Author Archives: WorkingBear


Oct11
Do PCB Designs Require Reserving Board Edges and Grooves for Routers De-Paneling Machines?

post on October 11, 2023

A while back, a netizen asked how the Router de-panel machine cuts PCB panels and whether there’s a need to reserve board edges (break-away) for the Router machine in PCB design. Upon careful consideration, I thought my previous answer might … Continue reading →

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Oct04
How to Evaluate the Risk and Probability of Electronic Components Not Falling Off during SMT Second Reflow

post on October 4, 2023

PCB assembly through SMT double-sided reflow soldering has become the mainstream process in contemporary electronic manufacturing. However, occasionally, many individuals inquire, “Is there a method to proactively determine, or is there any calculation formula to predict the risk or rate … Continue reading →

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Sep27
What Is Router Cutting for PCB Depaneling? Advantages and Disadvantages Explained

post on September 27, 2023

There are several methods to cut and separate pre-panelized PCBs into individual boards, and one commonly adopted approach for thin and finely dimensioned mobile phone PCBs is using a Router Cutting Machine. It offers numerous advantages over V-Cut scoring machines, … Continue reading →

Manufacture, PCB/FPC/PTF, Process, SMT     WorkingBear    Views (2,922)     comment (0)
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Sep21
PCB De-Paneling: V-cut scoring de-paneling and removing board edges

post on September 21, 2023

The term “V-cut” refers to a pre-cut separation groove made by printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers at specific locations on the PCB. This groove is designed to facilitate the “de-paneling” process after the completion of surface mount technology (SMT)  and … Continue reading →

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Sep14
What is V-cut? Why PCB need to design V-cut on it?

post on September 14, 2023

The term “V-cut” in the context of printed circuit boards (PCBs) refers to predefined cutting lines made by PCB manufacturers based on customer drawings. These lines are typically arranged in a V-shaped pattern, resembling the letter “V,” which is why … Continue reading →

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