Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We include cost of solder stencil, machine placement of SMCs, and manual insertion of THCs.

Excluding holidays and weekends, our work hours are regular business days from 9am to 5pm.

When we notice a shortage, we have two options based on what you tell us. We can:

1. notify you and wait until you ship us the part to complete the order,
2. complete the order without that part.

If you find an issue with our workmanship, within 90 days of order, we would be happy to evaluate and repair your assemblies, at no charge.
Prior to any return shipping, please contact us for an RMA number

Please contact our sales team via email  so they can provide you reference number and address to ship the packages.

After the assembly is over, we return all leftover components to the client along with the completed assemblies.

Our optimum working panel size is roughly 12in x 18in, but we can handle up to 20in x 24in.

In our standard process of assembly, we X-ray leadless ICs, BGAs, and other parts having leads that we cannot examine with a microscope.

It is preferred but Silkscreen is not necessary

Include all Special instructions in PDF or Notepad format within Assembly Instructions at the time of submitting your order.

This is the machine placement file and should include:

• X, Y, Theta
  • Side of Board (Top or Bottom)
  • Reference Designator

There will an additional charge if we generate file for you.

Yes, you can include Digi-Key part numbers in your BOM.

For assembly, we need the Silkscreen, Copper, and Solder paste files in the RS-274X (Gerber) format, but preferably send us all the Gerber files your CAD program generates.

Mark the same part number listed on your bill of materials clearly on each bag, tray, etc. Take care to protect the integrity of the components, and use proper sealing or static control packaging. Adhere to parts requirements for the assembly service you are using.

We do not carry any inventory.

Send individual kit for each order. For sending multiple kits in a single package, mark each kit clearly, and identify the parts for mutual use on two or more jobs. For mutual parts, send 5% extra for each project.

We offer three basic assembly services for Printed Circuit Boards — PCB Fabrication, Consigned Assembly, and Full Turnkey Services.

For assembly services, we require blank PCBs, SMD and TH parts, Gerber files, and placement Data.

CAD Data in Gerber including NC Excellon Drill file (ASCII format);

Bill of Materials (.xls, .xlsx, .csv, or tab-delimited text);

RS-274X Gerber files;

Centroid (aka Pick-and-Place) file.

Our website has a list of our standard capabilities. Give us a call or email sales@rushpcb.co.uk with your job specs, and we’ll see what we can do to help.

Yes, you may ask for a quote for layout by uploading your Schematic to sales@rushpcb.co.uk

Yes, we do partial assemblies. Please provide instructions in BOM *.xls file for the components you do not want placed. Mark them with the terms DNI (Do not Install) or DNL (Do not Load).

We take up prototype box build and other mechanical assembly, as well as general electronics work. We also can do some crimp-based cable work & solder-based cable work. For mechanical assembly, we do require a sample, or specific assembly instructions. Please submit an RFQ or give us a call to discuss your needs.

Yes, we make panelized boards. Send us your instructions in the “Special Requirements / Comments for Assembly” box.

RUSH PCB Inc is ISO 2001:9000, UL, ITAR & Cage Code certified;

For inspection, we follow IPC-A-610, Class II (We inspect for Class III upon request);

For RoHS, we comply with IPC-1066, finish category E1;

For moisture, we follow JDEC J-STD-033B.1 standard.

We do not substitute parts or cross the part numbers without customer’s approval.

Typically, we order your exact bill of material, plus overage.

Rush PCB Ltd can produce boards from 48 hours to 5 days for prototypes to small production and 7-10 days for medium to large production.

Yes, we can order components only; we can fabricate your circuit board; and we can provide assembly labor service only under our partial turn-key assembly services.

We have no minimum order size; we can handle even 1 PCB.

We return them to the customer along with the assembled PCBs.

We take an up-front payment as the cost of components or 50% of the order, whichever is greater. The balance is due at the time of shipment unless we have approved your company for Net terms.