FAQs

We accommodate PCB Thickness in a multitude of products and requirements. Standard thicknesses include 0.4mm to 1.6mm in 0.2 steps, as well as 2mm, 2.4mm and 3.2mm.

We have been designing and manufacturing printed circuit boards in the UK for more than 40 years.
Printed circuit boards can be single sided, double sided plated through hole or multi-layered. 1.6mm is still the standard thickness for multilayer boards, with sizes between 0.5mm – 3.2mm.

Our PCB board delivery times are among the best in the country. For more information and advice on the ideal circuit board for you, please contact us.

For more advice about PCB thickness, please contact us any time.

Printed circuit boards are used in a variety of electronic products and therefore can be manufactured in a number of sizes. Board sizes vary, dependent on customer requirements with the smallest pcb size that we have made being only 5mm square, for a miniature medical device.

Your PCBs can be made in a size to suit your requirements, however, there are a number of factors to consider, including product size, single sided, double sided plated through hole or multilayer, as well as number and weight of components, and the board’s finished application.

Each panel of boards will require a border for tooling holes, traces and coupons, and space for routing. Large panels with many circuits often have a poor manufacturing strength and therefore need to be reinforced, whilst smaller circuit boards may be stronger.

Small and irregular shaped PCB’s can also be made using our precision CNC routing machine and left in a routed panel with pips, or rectangular boards can be scored with pips.

For more advice about PCB size, please get in touch any time.

We make panels to suit your requirements, ranging from 5mm square through to 450 x 300mm (18 x 12 inches), which is the largest PCB size we can produce in-house, as standard, which has a useable area of 17 x 11 inches.

We also work with a number of reliable partners that make much larger boards if required.

With more than 40 years’ experience designing and manufacturing PCB boards, we have discovered that the optimal size for our production is 450 x 300mm (18 x 12 inches) which can be a single circuit, or a step and repeated smaller circuit to fit the panel.

There are a number of factors to consider when developing a PCB board that include product size, single sided, double sided plated through hole or multilayer, as well as number and weight of components. Larger boards are developed with our reliable partners, with whom we have built a strong relationship over the years.

For more advice about PCB size, please get in touch and speak with a member of the team.

No, you don’t. We safely and securely retain your PCB information on record. This includes various revisions.

We can reverse engineer, single and double-layer PCBs in-house.

You can learn more about our Reverse Engineering Services here: PCB Reverse Engineering Services 

We use a state of the art flying probe tester

PCBs should be vacuum sealed and stored in a dark dry location at room temperature.

For any further advice, reach out to our team here: ABL Contact

Yes, at ABL Circuits, we have the expertise and equipment to complete complex curved outlines on your printed circuit boards. We can create custom-shaped PCBs to fit unique design requirements, including non-standard and curved edges. This flexibility allows us to support projects where boards need to fit into compact or irregular spaces.

If you’re interested in working with curved outlines, just let us know—we’ll ensure your specifications are accurately met and guide you through any design file requirements. Feel free to reach out with any specific details, and we’ll be happy to help!

Yes, we can leave your printed circuit boards in a panel for assembly. At ABL Circuits, we understand that keeping boards in a panel can make further processes more efficient, especially for automated assembly lines. We can work with your preferred requirements to ensure the panels meet your needs.

Just let us know your requirements, and we’ll make sure your boards are prepared in the way that works best for your process.

We offer a variety of PCB finishes at ABL Circuits to meet different functional and environmental requirements, we can provide the finish that best suits your project.

Each finish has its own advantages depending on factors like solderability, shelf life, and application, so if you’re unsure which finish is best for your boards, just let us know—we’re here to help you choose the right option for your specific needs.

You can request a quote for PCBs and any additional services here: PCB Quote Form

Alternatively you can contact sales@ablcircuits.co.uk or call us on 01462 894132

Thanks for your interest!

Our PCBs are vacuum sealed and generously wrapped ensuring protection during shipping.

We use multiple services, mainly DPD and FedEx. However, we also use a private personal courier for more extensive or more valuable deliveries.

We use multiple materials, such as FR4, Aluminium, Rogers material and many more.

Yes we can source most materials.

If you have a specific request please submit it via the Quote Form and we’ll come back and let you know if we can help!