Category Archives: Process


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 →

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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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Aug31
Why is Panelization and Break-away Tab Necessary in PCB Manufacturing, then De-paneling after PCBA is Completed?

post on August 31, 2023

Why is “Panelization” performed during PCB manufacturing? And after surface mounting (SMT) assembly and wave soldering, why is it necessary to go through the additional process of “de-paneling” to separate the individual boards? What is the purpose of the PCB’s … Continue reading →

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Aug17
An Option for Adding More Solder – Solder Preforms

post on August 17, 2023

“Solder preforms” are tiny pieces of solid tin alloy that are already shaped before use. They come in two types of flux contain and flux free. These preforms can be put in certain pads to increase the amount of solder … Continue reading →

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