In today's dynamic electronics market, rapid product deployment is key to staying ahead. At Sparqtron, we specialize in delivering high-quality, mission-critical Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) and Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) services for over 26 years. Our proficiency in circuit board prototyping and quick-turn services accelerates your product's time-to-market, helping you outpace the competition.
Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) involves the precise soldering and placement of electronic components onto a printed circuit board, transforming it into a fully functional device. This critical process serves industries such as consumer electronics, medical, automotive, and telecommunications.
Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) refers to a more specialized form of assembly, often required in high-complexity industries like aerospace, defense, military, and medical sectors. These industries demand the highest standards of reliability, making CCA essential for mission-critical applications.
Both PCBA and CCA ensure optimal component placement and robust connections, resulting in dependable, high-performance products.
Sparqtron offers a broad range of flexible, cost-effective solutions, from quick-turn PCB prototypes to full-scale production runs. Our turnkey services, supported by expert engineering and manufacturing teams, allow us to solve complex challenges that other providers may struggle with. Our dedication to excellence has earned us repeat business and strong referrals from satisfied clients.
Our SVP of Engineering and Manufacturing brings over 30 years of experience in the electronics contract manufacturing industry, specializing in PCB assembly. They have led global NPI operations at renowned top tier EMS companies, ensuring the seamless transition from prototype to production. Their extensive knowledge in quick-turn PCB assembly has been instrumental in reducing time-to-market for our clients.
Our PCB design and layout services, in partnership with a globally recognized design house with over 28 years of experience, provide superior quality and service. We offer:
Whether you need a design from scratch or an upgrade to existing designs, our services ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Our PCB fabrication services involve creating the PCB foundation through processes like layering, etching, and adding copper traces. We cover:
We collaborate with certified PCB fabrication manufacturers to meet specific project requirements, ensuring efficient, high-quality production. Our fast turn PCB assembly and fast turn circuit board manufacturing services are designed to meet urgent project deadlines, offering quick turn PCBs and fast turn prototype PCB board solutions.
We tailor our offerings to meet diverse needs, including:
Our capabilities include SMT/SMD, through-hole, and mixed-technology pcb assemblies. We specialize in:
We expertly handle complex PoP assemblies, ensuring precise BGA placements with pitches as fine as 0.25 mm.
We provide fast and reliable prototype PCB and CCA assembly services, allowing engineers and developers to efficiently test and validate their designs. This critical process helps identify errors and ensure functionality. Our services include prototype circuit board assembly, PCB prototype and assembly, and comprehensive prototype PCB assembly solutions.
Our meticulous PCB assembly process ensures the creation of reliable and functional electronic devices:
Each step is critical to delivering high-quality PCB assemblies that meet the diverse needs of our clients.
The PCB assembly process involves several essential steps to ensure the successful creation of functional electronic devices:
During board indexing, the PCB is aligned using fiducial marks to ensure accuracy at each assembly stage. The three main types of fiducial marks are:
These steps are crucial in producing reliable, high-quality PCB assemblies tailored to meet the specific requirements of various industries.
At Sparqtron, we stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the electronics manufacturing industry. Our investment in state-of-the-art equipment and continuous improvement initiatives enables us to offer cutting-edge solutions and maintain a competitive edge.
Below are the recently added advanced equipments:
PCB assembly, circuit card assembly, PCB circuit board Ball Grid Array (BGA) and Chip Scale Packages (CSP) are extensively utilized in the manufacturing of electronic devices. At our facility, we employ the Nordson DAGE Ruby X-ray and Nordson Quadra 5 X-ray Inspection Systems for ultra-high-resolution inspections testing.
The X-ray Inspection System of choice:
Quadra™ 5 is the X-ray inspection system of choice for submicron applications such as PCB and semiconductor package inspection, counterfeit component screening and finished goods quality control. The Nordson DAGE XD7600NT and Nordson Quadra 5 stand as exceptional machines designed for a comprehensive range of PCBA inspection tasks. These systems serve as invaluable tools for aiding R&D engineers in diagnosing highly complex PCB assemblies, thereby accelerating the schedules of their development projects.
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High Precision Inspection: Our ultra-high-resolution inspection capabilities ensure meticulous examination of PCB SMT/SMD assembly components, including BGAs and CSPs.
R&D Support: These advanced inspection systems provide crucial support to R&D engineers, facilitating accurate diagnosis and swift progress in project timelines.
Our PCB/CCA assembly services cater to various industries, including defense, medical, communications, industrial, commercial, and automotive sectors. Medical device manufacturing is a major focus. We also offer off-shore competitive production options in Taiwan for high-volume needs.
Quality control is essential in printed circuit board (PCB) assembly to ensure that the final product meets the required standards and functions correctly.
At Sparqtron, we prioritize quality and reliability in every project. Our PCB and CCA services adhere to stringent quality standards and industry certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IPC-A-610 and FDA regulations, etc.
We implement rigorous quality control measures throughout the manufacturing process to ensure that every product meets or exceeds customer expectations. Our quality control methods for PCBs include: X-ray inspection, Visual inspection, In-circuit testing (ICT), Burn-in testing, flying probe testing, automated optical inspection (AOI), and functional testing, etc.
Sparqtron is renowned for consistently delivering high-quality PCB/CCA assemblies on time, earning our clients' trust for reliability. We pride ourselves on responsive service, swiftly addressing complex printed circuit board assembly requirements with effective solutions.
Our dedicated customer support team is available to assist you at every stage of your project. From initial consultation to final delivery, we work closely with our clients to understand their unique requirements and provide tailored solutions. Our collaborative approach ensures seamless communication and successful project outcomes.
Sparqtron is a proven expert in helping customers achieve rapid time-to-market for their products. With our highly knowledgeable and experienced team, we specialize in material management, PCB assembly, quick-turn prototyping, and new product introduction (NPI). Our quick turn services, often completed in less than 24 hours, ensure that your products are delivered to market faster than ever before, providing a competitive edge in today's fast-paced electronics industry.
Success Story: Thanks Mail from a Top Tier Customer
I am writing to express my appreciation for the outstanding support that Sparqtron has provided to our project over the past year.
From the beginning of the project, Sparqtron has been extremely helpful in every way possible. Your team has been instrumental in material preparation, DFM, and has shown great flexibility when it comes to production scheduling. I want to extend my gratitude to the Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Stockroom teams for their contributions to the project.
Thank you again for your outstanding support and for the excellent work done by the Sparqtron team. I look forward to continuing our partnership and achieving further success together.
We are committed to environmental sustainability and compliance with global environmental regulations. Please see our Sustainable Practices in Manufacturing. Our lead-free and RoHS-compliant assembly processes minimize environmental impact, and we continuously seek ways to reduce waste and improve energy efficiency in our operations.
Please send us the following information; we will send you the quotation very quickly.
Consign Project |
Turnkey Project |
BOM with AVL and location in excel format |
BOM with AVL and location in excel format |
Complete gerber file in standard 274X format |
Complete gerber file in standard 274X format |
PCBA assembly drawing in searchable PDF format |
PCBA assembly drawing in searchable PDF format |
PCB drawing in searchable format |
PCB drawing in searchable format |
XY data / placement file |
XY data / placement file |
CAD file and schematic (Only for flying probe test is required) |
CAD file and schematic (Only for flying probe test is required) |
Test procedure and estimated time (Only if functional test is required) |
Test procedure and estimated time (Only if functional test is required) |
FAB penalization information or drawing (Only required for production) |
Any other special instructions |
FAB penalization information or drawing (Only required for production) |
Any other special instructions |
Any other special instructions |
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By following these guidelines, you can ensure your printed circuit board assemblies are both RoHS-compliant and reliable.
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Contact Information: Sparqtron Corporation
Tel: 1-510-657-7198 EXT. 200, eMail: info@sparqtron.com
Address: 5079 Brandin Court, Fremont, California CA 94538, USA
(In Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, near San Jose, California)