In electronic manufacturing, SMT surface mount technology has been strongly supported by the manufacturing market. In this process, the rationality of PCB panel design plays a crucial role in improving production efficiency. Before starting the incoming material processing, we usually recommend customers to carry out optimized panel design. The following are the key considerations for PCB assembly design in SMT SMT technology.
1. Optimizing board utilization: The primary goal of PCB panel design is to optimize board utilization, reduce production costs by reducing waste, and improve production efficiency.
2. Meets equipment size: The designed panel size must be suitable for subsequent SMT SMT mounting equipment to avoid production delays caused by size mismatch.
3. Process edge design: To ensure the stability and ease of processing of the panel assembly, the process edge should be designed strong enough to prevent deformation on the fixture.
4. Splicing shape and layout: The ideal splicing shape should be as close to a square as possible and avoid unnecessary design of yin and yang boards to simplify the production process.
5. Division groove flatness: The design of the division groove should meet the flatness requirements of SMT patches, ensuring the accuracy and quality of the patches.
6. Connection method selection: Common panel connection methods include broken label type, double-sided engraved V-shaped groove, and stamp plate type. When choosing, it is necessary to comprehensively consider mechanical strength, flatness, and the convenience of subsequent segmentation.
7. Consider component layout: When designing assembly boards, attention should be paid to the impact of component layout on the production process, such as the direction of wave soldering, to ensure smooth production.
8. Component protection: The arrangement of components should be reasonable to reduce damage caused by segmentation stress. The design of pre engraved lines also needs to fully consider the deformation during board splitting and the stress on the components.
In summary, PCB panel design plays a crucial role in SMT mounting technology. By following the above strategy, manufacturers can optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve the quality of end products leaving the factory. If you have different opinions, please feel free to contact and discuss!