Design and Engineering Capabilities
Advanced CAD Tools
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Prototyping Services
Advanced CAD Tools
Our design and engineering team at DigitalGate uses state-of-the-art CAD (Computer-Aided Design) tools to produce accurate, effective, and creative PCB designs. We use cutting-edge programs like Eagle and Altium Designer, which are renowned for their extensive feature sets and functionalities. With the use of these technologies, we can meticulously handle difficult PCB designs, including multi-layer boards, complex routing, and sophisticated signal integrity analysis.
- Altium Designer: Altium offers a unified design platform that makes it possible to collaborate easily on bill of materials (BOM) management, PCB layout, and schematic capture. We are able to anticipate and address possible design problems early on because to its sophisticated 3D visualisation and simulation capabilities, which guarantees that the finished product satisfies all functional and mechanical criteria.
Eagle: Eagle’s robust component management and routing tools facilitate effective design processes, especially for more complex, smaller PCB designs. Its vast component library and easy-to-use interface make it a great option for creating both basic and intricate circuits.With the use of these tools, our experts can design PCBs that maximise performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturing feasibility in addition to meeting your technical requirements.
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles, which guarantee that your PCB designs are not only functional but also optimised for production, are at the core of our design philosophy. DFM is an essential component of our design process, which focusses on developing solutions that lower production costs, minimise possible manufacturing problems, and improve overall product reliability.
- Cost optimisation: We make sure that the PCB can be made effectively, decreasing waste and overall production costs, by taking into account aspects like material selection, component arrangement, and layer count throughout the design phase.
Aiming for component footprints, spacing, and orientation that make automated assembly techniques like Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-Hole Technology (THT) easier to use, we design PCBs with ease of assembly in mind. This raises yield rates by lowering the possibility of errors occurring during assembly.
Error reduction: Before the design reaches the manufacturing floor, our engineers identify and mitigate possible problems through extensive design rule checks (DRC) and the use of cutting-edge simulation technologies. By taking preventive measures, the likelihood of expensive mistakes and rework is reduced, leading to a more efficient production process. Scalability: Another aspect of DFM design is creating PCBs that are easily scalable from mass production to prototype without requiring major changes. This guarantees that your PCB design will continue to be dependable and affordable at larger volumes even as the demand for your product increases.
Through the integration of DFM at every level of the design process, we produce innovative and functional PCBs that are prepared for effective, superior manufacture.
Prototyping Services
Because we know that precision and speed are essential in the creation of electronic devices, we provide rapid prototyping services to help you quickly realise your designs. Before committing to full-scale manufacturing, you can use our prototype capabilities to test and improve your PCB designs, making sure your finished product satisfies all performance and quality standards.
Fast Turnaround: Our services for rapid prototyping are made to produce completely functional prototypes in a short amount of time, so you may test your ideas and swiftly make any necessary changes. By cutting down on time to market, this expedited approach helps you maintain an advantage over the competition.
- Iterative Design: Before going into mass production, prototyping allows you to find and fix possible problems. It is a crucial step in the iterative design process. During this phase, we collaborate closely with you, offering insights and suggestions to improve your design based on feedback from real-world testing.
Functional Testing: We offer thorough testing as part of our prototyping services to ensure that your PCB design operates as intended and is reliable. To make sure the prototype satisfies all design requirements, we perform a number of tests, including temperature analysis, power distribution network (PDN) testing, and signal integrity analysis.
Custom Prototypes: We provide adaptable prototyping solutions catered to your particular requirements, whether you require a single prototype for a concept demonstration or several units for beta testing. We can manufacture prototypes in a range of materials and production processes so you may experiment with numerous design alternatives and decide which works best for your application.
We assist you in confidently transitioning from concept to production by offering quick and dependable prototyping services, ensuring that your PCB design has undergone extensive testing and refinement. Our objective is to assist your innovation process so that you may more quickly and effectively bring high-quality items to market.
Manufacturing Capabilities
- Material Selection: Describe the range of materials you use to satisfy particular electrical and environmental requirements, including FR4, polyimide, Rogers, and other specialised substrates.
- Precision Fabrication: Talk about your cutting-edge fabrication methods that guarantee accurate and dependable PCB production, such as laser cutting, CNC drilling, and high-resolution imaging.
- Layer Count and Complexity: Emphasise your capacity to produce PCBs with a range of layer counts, from straightforward single-layer boards to complicated multilayer structures.
- Explain the several solder mask colour options and silkscreen printing techniques that enable customers to personalise the look and feel of their printed circuit boards.
- Advanced Plating Techniques: Describe your proficiency with plating techniques that improve the performance and durability of the PCBs, such as HASL (Hot Air Solder Levelling) and ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold).
Customization and Scalability
Single-Sided PCBs
Perfect for more straightforward applications where efficiency and cost-effectiveness are crucial.
Double-Sided PCBs
Double-sided PCBs are appropriate for more sophisticated circuits because they provide greater complexity and capability.
Multilayer PCBs
We can manufacture multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) with 40 layers or more for high-performance applications.
STANDARD POOL
Up to 16 layers of FR-4 lead-free material compatibility
Flexible PCBs
Our bendable PCBs can squeeze into awkwardly shaped areas.
SEMI-FLEX POOL
A four-layer printed circuit board with two carefully treated copper layers and a 100-micron FR4 core.
Rigid-Flex PCBs
The flexibility of adjustable circuits and the dependability of rigid boards are combined in rigid-flex PCBs.
Parts Pre-Order (PPO)
Get essential components ready for your next project in advance.