Are you puzzled by the new term “PCBA Contract Manufacturing and Material Sourcing”? Today, we will unveil the meaning of this “new term.” PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing can generally be understood from two perspectives:
The narrow definition of PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing refers to the provision of PCB boards, electronic component procurement, and PCBA processing services.
The broad definition of PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing refers to a complete set of PCBA processing services, including electronic design solutions, electronic product development, material procurement, prototype testing, and subsequent mass production.
With the meanings of PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing clarified, we can categorize them. After all, classification is the first step in studying a subject. In scientific research, if we cannot classify the research target, we often stagnate. So, let’s take a look at the types of PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing.
1. Technology-Driven Type
This type focuses primarily on electronic design development (either forward or reverse) and electronic product design. The company emphasizes electronic product R&D while also providing small to medium batch PCBA processing and corresponding material procurement.
2. Processing-Driven Type
This type of company possesses several SMT assembly production lines, capable of providing efficient electronic product processing services. However, the resources available for product development are limited, and clients generally need to provide relevant technical documents for processing.
I hope this brief introduction to PCBA contract manufacturing and material sourcing can assist you in your research on PCBA, and I also hope you have a clearer direction when choosing PCBA processing services.