Which PCBA processing cost is higher?

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It's common for customers to compare the PCBA processing cost quoted by different manufacturers, either by referring to previous quotes or by looking at the average price in the industry. But which PCBA processing cost is higher? To answer this question, we need to break down the entire PCBA processing process, which involves two main parts: circuit board production and component assembly (including SMT surface mount and DIP plug-in welding).

The prices of PCB boards and components are transparent and can be easily compared for reference. However, the cost of PCBA processing is not as straightforward. The main factors that affect PCBA cost are PCB board size, component type and quantity, labor cost, and testing cost. By taking these factors into account, you can get a more accurate estimate of the total cost of PCBA processing.

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Auxiliary materials such as solder paste, tin strips, flux, UV glue, and furnace fixtures are important in the entire processing link. Solder paste and tin strips are particularly important, and the quality of welding can vary greatly depending on their quality. While the price of imported solder paste in the same soldering area is much higher, it can make a significant difference in the quality of welding.

The cost of SMT patch processing depends on the number of points and packaging. In general, large quantities and excellent prices are the norm in the industry. The larger the component package size, the easier it is to mount, and the corresponding quality defect rate will decrease. Therefore, there is more room for communication on the price.

Welding labor hours after the DIP plug-in requires a lot of manual participation and is the most difficult link to control the cost. It involves special-shaped parts and material forming, making it more challenging to manage. At present, labor costs remain high, and the cost of this link is generally high.

Assembly testing includes factors such as test fixtures, test equipment, and test man-hours. The price of the test fixture varies according to the difficulty of the test and sometimes requires the assistance of test equipment such as optical fiber and ICT. The corresponding labor and equipment loss must be taken into account, but the test price will not be very high. Some companies even offer free testing.

Based on the above analysis, the welding man-hour fee after the DIP plug-in is the most uncontrollable cost among the four major links.

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