-side silkscreen
 
* 2-side silkscreen
 +
* minimum track/space: 0.005"
 +
* minimum via hole size: 0.008" ; minimum via pad size: ???
  
- [http://www.sunstone.com/QuoteFF.aspx Full-featured] -
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=== [http://www.pcbexpress.com/ PCBEXPRESS] ===
 
 
Wide range of capabilities, price depends on exact [http://www.sunstone.com/products-services.aspx specifications].  Instance online quote.
 
 
 
=== PCBexpress ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbexpress.com/ PCBexpress]
 
  
 
All orders submitted before noon ship the next day.  UPS ground shipping is free.  Since they are located in the Portland, OR area this means you can get a board overnight to most places in the Northwest US.   
 
All orders submitted before noon ship the next day.  UPS ground shipping is free.  Since they are located in the Portland, OR area this means you can get a board overnight to most places in the Northwest US.   
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Basic service is a two layer board routed to any size and shape. Two 9 sq inch boards for $63 (including shipping).  Soldermask and silkscreen doubles the price.
 
Basic service is a two layer board routed to any size and shape. Two 9 sq inch boards for $63 (including shipping).  Soldermask and silkscreen doubles the price.
  
EAGLE CAM export and design rule check scripts are provided.
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Eagle gerber conversion scripts are provided.
 
 
PCBexpress is apparently a division of Sunstone Circuits Quickturn service.
 
 
 
=== PCBFABEXPRESS ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbfabexpress.com/ PCBFABEXPRESS]
 
 
 
 
 
5 Boards for $60 ($12 ea. for 10 sq. inches) with a 5 day turn time.
 
  
=== AP Circuits ===
+
PCBEXPRESS is apparently a division of Sunstone Circuits.
 
 
[http://www.apcircuits.com AP Circuits]
 
  
 +
=== [http://www.pcbfabexpress.com/ PCBFABEXPRESS] ===
 +
5 Boards for $60 ($12 ea. for 10 sq. inches) with a 5 day turn time. Good quality work, but turn times can be delayed if you have to correct any issues that don't meet their specs.
  
 +
=== [http://www.apcircuits.com AP Circuits] ===
 
'''2 boards, 2 layers next day shipping for as low as 7.95 each.''' or '''2 boards, 2 layers, 2 solder masks and legend one side for as low as 9.95 each. 3 Day Service'''  
 
'''2 boards, 2 layers next day shipping for as low as 7.95 each.''' or '''2 boards, 2 layers, 2 solder masks and legend one side for as low as 9.95 each. 3 Day Service'''  
  
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Instructions for creating Gerber and NC output from many popular PCB programs are also on this site.
 
Instructions for creating Gerber and NC output from many popular PCB programs are also on this site.
=== E-TekNet ===
 
  
[http://www.e-teknet.com/ E-TekNet]
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=== [http://www.e-teknet.com/ E-TekNet] ===
4 2 layer boards for $19.89 each. Great prices for production board runs. Helpful staff.
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4 2 layer boards for $18.99 each. Great prices for production board runs. Helpful staff.
  
 
preferred: ''(FIXME:)''
 
preferred: ''(FIXME:)''
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* minimum 0.004" (0.1 mm) trace/space
 
* minimum 0.004" (0.1 mm) trace/space
 
* minimum finished hole size: 0.008" (0.2 mm)
 
* minimum finished hole size: 0.008" (0.2 mm)
* Very low cost quick turn proto promo prices too
 
 
=== ExpressPCB ===
 
 
[http://www.expressPCB.com/ ExpressPCB]
 
 
Free proprietary schematic and layout software, used for all board services (like PCB123). Simplifies the process of getting a board done and out, by vertically integrating the design and production flow. Fewer options and less power, but fewer ways to screw up.
 
*Good deal on small prototypes: Mini-Board Service (3 identical boards, 2.5" X 3.8", doublesided, plated through, no silkscreen or soldermask) is priced well at $51 total, plus $10 shipping.  Orders placed by 2PM ET ship the next business day by 2nd Day Air.
 
*Capabilities(inches) [http://www.expresspcb.com/ExpressPCBHtm/SpecsProduction.htm Production]: Minimum trace width: 0.006".  Minimum clearance: 0.006", preferred 0.010" . Perimeter clearance: 0.015", suggested 0.025". Holes - 23 sizes: 0.014"(via only), 0.020" - 0.251". Minimum Hole Spacing: 0.021" between edges.  Vias/holes: 0.031"/0.014" -0.115"/0.052" . Pads/holes(round/square): 0.041"/.020" - 0.450"/0.251" . SMT: 0.010"x.070" - 0.420"x0.420" BGA: 0.012" - 0.020" .
 
*Software features: SCH netchecks. PCB imports PADS netlists, and illuminates nets nodes to assist in connection. Built-in updated price quotes for all offered board services. Copy to clipboard available for schematic & silkscreen+pads(layers must be screen-captured.) Pretty good selection of components, pads, symbols, for free.
 
*Notes: No Gerber support. Primitive single-level undo/redo. No PCB footprint selection/placement wizard from SCH info. No autorouting. SCH generates BOM, but PCB can't back-annotate (frustrating because most PCB footprints have Digikey part#s.) No net-based vendor integration. No scripting or plugins integration.  Not enough keyboard shortcuts, uneditable.
 
*Review: The company is responsive and responsible. The Mini-Board service is addictively cheap and fast, and the other proto and production services are good, if not the cheapest option. Board quality is high; fine traces held up perfectly.  The software is stable and simple, but tedious work for high parts-count or high-density boards. 
 
*Conclusion: The sweet spot for ExpressPCB is sparse, simple, quickly-designed boards, at low and very high quantities. At any other density or complexity, might as well learn and use Eagle or KiCAD.
 
 
=== PCBCART ===
 
 
[http://pcbcart.com/ PCBCART]
 
  
 +
=== [http://www.expressPCB.com/ ExpressPCB] ===
 +
Similar to PCB123, in that they have free propietary schematic and layout software, but their Mini-Board service (3 identical boards, 2.5" X 3.8", no silkscreen) is priced well at $51 total, which includes shipping.  If you need small boards quickly, this is a good choice, since they ship the next business day.
  
Turnaround ~8days + shipping, instant online quotes. $30 tooling fee, under $2/sq in.
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=== [http://pcbcart.com/ PCBCART] ===
=== Speedy PCB Prototype ===
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Fast turnaround (~8days + shipping), instant online quotes. $30 tooling fee, under $2/sq in.
  
[http://www.speedypcb.com/ Speedy PCB Prototype]
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=== [http://www.speedypcb.com/ Speedy PCB Prototype] ===
 
No minimum order, $9.9 for protos, no extra charge for soldermask, silkscreen, E-testing, very low price on 2, 4, 6 layers.
 
No minimum order, $9.9 for protos, no extra charge for soldermask, silkscreen, E-testing, very low price on 2, 4, 6 layers.
  
=== AUSPI PCB ===
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=== [http://www.yongxinya.com/en/about.asp YongXinYaPCB] ===
 +
quick turn prototype and vol production choice, based in CN, price competitive while quality guarantee, contact for more detail: georgehgm@gmail.com
  
[http://www.auspienterprises.com AUSPI PCB]
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=== [http://rocacircuits.com/ Roca Printed Circuits] ===
  
Step into China!
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''(FIXME:)''
  
online quote and track system.
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=== [http://www.pcb4u.com/ Accutrace] ===
  
Sales:  
+
''(FIXME:)''
leonx@pwb.com.cn
 
, yukiw@auspienterprises.com
 
  
=== Roca Printed Circuits ===
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=== [http://ourpcb.com/ OurPCB] ===
[http://rocacircuits.com/ Roca Printed Circuits]
 
  
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
 +
[http://ourpcb.com/price.php prototype prices]: 3 small 2 sided prototype boards for a total of $54 + $22 shipping.
  
=== Bilex LP ===
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=== [http://pcb-pool.com/ppus/info.html PCB-POOL] ===
 
 
[http://www.bilex-lp.com/ Bilex LP]
 
 
 
[https://vidikhd.top/film/ VIDIKHD]
 
 
 
Also offer assembly in THT and SMT.
 
 
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
=== Accutrace (pcb4u) ===
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=== [http://pcbpro.com/ PCBpro] ===
 
 
[http://www.pcb4u.com/ Accutrace (pcb4u)]
 
 
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
=== OurPCB ===
 
 
[http://ourpcb.com/ OurPCB]
 
 
[http://ourpcb.com/pcb-price.htm prototype prices]:
 
* 3 10 sq. in. 2 sided prototype boards for a total of $54 + $22 shipping.
 
* 10 10 sq. in. 2 sided prototype boards for a total of $64 + $30 shipping.
 
  
*  Layer counts: 2-28 layers
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=== [http://custompcb.com/ Custom PCB] ===
*  Finished Copper Thickness: 0.5-5 OZ
 
*  Finished Board Thickness: 0.2-6.0mm
 
*  Min. Line/Track Width: 4mil
 
*  Min. Line/Track Space: 4mil
 
*  Min. Solder Mask Bridge: 4mil (Min. SMT Pad Space 8mil)
 
*  Min. Legend(Silkscreen) Track Width: 5mil
 
*  Min. Legend(Silkscreen) Height: 30mil
 
*  Min. drilling slot size: 0.6mm
 
 
 
=== PCB-POOL ===
 
 
 
[http://pcb-pool.com/ppus/info.html PCB-POOL]
 
 
 
Homepage: http://www.pcb-pool.com/
 
 
 
* Min. track/gap 5mil
 
* Min. drill size 8mil
 
* Online price calculation
 
* Ideal for single prototypes and small series
 
* Very good quality
 
* Deliverytime from 8 hours
 
* Free stencil with every prototype order
 
* Offer also assembly for prototypes
 
* Free Layout Software TARGET PCB-POOL Edition
 
 
 
=== PCBpro ===
 
 
 
[http://pcbpro.com/ PCBpro]
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
=== PCB panel optimizer ===
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=== [http://myropcb.com/ Myro PCB] ===
 
 
[http://golabo.com/en/documentation/panel-optimiser/ PCB panel optimizer]
 
 
 
 
 
By manufacturing printed circuit boards that meet the highest standards of quality, Labo Circuits plays a role in the development of many companies in such fields as transportation, aerospace, high-end electronic equipment, audiovisual, electricity distribution, etc.
 
Golabo.com provides an efficient tool to optimize Printed Circuit Board [http://golabo.com/en/documentation/panel-optimiser/ here]
 
 
 
=== Rush Circuit Technologies ===
 
 
 
[http://rctec.co.uk/ Rush Circuit Technologies]
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
[http://www.rushpcb.co.uk/ Rush PCB Uk]
+
[http://myropcb.com/fab.html capabilities]:
[http://www.rushpcb.com/ Rush PCB USA]
 
 
 
=== Quick-teck PCBs ===
 
  
[http://www.quick-teck.co.uk Quick-teck PCBs]
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4 small (max. 30 sq. inch) 2 sided prototype boards for a total of
 +
$80 + $35 shipping
  
http://www.quick-teck.co.uk
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* Min. track/space 0.015 mm (0.006"). ''(This looks like a typo -- is it really 0.15 mm ?)''
[http://www.quick-teck.co.uk Homepage:]
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* 0.35 mm via hole (0.014")
[http://www.quick-teck.co.uk/onlinequote/onlinequote.php Online quote]
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* 0.32 mm inner clearance (0.013").
[http://www.quick-teck.co.uk/contactus/testimonial/index.php Customer Testimonial:]
 
  
Base in Hertfordshire, Quick-teck specialize in electronic design, PCB manufacture, PCB assembly, and component sourcing services.
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=== [http://www.pcbnet.com/ Imagineering, Inc.] ===
 
 
£88 for 10 of 100*100mm double side FR4 PCBs from Quick-teck PCBs.
 
=== Imagineering, Inc. ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbnet.com/ Imagineering, Inc.]
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
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* instant online quote
 
* instant online quote
  
=== Onboard Circuits ===
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=== [http://www.onboardcircuits.com/ Onboard Circuits] ===
 
 
[http://www.onboardcircuits.com/ Onboard Circuits]
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
OnBoardCircuits.com [http://www.onboardcircuits.com printed circuit boards]:
+
[http://www.onboardcircuits.com printed circuit boards]:
 
 
capabilities:
 
* __ trace/space ''(FIXME)''
 
  
=== GC Aero ===
+
*Accurate, Fast PCB Quotes. OnBoardCircuits.com is the easiest Printed Circuit Board PCB quote site on the internet. We strive to make your purchasing process simple. From quick-turn prototype and ramp-to-volume production boards to full-scale production printed circuit boards, every phase is monitored and managed by highly qualified professionals.
  
[http://www.gcaero.com/ GC Aero]
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=== [http://www.gcaero.com/ GC Aero] ===
  
 
[http://www.gcaero.com/htm/capabilities.htm capabilities:]
 
[http://www.gcaero.com/htm/capabilities.htm capabilities:]
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"GC Aero specializes in the design and manufacture of flexible circuits and completed assemblies."
 
"GC Aero specializes in the design and manufacture of flexible circuits and completed assemblies."
  
=== Minco ===
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=== [http://www.minco.com/products/flex.aspx Minco] ===
 
 
[http://www.minco.com/products/flex.aspx Minco]
 
  
 
[http://www.minco.com/products/flex.aspx?id=112 capabilities:]
 
[http://www.minco.com/products/flex.aspx?id=112 capabilities:]
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"Minco has the ability to wind flat inductive coils and laminate them within flex circuits."
 
"Minco has the ability to wind flat inductive coils and laminate them within flex circuits."
  
=== Uniflex Circuits ===
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=== [http://www.uniflexcircuits.com/ Uniflex Circuits] ===
 
 
[http://www.uniflexcircuits.com/ Uniflex Circuits]
 
 
 
 
''(FIXME:)''
 
''(FIXME:)''
  
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* minimum pad size: 0.038" (calculated from min drill size + 2*annular ring)
 
* minimum pad size: 0.038" (calculated from min drill size + 2*annular ring)
  
=== Printed Wiring Technologies Ltd ===
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=== [http://pwtpcbs.com/ Printed Wiring Technologies Ltd] ===
 
 
[http://pwtpcbs.com/ Printed Wiring Technologies Ltd]
 
  
 
[http://www.pwtpcbs.com/pwt/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14 capabilities:]
 
[http://www.pwtpcbs.com/pwt/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14 capabilities:]
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* Minimum Inner Clearance: 0.216mm (8.5thou)
 
* Minimum Inner Clearance: 0.216mm (8.5thou)
  
=== ShenZhen2U ===
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=== [http://www.seeedstudio.com/depot/pcba-service-c-12.html Seeed Studio] ===
  
[http://www.shenzhen2u.com/PCB ShenZhen2U]
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Hobbyists created studio with PCB/PCBA services, they have outstanding communication among Chinese. They have some $10 offer for rather small board and $89 for combined designs. A very good alternative if you don't need it in a rush, or in large volume. Eagle files are accepted too.
 +
[http://www.seeedstudio.com/blog/?p=22 "An idea about open source PCBs"].
  
 +
[http://www.seeedstudio.com/depot/domino-pcb-service-cost-per-sqcm-p-68.html DOMINO PCB service]:
 +
$49 + $0.12 per sq.cm, .
 +
2 layers, silk screen both sides, soldermask both sides, free shipping.
  
* PCB Prototyping service in Shenzhen China
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[http://www.seeedstudio.com/depot/propaganda-pcb-service-for-open-source-works-p-111.html Propaganda - PCB service for open source works]:
* 10pcs 5x5cm 2 Layers just $9.9
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$30 per board, qty 5, max 10cm*10cm each.
* 10pcs 10x10cm 2 Layers just $11.9
+
2 layers, silk screen both sides, soldermask both sides, +shipping (?) -- must be open-source and allow seeedstudio to offer the boards to others.
* 10pcs 10x10cm 4 Layers just $49
 
* Instantly Online price quote without register
 
  
=== Seeed Studio ===
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== Other fab lists ==
 
 
[http://www.seeedstudio.com/depot/pcba-service-c-12.html Seeed Studio]
 
 
 
Hobbyists created studio with PCB/PCBA services, they have outstanding communication among Chinese. They have some $10 offer for rather small board (5x5cm) or $25 for 10x10cm. A very good alternative if you don't need it in a rush, or in large volume. Eagle files are accepted too.
 
 
 
They started out with interesting ideas about open sourcing designs and them distributing the bare boards to other hobbyists: [http://www.seeedstudio.com/blog/?p=22 "An idea about open source PCBs"], but this service has stopped.
 
=== MicroConnex ===
 
 
 
[http://www.microconnex.com/ MicroConnex]
 
 
 
[http://www.microconnex.com/ MicroConnex]
 
fabricates flex circuits including [http://www.microconnex.com/thin_film.html strain gauges].
 
 
 
[http://www.microconnex.com/flex_capabilities.pdf capabilities]:
 
 
 
* ...
 
 
 
=== Circuits Unlimited ===
 
 
 
[http://www.circuitsunlimited.com/index.html Circuits Unlimited]
 
Circuits Unlimited Inc.
 
 
 
"Flexible circuit design, manufacturing, and assembly"
 
 
 
[http://www.cuflex.com/ capabilities]:
 
[http://www.flexiblecircuitry.com/ capabilities]:
 
 
 
preferred:
 
 
 
single sided flex:
 
12x12 panels 1oz copper with .001 Kapton on both sides.
 
All solder pads on same side.
 
Plating: HASL over all exposed copper.
 
Stiffeners: 1 Kapton stiffener (.005 Kapton) and 1 FR4 stiffener PER design.
 
 
 
double-sided flex:
 
12x12 panels 1oz copper, 2 sides, with .001 Kapton on both sides.
 
Plating: HASL over all exposed copper. Gold available at extra cost
 
Stiffeners: 1 Kapton stiffener (.005 Kapton) and 1 FR4 stiffener PER design.
 
 
 
"Summer Special":
 
"$900.00 is the starting price for single and double sided flexible circuit designs."
 
 
 
=== Spirit Circuits ===
 
 
 
[http://www.spiritcircuits.com/ Spirit Circuits]
 
 
 
http://www.spiritcircuits.com/
 
 
 
http://www.pcbsnap.com/
 
 
 
Offers free "[http://www.spiritcircuits.co.uk/services/go-naked Naked PCB]", a tracks and holes only prototype.
 
 
 
[http://www.spiritcircuits.co.uk/capabilities.aspx capabilities:]
 
preferred:
 
* FR4
 
* Minimum Track & Gap: 0.10 mm == 0.004" (with 18 µm == 1/2 ounce copper)
 
* Minimum Hole: 0.20 mm == 0.008"
 
* Minimum Annular Ring: 0.10 mm == 0.004" (with 18 µm == 1/2 ounce copper)
 
* minimum solder mask dam: 0.075 mm == 0.003"
 
* silkscreen ident/legend: 0.15 mm/0.15 mm feature/clearance == 0.006"/0.006"
 
* Copper to unconnected drill hole: 0.30 mm minimum == 0.012" (?)
 
 
 
minimum: ???
 
 
 
=== Gold Phoenix PCB ===
 
 
 
[http://www.goldphoenixpcb.biz/ Gold Phoenix PCB]
 
 
 
http://www.goldphoenixpcb.biz/
 
 
 
BatchPCB aggregates designs into panels and ships them to GoldPhoenix to be made; they use GP's base specs and add a bottom silkscreen.
 
 
 
[http://www.goldphoenixpcb.biz/special_price.php capabilities:]
 
preferred:
 
* FR4 0.062", 1OZ copper
 
* Minimum Track & Gap: 0.007"
 
* Minimum Hole: 0.015"
 
* Green solder mask, white silkscreen (one side)
 
* Free Step & repeat, V-scoring
 
* As many of your design as will fit into 1000 CM Sq for $99, including shipping to North America
 
 
 
All specs may be dropped down to the below ratings, for an additional fee -- this can end up costing more than the "normal" panel itself!
 
 
 
Limits:
 
* 6oz copper
 
* 4mil spacing (track & gap)
 
* 8 mil minimum hole
 
* two-side silkscreen
 
* FR4 0.024" - 0.118"
 
* 0.8mm "Rogers 4350B" (flexible PCB)
 
* Colored soldermask or silkscreen
 
 
 
=== PCB International ===
 
 
 
[http://www.pcbinternational.com/ PCB International]
 
 
 
 
 
http://www.pcbinternational.com
 
 
 
Prototype Specials
 
 
 
2 Layer 100 square inches starting at $94.99   
 
4 Layer 100 square inches starting at $179.99
 
6 Layer 100 square inches starting at $299.99 
 
 
 
All standard Specs Included:
 
 
 
Free Tooling
 
Free E-test
 
5/5 (mil) Trace/Space
 
Minimum drill (12-mil)
 
Solder Mask (yellow, red, blue, green)
 
Silk Screen - 2 sides
 
Silk Screen (red, black, yellow, white)
 
HASL Free Finish
 
 
 
=== JET Technologies, Inc ===
 
 
 
[http://www.gojet.com JET Technologies, Inc]
 
 
 
http://www.gojet.com/Protos.aspx
 
 
 
JET Technologies has a simple prototyping service for a flat fee of $59.95 + shipping, which will buy up to 50 square inches of circuitboard.
 
 
 
Prototype specs:
 
* FR4 0.062", 1 or 2 oz copper
 
* Green solder mask, one or both sides
 
* White silkscreen, one or both sides
 
* Lead or lead-free HASL
 
* No shape restrictions
 
* 3 working day production time
 
 
 
Capabilities:
 
* 0.005" line width/space
 
* 0.010" minimum drill size
 
 
 
Prototyping service does not include any manner of panelizing. The only post-submittal processing the Gerbers will receive is a basic DRC, mainly for things like silkscreen on pads (overlap will be removed automatically). Panelizing to fill out the 50sq-in board must be done prior to sending Gerbers. Jet will only route out the perimeter shape of the panel, and they do not score the boards, so separating out the individual boards must be done afterward by the purchaser. However, the perimeter can be nearly any shape, as long as it stays within the 50sq-in restriction.
 
 
 
 
 
=== International Circuits Inc. ===
 
 
 
[http://www.internationalcircuits.com/ International Circuits Inc.]
 
 
 
Also makes flex and aluminum PCBs.
 
 
 
International Circuits sample prototype pricing:
 
 
 
2 layer 100 square inches starting at $95.00<br>
 
* 4 layer 100 square inches starting at $200.00
 
* 6 layer 100 square inches starting at $330.00
 
* 8 layer 100 square inches starting at $550.00
 
 
 
standard Specs Included:
 
* Free Tooling, Free E-test
 
<br> 5/5 (mil) Trace/Space
 
* Minimum drill (12-mil)
 
* Double Sided Solder Mask (yellow, red, blue, green)
 
* Double Sided Silk Screen(red, black, yellow, white)
 
* HASL Free Finish
 
 
 
http://www.internationalcircuits.com
 
 
 
 
 
=== LEF Electronics Co ===
 
 
 
LEF Electronics Co.,Limited is PCB(printed circuit boards) manufacturer from China.
 
high TG boards,thick copper boards,blind and buried vias boards,high frequency boards,HDI boards ,flex boards,flex-rigid boards.
 
FR4 PCBs and Aluminum PCBs.
 
 
 
=== San Francisco Circuits PCB Manufacturing ===
 
 
 
[https://www.sfcircuits.com San Francisco Circuits PCB Manufacturing]
 
 
 
- Rigid-Flex PCBs & [https://www.sfcircuits.com/pcb-production-capabilities/flex-pcbs Flex PCBs]<br>
 
- HDI Circuits<br>
 
- [https://www.sfcircuits.com/pcb-production-capabilities/pcb-assembly PCB Assembly]<br>
 
- 1 to 40+ layer boards<br>
 
- 3 mil minimum Trace & Space<br><br>
 
 
 
 
 
[https://www.sfcircuits.com/get-a-pcb-quote online PCB quote]
 
 
 
[https://www.sfcircuits.com/pcb-production-capabilities San Francisco Circuits PCB production capabilities]:
 
 
 
=== Optimatech ===
 
 
 
Optimatech
 
[http://www.optimatech.net/ Printed Circuit Board]
 
 
 
preferred:
 
* __ trace/space ''(FIXME)''
 
 
 
[http://www.optimatech.net/downloads/pcbbrochure(10-10).pdf capabilities]:
 
* __ trace/space ''(FIXME)''
 
  
=== ControlTek ===
 
  
[http://www.controltek.com ControlTek]
 
 
[http://www.controltek.com/capabilities]:
 
* __ trace/space ''(FIXME)''
 
 
Also does PCB design, PCB assembly.
 
 
 
=== Advanced Assembly ===
 
 
[http://www.aapcb.com/Capabilities.asp capabilities:]
 
* Passives Down to 0201 Size
 
* Fine Pitch to 08 Mils
 
 
''(Apparently AAPCB doesn't do PCB fabrication, only the SMT and through-hole assembly that comes afterwards.''
 
''Is there a better page for such companies?)''
 
 
=== Jackaltac ===
 
 
[http://www.jackaltac.com/ Jackaltac]
 
 
Homepage: http://www.jackaltac.com/
 
 
PCBs affordable for Hobbyists, Students, Semi-professionals, Spark-funners and others. An extreme simple Pool with only one type of PCB and only one delivery time. A strict “no frills” policy with no telephone lines, only one language on the website, no brochures and standard shipping packages, keeping the costs down
 
 
=== Futurlec ===
 
 
[http://www.futurlec.com/PCBService.shtml Futurlec]
 
 
[http://www.futurlec.com/PCBTechnical.shtml capabilities:]
 
 
preferred:
 
?
 
 
minimum:
 
* 10 mil line/gap
 
* 0.6 mm minimum final finished hole size
 
* minimum pad size: Hole Size + 20 mil
 
* minimum via: 40 mil pad with 20 mil hole
 
* double-sided board
 
 
[http://www.futurlec.com/PCBService.shtml online quotation]
 
 
Futurlec also does board assembly.
 
 
=== Precision Circuits of San Diego ===
 
 
[http://www.precisionpcbs.com/ Precision Circuits of San Diego]
 
 
Specializing in "heavy copper" PCBs (up to 8 ounce outer layers, up to 6 ounce inner ground plane). (How does this compare to "aluminum metal substrate" PCBs?)
 
Has a [http://www.precisionpcbs.com/pcb-for-newbies.html nice overview of the PCB manufacturing process].
 
[http://www.precisionpcbs.com/capabilities.html capabilities:] and [http://www.precisionpcbs.com/tolerances.html tolerances:]
 
 
preferred:
 
* Silkscreen ( Legend ) Standard minimum line width: 0.005"
 
 
minimum:
 
* 0.004" minimum trace/space on outer 1 oz. layers
 
* 0.007" minimum trace/space on outer 3 oz. layers
 
* 0.010" minimum clearance on inner layers
 
* 0.009" minimum finished hole size with 0.062" PCB
 
* 0.015" minimum finished hole size with thicker PCBs
 
* 0.014" minimum Copper to Edge of Printed Circuit Board clearance (routed)
 
* 0.019" minimum Copper to Edge of Printed Circuit Board clearance (scored)
 
* "Please allow .125" spacing between individuals boards if you provide the panelization."
 
* minimum pad diameter: hole diameter + 0.010"
 
* minimum via size: I guess 0.009" + 0.010" = 0.019" ?
 
 
Precision Circuits also does PCB layout and PCB board assembly.
 
 
=== PCBGeek (Ningbo) ===
 
 
[http://www.pcbgeek.com/ PCBGeek (Ningbo)]
 
 
[http://www.pcbgeek.com/ capabilities]:
 
* 0.008" minimum trace/space
 
* ''(FIXME)''
 
 
PCBGeek also does SMT PCB board assembly.
 
 
=== Clicktouch Inc. ===
 
 
[http://www.clicktouchamerica.com/ Clicktouch Inc.]
 
 
* Highly compatible with PCB, the manufacturer does [http://www.clicktouchamerica.com/products/membrane-switches/keypads-brief-history/ membrane switches] and graphic overlays
 
 
=== A-Flex ===
 
 
[http://www.a-flex.com/printed-circuit-board-manufacturing.html A-Flex]
 
 
flex circuit [http://www.a-flex.com/Flexible.html capabilities:]
 
 
* Multilayer flex circuit
 
* Rigid-Flex
 
* Thickness of Double-Sided : 0.2mm
 
* Smallest P.T.H. Hole : 0.2mm
 
* Line Width & Spacing : 6/4 mil
 
 
=== Aurora Circuits ===
 
 
[http://www.auroracircuits.com/ Aurora Circuits]
 
 
=== Epec Engineered Technologies ===
 
 
Makes:
 
PCBs
 
- flex and rigid-flex circuits
 
- membrane switches
 
- custom battery packs
 
- rubber keypads
 
- touch panels, graphic overlays, and other user-interface products
 
 
Features:
 
Online rigid PCB quoting tool, InstantPCBQuote - http://www.instantPCBquote.com/
 
Online flex PCB quoting tool, InstantFLEXQuote - http://www.instantflexquote.com/
 
Online promotions - http://www.instantpcbquote.com/online-promo/promo.html
 
 
 
[http://www.epectec.com website:]
 
[http://www.epectec.com/guides/index.html capabilities:]
 
[http://www.instantpcbquote.com/online-pcb/pcb-prototypes.html prototypes:]
 
 
...
 
 
=== Kara Electronic ===
 
 
http://www.fms-model.com/
 
[http://www.karapcb.com Homepage:]
 
[https://www.berrysfashionhair.com/ Contact Us:]
 
[http://karapcb.com/order Online Order:]
 
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PCB & PCBA Manufacturing Services
 
 
*Single Side PCB [http://karapcb.com/Product]
 
*Double Side PCB [http://karapcb.com/Product]
 
*Multi Layer PCB [http://karapcb.com/Product]
 
*Aluminium PCB [http://karapcb.com/Product]
 
 
*[http://karapcb.com/order Educational blog:]
 
*Phone: +98 2177880526 | +98 21 77881492 | +98 21 77887153
 
 
=== Cirexx International Inc. ===
 
 
Cirexx International
 
[http://www.cirexx.com/product/pcb-fabrication/ capabilities:]
 
 
Standard producibility (for FR4 and flex circuits):
 
* 0.003 inch track/gap (apparently on 1/4 ounce copper?)
 
* 0.006 inch minimum drill size
 
* drill size + 0.010 inch : minimum pad size
 
* (Does that implies minimum via has 0.016 inch pad?)
 
* 0.015 inch minimum minimum distance for ground plane clearance
 
* Copper weight: 0.25 oz, 0.5 oz, 1.0 oz, 2.0 oz.
 
 
also does
 
flex circuits
 
and
 
PCB assembly
 
 
=== NexPCB ===
 
[http://www.nexpcb.com/ NexPCB] focuses on SMEs' supply chain management demand, Excellent layout design,
 
Fast Printed Circuit Board and PCBA prototype manufacture, Top Quality Control.
 
 
 
[http://www.nexpcb.com/pages/services Services:]:
 
 
* PCB Layout
 
* PCB Fabrication
 
* [http://www.nexpcb.com/collections/pcba-turnkey-solution One Stop PCB Assembly Services]
 
* Refer to [http://www.nexpcb.com/pages/capabilities Capabilities]
 
* Refer to [http://www.lanavape.com Lanavape]
 
* Refer to [http://www.sebart-store.com Sebart RC Store]
 
 
=== East End Assemblies Inc. ===
 
 
[https://eastendassemblies.com/ East End Assemblies]
 
 
'''Services'''
 
* [https://eastendassemblies.com/services/surface-mount-assemblies/ SMT Assemblies]
 
* [https://eastendassemblies.com/services/prototypes/ PCB Prototypes]
 
* [https://www.vaalvape.com/ Vaalvape E cigarette US store]
 
* [https://www.myvapormy.com/ Myvapor E cigarette Malaysia]
 
* [https://www.hsd-jet.com/ HSD JET Store]
 
* [https://cncpartsxtj.com/.com/ CNC Parts factory]
 
* [https://eastendassemblies.com/services/cable-harness-fabrication/ Cable And Harness Fabrication]
 
 
'''Industries Served'''
 
There are no restrictions for any industry. The huge experience of the company ranges from work the Automotive up to the Military industry. Excellent quality and fast turnaround is what drives East End Assemblies to the front.
 
 
== Other fab lists ==
 
  
 
Other web sites with a short list of recommendations:
 
Other web sites with a short list of recommendations:
 
* [http://www.electricstuff.co.uk/pcbs.html "How to make really really good homemade PCBs"] by Mike Harrison 2007
 
* [http://www.electricstuff.co.uk/pcbs.html "How to make really really good homemade PCBs"] by Mike Harrison 2007
 
* [http://diydrones.com/profiles/blog/show?id=705844%3ABlogPost%3A30196 "PCB fabbing advice"] by Chris Anderson 2008
 
* [http://diydrones.com/profiles/blog/show?id=705844%3ABlogPost%3A30196 "PCB fabbing advice"] by Chris Anderson 2008
* [http://forum.sparkfun.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=11813 "The dilemmas of prototyping PCB's"] at the Sparkfun forums
 
* [http://mightyohm.com/wiki/resources:pcb mightyohm.com wiki: PCB Manufacturers]
 
* [http://www.pcbfabricationtutorial.com "PCB fabrication tutorial"] by Jianyi Liu (engscope)
 
  
 
Other web sites with long lists of PWB fabricators:
 
Other web sites with long lists of PWB fabricators:
https://www.arrows-hobby.net
 
https://www.keruistore.com
 
https://www.fms-model.com
 
https://www.asecam.net
 
https://www.hobbystar.net
 
https://www.atten-store.com
 
https://www.luotian123.com
 
https://www.hobbymaster-store.com
 
https://www.qx-motor.com
 
https://www.bluetoothabc.com
 
 
* http://massmind.org/techref/pcbfabs.htm
 
* http://massmind.org/techref/pcbfabs.htm
* https://www.xfly-store.com
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* http://dmoz.org/Business/Electronics_and_Electrical/Contract_Manufacturing/Printed_Circuit_Boards/
* [http://chiphacker.com/questions/3760/moderately-priced-6-layer-pcb-fab Chiphacker: moderately priced 6-layer PCB fab?]
 
* [http://chiphacker.com/questions/1893/cheap-pcb-manufacture Chiphacker: Cheap PCB manufacture]
 
* [http://digital-diy.com/General-Electronics/pcb-fabrication-sources.html Jon Chandler : PCB Fabrication Sources]
 
* [http://www.eeweb.com/electronics-forum/cheap-prototype-pcb-boards1 EEWeb: "prototype PCB boards?"]
 
* [https://www.faruvclite.com/ EEWeb: "Far UVC Lamp"]
 
* [https://www.berrysfashionhair.com/ Hair: "Fashion hair store"]
 
* Everything PCB: "Printed Circuit Board Manufacturers"[http://www.everythingpcb.com/p13057.htm]
 
* PSoCDeveloper: "Cheap PCB places"[http://www.psocdeveloper.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=44&t=5686]
 
* https://www.wellerpcb.com
 
 
 
Other web sites with lists of assembly houses:
 
* DesignSpark: "Who Builds YOUR boards?" [http://www.designspark.com/content/who-builds-your-boards]
 
 
 
=== LZJPCB ===
 
[http://www.lzjpcb.com/ china pcb assembly]
 
[http://www.fmsmodel.co.uk/ FMS UK Store]
 
[https://www.cncpartsxtj.com/ FMS UK Store]
 
PCB & PCBA One-Stop Intelligent Manufacturer
 
 
 
Shenzhen PCB ELECTRONICS LTD, founded in 2006, is a proficient PCB&PCBA manufacturer as a National High-Tech Enterprise. Based on our PCB factory in Huizhou, Guangdong, we produce 1-40L PCB precisely and densely. Along with our 6 SMT lines, we are remarkable in PCBA among vast territory. Focus on domestic and overseas, our products have been promoted to over 30 countries and areas, and accumulated rich experience in various industries including but not limited to Telecommunication, 5G, IoT, Medical, Industrial Control, Automotive, Instrumentation, aviation and defence.
 
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=== XTJ’s  Manufacturing Services ===
 
[https://cncpartsxtj.com/ china CNC assembly]
 
[http://www.fmsmodel.co.uk/ FMS UK Store]
 
PCB & PCBA One-Stop Intelligent Manufacturer
 
 
 
XXTJ CNC Manufacture was founded in 2005. With over 16 years of accumulated experience and continuous improvement of quality control, XTJ has grown up from a small prototype house to a worldwide company that can provide full service from High Precision CNC machining, Rapid Prototyping, and Rapid Tooling, to Volume Production for custom plastic or metal parts and assembly.
 
 
 
We are ISO9001 & ISO14001 certified, and awarded a Silver Medal in the globally-recognized EcoVadis 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
 
  
Our engineers’ team uses advanced equipment and cutting-edge techniques to turn your designs into reality quickly, accurately, and as cost-effectively as possible. You design it and we machine it.
 
 
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