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What is meant by hardware testing?

  • Board are tested for
    1. Open short tests
    2. Power supply checks
    3. For micro controller boards the code is loaded in the chip to see if it is able to program.
    4. Wiggle testing of the interfaces.

What happens when I place the order?

  • Here is the Process:
    1. Your order and design is reviewed by the engineers.
    2. A phone call is placed to discuss the requirements, expectations, component lead time and testing that would be done on the board
    3. Any other Open items are discussed
    4. A document is generated for you which again contains your requirements along with the difference of amount to be paid if any. Lead time for the component availability is also discussed and a delivery schedule for the board is agreed upon.
    5. Engineer would place the component order, pcb fabrication order and keep you informed of the complete process.

Why am I getting a routing error?

  • Here are some of the steps you can follow to avoid routing error:
    1. Change the placement of the board manually.
    2. Send in your requirements and we would create this board for you.
  • Circuit Tree is an automation engine and given variability that we offer there is bound to be errors which may generate.

Why am I getting a placement error?

  • Here are some of the steps you can follow to avoid placement error:
    1. Place some of the major components on your own.
    2. Increase the board size
    3. Relax the place boards on top or bottom layer.
    4. Change the Minimum component distance rule for the engine.
  • Circuit Tree is an automation engine and given variability that we offer there is bound to be errors which may generate.

What type of placement constraints can I specify?

  • Place components on top or bottom side of the board.
  • Specify the top and bottom placement board constraints.
  • Change the board size to the size that you prefer.
  • Specify placement distance which can be kept between components.
  • Specify location of holes and fiducials on the board.