PCB Design Capability
Define the design work and the files needed to review it. Design capability should be assessed against the circuit, mechanical constraints and the intended manufacturing process, not just the name of a CAD tool.
Requirements for an engineering review
| Topic | Information to supply | Decision to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Source files | Tool name/version, schematic, board file, libraries and revision history. | Confirm editing compatibility and rights to use the source. |
| Electrical constraints | Voltage/current conditions, signal interfaces and thermal assumptions. | Assign design decisions, checking and product validation. |
| Mechanical constraints | Outline and component heights in mm, mounting and connector locations. | Coordinate layout and enclosure requirements. |
| Handover | Editable files, BOM, drawings and manufacturing exports. | Agree deliverables, review stages and revision consistency. |
How to confirm the applicable range
Send the current revision and the limits that matter to your product. The review should identify the responsible manufacturing site or supply partner, the agreed conditions and the approval needed for exceptions. Keep the confirmed range, source and review date with the released project records.
Release checklist
- Resolve conflicting notes or units before the order is released.
- Confirm whether the requirement is routine, requires an engineering trial or is outside the proposed scope.
- Agree inspection or verification evidence and the owner of unresolved design decisions.
Prepare the next project decision
Continue with PCB Design Services, DFM and DFMA Services, PCB Stackup and Impedance, PCB Assembly Capability.
Read the related purchasing checklist.
Discuss your revision, quantity and project requirements. Early enquiries are welcome when some files or requirements are still being prepared.
