Summary of SEEED FUSION SERVICE ENSURES HIGH-QUALITY PCB ASSEMBLY AT EVERY STAGE
Seeed Fusion ensures high-quality PCB assembly through rigorous quality control at every stage, from design review to final inspection. Their process minimizes errors and failure rates for both prototypes and mass production by utilizing automated inspections, manual checks, and sourcing genuine components from trusted partners like DigiKey and Mouser.
Parts used in the Seeed Fusion PCB Assembly:
- Gerber Files
- Bare PCBs
- Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) Systems
- Flying Needle Testers
- Solder Mask
- Copper Deposition Materials
- Components from DigiKey
- Components from Mouser
- Components from TME
- Components from Element14
- Parts from Seeed Fusion Open Parts Library (OPL)
Quality is as important to us as it is to you. At Seeed Fusion, our manufacturing expertise can help you reduce errors and failure rates for a prototype or a mass-produced product. Whether there is a problem with one of the components, assembly, or the PCB design itself, any error can result in a non-functioning device which can be complicated or impossible to rectify. In the business for over 10 years, Seeed is an old hand when it comes to manufacturing electronics and implements quality control measures at every stage of its Seeed Fusion PCB Assembly service.
Gerber File Review
Quality assurance procedures begin at order submission. CAM engineers will review every set of manufacturing files to minimize design for manufacture errors before the files are sent for production. As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure. If any problems are found such as shorts and breaks, missing holes or solder mask openings, etc. Seeed Fusion will work with the customer to review the issue and make corrections if necessary.
PCB In Production
As standard, all Seeed Fusion PCBs undergo bare PCB AOI (Automated Optical Inspection), flying needle tests, individual visual checks between each stage and then a Final Quality Control inspection. These measures cover errors with copper deposition, trace connectivity, solder mask coverage and more.
Incoming Parts Quality Inspections
Many fake, second-hand or old components are on the market, so vigilance is paramount when shopping for parts. Seeed Fusion’s PCBA service can take the risk out of parts procurement for you. Seeed preferentially orders its components from partners DigiKey, Mouser, TME and Element14 to ensure genuine and new parts direct from reliable channels.
Seeed’s own stock of parts, the Seeed Fusion Open Parts Library (OPL) also undergo strict quality control measures to fulfill high standards. All incoming stock goes through the same IQC (Incoming Quality Control) that Seeed’s own materials undergo and suppliers are trusted partners that are audited on a regular basis.
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How does Seeed Fusion prevent design for manufacture errors?
CAM engineers review every set of manufacturing files before production to identify and correct issues like shorts, breaks, or missing holes. -
What standard inspections do all Seeed Fusion PCBs undergo?
All boards undergo bare PCB AOI, flying needle tests, individual visual checks between stages, and a Final Quality Control inspection. -
Which suppliers does Seeed Fusion use to ensure genuine parts?
They preferentially order components from DigiKey, Mouser, TME, and Element14 to guarantee new and authentic parts. -
How is the Seeed Fusion Open Parts Library maintained?
All incoming stock from the library undergoes strict Incoming Quality Control measures and comes from regularly audited trusted partners. -
What types of defects are covered during the PCB production phase?
The inspection measures cover errors with copper deposition, trace connectivity, solder mask coverage, and more. -
Can customers work with Seeed Fusion to fix file issues?
Yes, if problems are found during the Gerber file review, Seeed Fusion will work with the customer to make necessary corrections.
