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PCBSync / bare-board fabrication
PCB manufacturing.
From prototype
to production.
Bare-board fabrication for prototypes and repeat production. Compare board technologies, define your fabrication requirements and request a quotation for the approved design.
Gerber files ready? Request a quote directly. Still planning? Start with the calculator below.
Check the technical fit
Review published capability ranges alongside your material, copper, stack-up and via requirements.
View rigid PCB specifications →Define the delivery package
Bare boards, agreed inspection scope and the records your project needs, tied to the approved revision.
Review quality & records →YOUR PCB. YOUR BUDGET.
Explore the cost.
Make your next move.
Choose your PCB type, enter the essentials and compare quantities. Turn your specification into a quotation request when you are ready.
1 Choose a PCB2 Adjust the details3 Compare & request
Fabrication files ready?
Request a PCB quote →Skip the budget model. Send your Gerbers, quantity and requirements for a project quotation.
PCBSYNC ENGINEERING TOOLS
REFERENCE BUDGET · USDPCB cost & specification planner
Seven technologies. One clear project brief.
Rigid PCB
Explore Rigid PCB services →Choose your PCB technology and enter the project requirements.
Dimensions and quantity describe individual boards. Requested panelization is reviewed separately.
Enable JavaScript for interactive planning, or send your specifications for a quotation.
How the reference budget works
This is a planning scenario using existing PCBSync estimator coefficients, not a current production quotation. Rigid and 3–4 oz heavy-copper estimates use the standard FR-4 area, layer, finish, thickness and copper factors. HDI, flex, rigid-flex, RF and ceramic estimates use the former manufacturing-quote page’s technology-specific area, layer and setup allowances.
The ±20% display spread is an illustrative range, not validated prediction accuracy. Specific grades, stack-ups, copper thicknesses and the additions listed for review need a separate quotation. Quantity factors are interpolated to avoid abrupt price jumps. Requested delivery times do not add a made-up expedite fee or reserve capacity.
The ceramic reference scenario is alumina / DPC-style metallization; DBC, AMB, AlN, Si₃N₄ and different copper thicknesses require engineering pricing. Values in the selector describe requests, not guaranteed manufacturing capabilities.
Valid specifications are kept in this browser tab for up to two hours; each technology keeps its own settings and shares quantity with the assembly planner. This tool does not store contact details or design files and does not inspect Gerber files. Model version: 2026.09.30-v3.
Already have fabrication files?Skip the estimate and send your requirements for a project-specific quotation.Request a PCB quote ↗
Choose your technology
Find the right construction for your circuit.
PCB manufacturing creates the bare circuit board: conductive layers, dielectric materials, vias, surface finish and the final outline. Match the fabrication route to signal integrity, thermal performance, mechanical requirements and production volume.
Multilayer & FR-4
A starting point for many control, power and digital designs. Confirm layer count, stack-up, copper distribution and finished thickness before layout release.
Multilayer PCB →HDI
Discuss microvias, sequential lamination and via-in-pad needs early. The build-up structure determines process complexity and must fit the actual routing constraints.
HDI PCB →Flex & rigid-flex
Define whether the circuit bends during installation or repeatedly in service. Share the bend geometry, stiffeners, transition regions and mechanical envelope.
Flex PCB · Rigid-flex PCB →RF & Rogers materials
Specify the exact laminate family and grade, operating requirements and any mixed-material construction. Material choice and stack-up belong in the same review.
Rogers PCB →Ceramic
Share the substrate, metallization, thermal path and assembly requirements. A ceramic design needs a material-specific process review instead of an FR-4 assumption.
Ceramic PCB →Prototype to production
Compare the prototype needs with the intended production route. Keep the released revision and acceptance requirements consistent as order quantities grow.
PCB prototyping →Manufacturing fit
Check the fit before you release the design.
A single maximum layer count or minimum feature size cannot establish whether a board is manufacturable. Material, copper, thickness, via geometry and the requested process interact. Submit the fabrication data to confirm their combination.
| Project requirement | Combination to verify | Prepare for review |
|---|---|---|
| Stack-up & finished thickness | Layer construction, dielectric thicknesses, copper distribution and tolerance. | Fabrication drawing, material grade and desired stack-up. |
| Traces, spacing & impedance | Feature sizes at the selected copper weight; impedance targets and reference planes. | Target impedance, tolerance, trace structure and coupon requirements. |
| Drills & vias | Finished holes, plating, aspect ratio, microvia structure and via filling or capping. | Drill files, finished-hole notes and via requirements. |
| Surface finish & solder mask | Finish compatibility with assembly, mask openings, fine-pitch features and marking. | Finish, mask and legend requirements; relevant acceptance criteria. |
| Outline, slots & panelization | Routing, scoring, plated slots, mechanical tolerance and usable panel configuration. | Dimensioned outline, slot notes and assembly panel constraints. |
Capability limits are conditional.
Use the linked capability pages as a starting point. Your quotation should identify the agreed material, geometry, tolerances and test scope together. A capability listed for one construction is not an approval for every combination.
Continue with rigid PCB capabilities, HDI capabilities, flex capabilities or rigid-flex capabilities. Confirm project-specific limits during engineering review.
Quality & verification
Trust starts with an agreed acceptance plan.
Inspection and electrical verification should follow the agreed board specification. Define the netlist reference, critical dimensions, impedance requirements and records needed before releasing the order.
Bare-board electrical testing checks circuit continuity and isolation. It does not replace a functional test of an assembled product. For critical structures, discuss which measurements or cross-section evidence are appropriate for the project.
Review PCB electrical testing, the PCB laboratory and the quality control process. Request the applicable certification scope and inspection evidence during supplier qualification.
Evidence to agree before release
Connect the board to its records.
Specify which records your project needs and agree their scope before ordering. The sequence below is a documentation guide, not a sample test result or a claim that every record is supplied with every order.
- INPUTControlled design
Part number, revision, drawing, material and stack-up
- REVIEWApproved decisions
Resolved questions, accepted changes and test requirements
- DELIVERYAgreed evidence
Identification, inspection/test records and shipment documents
Supplier qualification
Review your supplier, with the right evidence.
Company, quality documents & change control
Identity & project fit
Review the company profile and relevant production capabilities. Confirm the manufacturing and shipping locations for your project, and share your supplier questionnaire.
About PCBSync · Review capabilities →Quality evidence
Request the current certificate scope and the inspection or test records relevant to your build. Agree acceptance criteria, traceability and first-article requirements before release.
Quality control · Laboratory overview →Files & change control
Start with a non-confidential brief if you need an NDA. Identify the controlling revision and who can approve substitutions or engineering changes.
Contact the team →What happens after your inquiry? We review the supplied requirements, clarify open technical and material questions, and prepare the quotation scope. Price, lead time and acceptance requirements are confirmed before you authorize production.
From release to delivery
Know what happens at each checkpoint.
The manufacturing route depends on the board construction. This simplified sequence shows the decisions to settle and the evidence to agree along the way.
- 01
Align the files
Match Gerber, drill data, outline and drawing to one controlling revision. Resolve conflicts before release.
Confirm: the approved file set - 02
Agree the construction
Review stack-up, material, copper, vias, finish and panelization together with the acceptance requirements.
Confirm: the manufacturing scope - 03
Form the circuit
Imaging, etching, lamination and hole processing follow the selected construction and manufacturing sequence.
Review: critical process requirements - 04
Protect the surfaces
Mask, markings and surface finish are matched to the approved fabrication and downstream assembly needs.
Review: openings and finish - 05
Inspect & verify
Agree the applicable dimensional, visual and electrical checks. Additional evidence must be specified for the project.
Confirm: test scope and records - 06
Release for delivery
Match identification and delivery documents to the released revision. Confirm packaging and shipping arrangements.
Confirm: quantity and delivery terms
Illustrative process map. Actual steps vary by technology; this is not a production traveler.
Repeat order? Highlight what changed.
A familiar part number does not establish that the material, artwork or inspection requirements are unchanged. Send the approved revision and identify each change.
Cost & delivery planning
Compare the same specification, not just the price.
Construction and process
Layer count, stack-up, material grade, copper weight and board size influence the manufacturing route. Fine features, sequential lamination, via filling and demanding tolerances can add process steps.
Specify only the requirements your design needs, but do not relax electrical, thermal or reliability requirements simply to lower an estimate. Ask which changes are technically acceptable.
Quantity and delivery
Setup and tooling are spread across the batch. Panel utilization, quantity breaks, inspection requirements and delivery timing can change the quoted cost.
Request comparable quotations for the same revision and specification. Separate fabrication from assembly, special testing, freight and taxes so that comparisons remain meaningful.
Ask when the clock starts.
Confirm whether the manufacturing schedule begins after file approval, material availability or another agreed milestone. Manufacturing time and shipping time are separate. Confirm the destination, shipping method, taxes and any required documentation in the quotation.
PCB project gallery
See the construction behind the specification.
Explore Rogers / RF, flex, ceramic, HDI, multilayer and rigid-flex samples from the PCBSync product library. Use the construction closest to your design to start a more focused fabrication discussion.
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These images illustrate board constructions. Exact materials, layer counts and acceptance criteria are defined by each project’s approved fabrication records.
Design for manufacture
Bring manufacturing decisions into the layout.
Confirm stack-up before impedance routing
Trace geometry depends on dielectric thickness, material properties and copper. Use the stack-up builder and impedance calculator for early exploration, then review the proposed construction with engineering.
Check holes, copper and mechanical details together
The drill aspect-ratio checker can highlight an early design question. It does not approve a drill process. Distinguish finished holes from drill sizes, specify plated slots clearly, and keep copper clearances consistent with routing and scoring requirements.
For flex and rigid-flex, add bend direction, bend region and installation geometry. For RF designs, name the laminate grade and discuss the impedance control requirements rather than relying on a broad material label.
A practical file guide
One revision. Four matching views.
- Copper & maskGerber or agreed fabrication output
- Holes & slotsDrill data with plating and finished-hole notes
- ConstructionMaterial, stack-up, thickness, copper and finish
- AcceptanceCritical dimensions, impedance and test requirements
Documentation guide. A matching filename alone does not confirm that the data agrees.
Need assembled boards?
Plan fabrication and assembly together.
Component sourcing, placement, soldering and functional testing are separate from bare-board fabrication. Coordinate panel format, finish, BOM and assembly files for a combined project.
Common fabrication questions
Before you request a PCB quote.
What is included in PCB manufacturing?
PCB manufacturing produces the bare printed circuit board to the agreed fabrication requirements. Component procurement, placement, soldering and assembled-product testing belong to PCB assembly and can be requested as a combined project.
What files should I send for a fabrication quote?
Provide Gerber and drill data, a fabrication drawing or specification, quantity and delivery requirements. Include the material grade, stack-up, finished thickness, copper, surface finish, impedance targets, special processes and acceptance requirements.
Can I prepare a brief for HDI, flex, RF or ceramic boards?
Yes. Choose the matching technology in the calculator. Each option has its own material and construction fields. Requirements outside the reference model are identified for engineering review instead of being silently included in the price.
Is the calculator result a final quotation?
No. The calculator shows a reference budget from the existing planning model, not a current selling price. Compare scenarios, download your specification and send it through Contact. The reviewed quotation confirms material, process additions, test scope, price and delivery terms.
Can the design tools confirm that my board is manufacturable?
No. A calculator can help explore a relationship or identify a question, but manufacturing approval depends on the complete combination of geometry, materials, tolerances and process requirements. Submit the design for engineering review.
How should I compare quotations from different manufacturers?
Use the same controlled revision and explicitly match material, stack-up, finish, tolerances, test scope, quantity and delivery terms. Ask for clarification when a quote assumes a substitute material or omits a required process.
How do I send files or request an NDA?
Use the Contact page for project details and file submission. If you need an NDA or a specific transfer arrangement, start with a non-confidential brief and agree that arrangement before sending confidential design data.
Ready for a reviewed quotation?
Bring your next PCB into focus.
Send your files or start with a project brief. Use one Contact page for the requirements, questions and documents that belong to your build.
An enquiry does not place an order. Request an NDA before attaching confidential files.
Useful to include
- Gerber, drill data, outline and revision
- Quantity, destination and requested arrival date
- Material, stack-up, copper and surface finish
- Critical tolerances, impedance and test requirements
PCBSync engineering resources · Final price, schedule and acceptance requirements are confirmed against the reviewed project.
