Fast & Accurate PCB Prototyping Services
What is a PCB Prototype?
A PCB prototype is an early version of a printed circuit board designed for testing before full-scale production. Prototyping helps engineers refine their PCB layout, component placement, and functionality to ensure design reliability and performance.
At First Choice Assembly, we specialise in rapid PCB prototyping, offering cost-effective solutions for businesses looking to test, iterate, and perfect their electronic designs before mass production.
Our PCB Prototype Capabilities
Quick-Turn PCB Prototyping
We understand the importance of speed in product development, which is why we offer fast PCB prototyping with turnaround times as short as 20 working days, depending on component availability.
Prototype PCB Assembly
Our prototyping services include:
- Surface Mount Technology (SMT) assembly for high-density designs.
- Through-hole PCB assembly for strong mechanical bonding.
- Hybrid assembly combining SMT and through-hole components.
- Multi-layer PCB prototyping for complex circuit designs.
No Setup Fees for Prototypes
Unlike many PCB manufacturers, we do not charge machine setup fees for small-batch prototype assembly, helping you reduce costs during the testing phase.
Component Sourcing & BOM Verification
We offer a full turnkey service, including:
- Component procurement from trusted suppliers.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) validation to ensure availability and cost efficiency.
- Obsolete and hard-to-find component sourcing to keep your project on track.
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
Every prototype undergoes rigorous testingto identify potential design flaws before mass production. Our Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) ensures:
- Correct component placement
- Solder integrity and alignment
- Identification of missing or incorrect parts
Functional Testing & Design Validation
We provide functional testing to evaluate the real-world performance of your prototype before scaling up production. This ensures quality assurance at every stage.
Interested in our PCB Prototype services?
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Benefits of PCB Prototyping
- Early Design Validation: Identifies issues before full-scale production.
- Cost Savings: Reduces expensive design errors and manufacturing adjustments.
- Faster Time-to-Market: Allows for quick iterations and faster product development.
- Improved Performance Testing: Ensures functionality under real-world conditions.
- Customisable Options: Supports single-layer to multi-layer PCBs.
Industries We Serve
Our PCB prototyping services support a wide range of industries, including:
- Automotive: ADAS, battery management, and infotainment systems.
- Medical Devices: Wearable health tech, monitoring systems, and diagnostic equipment.
- Industrial Automation: Robotics, sensors, and control systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, IoT solutions, and mobile technology.
- Aerospace & Defence: High-reliability PCB designs for mission-critical applications.
Why Choose First Choice Assembly for PCB Prototyping?
With over 30 years of experience, First Choice Assembly is a trusted partner for fast, high-quality PCB prototyping.
What Sets Us Apart:
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified: Strict quality control measures.
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Advanced pick-and-place and inspection systems.
- Flexible Prototyping Services: Supporting low-volume PCB prototype assembly.
- Expert Design Assistance: Helping clients refine and optimise their PCB layouts.
- Rapid Turnaround: Quick prototype assembly to keep projects on schedule.
Why choose FCA?
From concept to completion
At First Choice Assembly, we support your project every step of the way. Our skilled team collaborates with you to transform initial ideas into detailed designs, ensuring each PCB meets precise specifications. We handle material sourcing, prototyping, and full-scale assembly in-house, guaranteeing quality and efficiency at every stage.
With rigorous testing and lifetime assurance on all products, we deliver reliable solutions that meet industry standards and bring your vision to life.
Full Turnkey Solutions
First Choice Assembly offers complete end-to-end PCB solutions, handling everything from design and sourcing to assembly, ensuring a seamless, efficient process for clients.
Bespoke Design In-House
First Choice Assembly’s expert team provides custom PCB designs tailored to unique project specifications, bringing flexibility and precision to every build.
Lifetime Assurance
Our commitment to value is backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Underscoring our commitment to quality and providing long-term reliability for all manufactured products.
Helping our partners to produce cost effective quality products.
Experience, reliability and quality.
At First Choice Assembly we specialise in the manufacture and assembly of printed circuit boards for a wide range of applications. We manufacture surface mounted printed circuit boards, conventional or hybrid PCBs, all made to our partners specification.
Here at First Choice Assembly we have 30 years experience of PCB assembly and manufacturing and within this time we have dealt with and supplied printed circuit boards to a large number of industry sectors.
