Common PCB Surface Finish Types
Protect your PCBA with the best surface coating based on your application and board specifications. Learn more here. One of the most essential steps in the design of your printed circuit boards (PCBs) is the surface finish. The PCB surface finish you choose will help protect the copper circuitry from corrosion. It also provides a […]
Extend the Life of your PCBA’s in Storage
Once assembled, PCB’s should be protected from handling, moisture, static and human interaction. Here are a few ways to extend the life of your stored printed circuit boards. It’s not always easy choosing a printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer, but your patience and careful research will pay off. The right PCB manufacturer will provide you […]
Cost Effective, Quick Delivery of PCBA’s
With all the challenges facing the electronic manufacturing industry, cost and time as competitive strengths at Sonic Manufacturing Technologies help keep your business on a profitable track. Rising costs, long lead times, and access to talent are the chief concerns for product teams according to data from IPC. In the IPC survey, respondents reported: Rising […]
What Are the Benefits of Box Build Assembly
Box Build Assembly Services – What is Involved? A box build assembly is an integrated system built around a printed circuit board (PCB) or set of boards and other modules. This system usually includes an enclosure and wiring, which are used to connect the box build to the next higher assembly. Enclosure design and materials […]
Sonic’s Supply Chain Difference
Sonic’s supply chain difference is what sets us apart from other electronic manufacturing services companies in Silicon Valley. When we say that Sonic Manufacturing Technologies takes an agile approach to PCB and electronic manufacturing, we mean that we optimize every step in the product development lifecycle. What is Sonic’s supply chain difference? It’s streamlining every […]
What are Printed Circuit Boards made from?
When developing printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) it’s important to know what materials are available to handle the PCB’s temperature resistance, adhesion, tensile strength and flexibility. By selecting the proper materials, you can make sure that your PCB works in your specific circumstances. Three Main Types of PCB Materials There are three main types of […]
Sonic Pioneers First Digital Supply Chain in Electronics
First Fully Digital Supply Chain in the Electronics Industry Automates the Process from Start to Finish [Fremont, California May 2021] Sonic Manufacturing Technologies is pleased to announce the publication of an article by David Ginsberg, VP of Supply Chain Management, on their revolutionary digital supply chain management technology. The leading-edge tech has accelerated Sonic to […]
5 Critical PCBA Cost Factors
Not taking PCBA cost factors into account before going into production could be hurting your bottom line and hindering business growth. In the short term, prohibitive small order PCBA costs can prevent innovative concepts from ever reaching the prototype stage. Over the long term, untamed PCBA costs can sink your products’ profit margins. It pays […]
Global Supply Chain Services
Sourcing the Right Components from Sonic’s Global Supply Chain Services A product is more than the sum of its parts, but one bad component can compromise the whole. Sonic Manufacturing Technologies understands that the quality of every component is just as important as the manufacturing process. We help our customers by sourcing quality components and […]
Electronic Component Sourcing
A Sonic Differentiator – Electronic Component Sourcing Conventional wisdom is rarely wise. Nowhere in business is this truer than the manufacturing supply chain. Bloated processes, patched software solutions, and erroneous data distribution create longer lead times, embarrassing demand forecasts, and higher purchase price variances. An Agile Approach Breaks the Cycle of Repeated Defeat Sonic Manufacturing […]
