PCB
Prototypes

As one of the leading manufacturers of special printed circuit boards, special types, prototypes and samples we at Becker & Mueller offer a high range of options for PCB prototyping:

• FR4, high-Tg, HF, flex and IMS materials are permanently in stock in various thicknesses and layer thicknesses;
  comparable material properties to desired manufacturers in stock;
  others on request
• our standard materials:
  • FR4 & high-Tg: KB, Nanya, EMC, NPG
  • HF materials: Rogers 4000 series
  • Flex materials: DuPont Pyralux AP series
  • IMS materials: EM-MP
• Other and special materials on request

Of course, all design requirements are also or especially implemented during prototyping: especially in this area, we at Becker & Mueller are characterized by an extremely high flexibility and speed.

With our deep and long-standing expertise, we are also happy to provide advice in advance and during the DFM-process of PCB prototypes.

No. A central motto of Becker & Mueller is: “Anyone can do simple – we are the specialists for complex PCBs.” In concrete terms, this means for the production of a PCB prototype: We manufacture from batch size 1.

A subsequent (small-)series production can be carried out with identical technology. Here, too, as an experienced manufacturer, we are happy to be at your side.

For subsequent series production, we are happy to recommend series manufacturers who are comparable to prototype production in terms of material selection and production technology.

The unit cost of a PCB prototype depends on the required technology, materials and number of pieces.

At Becker & Mueller, you can rely on the same quality for the production of PCB prototypes as for samples and small series: We give everything to produce only the best for our customers! The fact that we are ISO 9001:2015 certified is only one part of a comprehensive quality assurance.

Our quality standards for the production of PCB prototypes:

• Test standard according to IPC A-600 class 2 (optionally also class IPC A- 600 3 possible).
• 100% AOI for outer and inner layers
• 100% layer offset control for multilayers
• 100% E-test (for multilayer, optional for double-sided PCB)
• Impedance control optional
• Initial sample test report optional
• Micrographs optional
• Test report mechanical tolerances optional (via CNC video measuring microscope)

In order to be able to offer our customers a maximum range of services, we work together with external assemblers in the German region if required. Delivery times by arrangement (depending on quantity and component availability).

At Becker & Müller, we stand for the highest level of individuality in the production of PCB prototypes. This also means being in close, direct and fast contact with our customers:

• by telephone
• by mail
• via online form
• in person

When exchanging data on designs for the production of PCB prototypes, we are guided by the wishes of our customers and receive and/or send data

• by mail
• via the customer’s cloud (e.g. Sharepoint)
• via USB stick

One of the central premises of Becker & Mueller’s corporate philosophy is speed, of course always under the condition of best quality. Our claim and promise is: Nobody is faster than us! Of course, this also applies to the production of PCB prototypes:

• Depending on the respective technology, complexity and production start of the PCB prototype from 1AT.
• Delivery time for assembled boards on request

Anyone who offers the greatest possible individuality in the production of special printed circuit boards, as we do at Becker & Mueller, must of course also always personally support their customers with expertise and advice. And that’s exactly what we do, of course, when it comes to the production of PCB prototypes:

• If you have any technical questions, we are always happy to provide advice by phone, e-mail or in person.
• Design adaptations from a technical and production point of view are made in consultation with the customer. In the case of specific design or layer structure and layout questions, we work together with an external layouter. We are happy to act as a link and provide support during the consultation process.
• For particularly demanding PCBs, we develop solutions in production together with the customer.
• Of course, we also offer our well-known express service for prototyping.

The production of PCB prototypes in small and very small quantities from batch size 1 is always challenging in terms of the efficiency of the production process. Such small runs are always in contrast to mass-produced goods.

As a specialist for special types, samples and prototypes, Becker & Müller has extensive experience in dealing with production processes in such small quantities. This includes, in particular, production in the PCB mix.

In PCB mix production, PCBs from different customers with identical specifications (such as layer structure, copper layer thickness and final surface) are produced on one manufacturing blank. This reduces both the one-off costs incurred and the setup costs – a cost saving that is passed on directly to the customer.