The first step is to design the individual PCBs that need to be assembled. Ensure that they are designed with similar dimensions, layer stack-up, and components placement.
Create Panelization Layout
After designing the individual PCBs, create a panelization layout. This layout determines how the PCBs will be arranged on the panel. Pay attention to factors such as clearance, keep out zones, and fiducial markers positioning.
Add Tooling Holes and Routing
Once the panel is ready, components can be placed onto each PCB using automated pick and place machines. Solder paste is applied to the pads, and then the components are placed into position using the panel mounting pins as a guide.
Assembly
Once the panel is ready, components can be placed onto each PCB using automated pick and place machines. Solder paste is applied to the pads, and then the components are placed into position using the panel mounting pins as a guide.
Reflow and Inspectiont
After the components have been placed, the panel is transferred to the reflow oven for soldering. Once complete, the panel undergoes an inspection process to ensure the quality of the assembly.
Separation
Finally, the individual PCBs are separated from the panel by breaking off the tabs or cutting along the routing lines.
Panelizing PCB&PCBA involves designing the individual PCBs, creating a panelization layout, adding tooling holes and routing, assembling the PCBs, reflow and inspection, and finally separating the individual PCBs from the panel.
