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Not every board needs SMT. Not every product needs to chase the "latest technology."
Some boards are best done with through-hole. Some costs are most transparent when priced by the solder joint.
| Item |
Description |
| Pricing Unit |
Per solder joint |
| Unit Price |
$X per joint (lower unit price for larger volumes) |
| Tooling/Setup Fee |
Fixed cost, negligible when spread across volume |
| Panelization |
Same-side through-hole, no extra charge for panelization |
Non-standard pin spacing
Custom placement fixture ensures positional accuracy
Large components (e.g., transformers, relays)
Custom support fixture prevents movement during wave soldering
Cannot withstand wave soldering (e.g., heat-sensitive)
Post-solder touch-up by hand
Power supply boards Relay boards, contactor boards Terminal blocks, interface boards Home appliance control boards Industrial control sub-boards, power monitoring boards
Panelization Advantages
With all through-hole components on the same side, panelization design is very simple:
- Any arrangement — maximum board utilization
- Wave soldering passes all panels in one run
- After depaneling, each board is complete and fully functional
500 pieces minimum
Larger orders, lower per-joint prices
Consignment manufacturing
or component sourcing available
Lead cutting
post-soldering touch-up available
Custom fixtures
available for complex/irregular through-hole components
Dedicated account manager
one PO covers everything
Mass Production Minimum Order Quantity: 500 pieces minimum. Larger orders, lower per-joint prices.
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