PCBA Prototype: 5 Questions to Ask Before Placing Your Order
2026-05-15
A wrong PCBA prototype order costs time and money. Ask these 5 questions first.
1. What's Your Lead Time for Prototype?
Look for: 24–48 hour DFM review, 5–7 day assembly
STG Electronic: 5–7 days for prototype SMT assembly
2. Do You Provide Free DFM Check?
Look for: Yes – catches design errors before production
STG Electronic: Free DFM report with every quote
3. What Components Do You Stock?
Look for: Common passives, connectors, MCUs in inventory
STG Electronic: $500k+ inventory – no waiting for basic parts
4. How Do You Test Prototypes?
Look for: AOI, X-ray, functional testing – not just visual
STG Electronic: 100% AOI + functional test on every board
5. Do You Speak English? (Real-time)
Look for: Direct engineer access, not sales-only
STG Electronic: English-speaking tech team – answers in hours
Ready to Order Your Next Prototype?
Send Gerber files + BOM → 24hr quote + free DFM
Fast. Clear. Reliable.
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