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PCBWay — PCB Fabrication & Assembly

PCBWay — PCB制造与组装

PCBWay is a PCB fabrication and assembly service based in Shenzhen, China. It is an alternative to JLCPCB with similar capabilities and pricing.
Typical usage: Order bare prototype PCBs + framed stencil from PCBWay during prototyping (parts sourced separately from DigiKey/Mouser, hand-assembled in lab). For production runs (100s qty), order fully assembled boards from PCBWay using turnkey component sourcing (PCBWay sources parts by MPN). JLCPCB is the primary alternative. For BOM management, gerber/CPL export, and stencil ordering, see the 
bom
skill.
PCBWay是一家位于中国深圳的PCB制造与组装服务商，作为JLCPCB的替代方案，具备相似的能力和定价。
典型使用场景：原型制作阶段，从PCBWay订购裸板原型PCB + 带框钢网（元器件单独从DigiKey/Mouser采购，在实验室手工组装）。对于量产订单（数百件量级），使用PCBWay的交钥匙元器件采购服务订购全组装电路板（PCBWay按MPN采购元器件）。JLCPCB是主要替代方案。关于BOM管理、Gerber/CPL导出和钢网订购，请查看
bom
技能。

Related Skills

相关技能

SkillPurpose
kicad
Read/analyze KiCad project files, DFM scoring
bom
BOM management, gerber/CPL export, stencil ordering
digikey
Search DigiKey (prototype sourcing, primary — also preferred for datasheet downloads via API)
mouser
Search Mouser (prototype sourcing, secondary)
lcsc
Search LCSC (production sourcing, JLCPCB parts)
jlcpcb
JLCPCB PCB fabrication & assembly (primary alternative)
emc
EMC pre-compliance risk analysis — run before fab to catch EMC issues
spice
SPICE simulation — verify analog subcircuits before committing to fab
技能用途
kicad
读取/分析KiCad项目文件、DFM评分
bom
BOM管理、Gerber/CPL导出、钢网订购
digikey
搜索DigiKey（原型采购首选，也支持通过API下载 datasheet）
mouser
搜索Mouser（原型采购次选）
lcsc
搜索LCSC（量产采购，JLCPCB元器件）
jlcpcb
JLCPCB PCB制造与组装（主要替代方案）
emc
EMC预合规风险分析——制造前运行以排查EMC问题
spice
SPICE仿真——制造前验证模拟子电路

Key Differences from JLCPCB

与JLCPCB的主要差异

FeaturePCBWayJLCPCB
Component sourcingTurnkey (PCBWay sources by MPN)LCSC parts library (you provide LCSC PNs)
Parts libraryNo fixed library — sources globallyLCSC library (basic/extended parts)
Assembly fee modelQuote-based per projectPer-part fees (basic free, extended $3 each)
Pricing turnaroundManual quote, 1–2 business daysInstant online pricing
BOM formatMPN-based (manufacturer part numbers)LCSC PN-based
Plan around manual quoting. PCBWay assembly requires a human-reviewed quote before you can place the order — typically 1-2 business days after uploading files. JLCPCB shows assembly pricing instantly at checkout. If you're prototyping and need to iterate quickly, the JLCPCB feedback loop is much tighter. PCBWay's value is in sourcing parts JLCPCB can't, not in turnaround speed.
When to use PCBWay over JLCPCB:
  • Parts not available on LCSC — PCBWay sources globally by MPN
  • Need turnkey sourcing — provide MPNs, PCBWay handles procurement
  • Prefer quote-based pricing over per-part fee model
  • Need consigned/kitted assembly (you ship parts to PCBWay)
  • Timeline allows for the manual-quote turnaround
特性PCBWayJLCPCB
元器件采购交钥匙模式（PCBWay按MPN采购）LCSC元器件库（需提供LCSC零件编号）
元器件库无固定库——全球采购LCSC库（基础/扩展元器件）
组装收费模式按项目报价按零件收费（基础件免费，扩展件每件3美元）
定价响应速度人工报价，1-2个工作日在线即时定价
BOM格式基于MPN（制造商零件编号）基于LCSC零件编号
需提前规划人工报价时间。PCBWay组装服务需经过人工审核报价后才能下单——通常在上传文件后1-2个工作日完成。JLCPCB在结账时即可显示即时组装定价。如果您处于原型制作阶段且需要快速迭代，JLCPCB的反馈周期更短。PCBWay的优势在于能够采购JLCPCB无法获取的元器件，而非交付速度。
何时选择PCBWay而非JLCPCB：
  • 所需元器件在LCSC无法获取——PCBWay可按MPN全球采购
  • 需要交钥匙采购服务——提供MPN，PCBWay负责采购
  • 偏好按项目报价模式而非按零件收费模式
  • 需要寄售/套件组装（您将元器件寄给PCBWay）
  • 时间线允许人工报价的周转期

Assembly Options

组装选项

OptionDescription
TurnkeyPCBWay sources all parts by MPN — you just provide the BOM
Partial turnkeyPCBWay sources some parts, you supply others
Consigned/KittedYou supply all parts, PCBWay assembles
选项描述
交钥匙PCBWay按MPN采购所有元器件——您只需提供BOM
部分交钥匙PCBWay采购部分元器件，您提供其余部分
寄售/套件您提供所有元器件，PCBWay负责组装

BOM Format for Assembly

组装用BOM格式

PCBWay accepts XLS, XLSX, or CSV BOMs.
PCBWay接受XLS、XLSX或CSV格式的BOM。

Turnkey / Partial Turnkey BOM

交钥匙/部分交钥匙BOM

csv
Line#,Qty,Designator,MPN,Manufacturer,Description,Package,Type
1,3,"C1,C2,C5",GRM155R71C104KA88D,Murata,100nF 16V X7R MLCC,0402,SMD
2,1,U1,ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8,Espressif,ESP32-S3 WiFi/BT module,ESP32-S3-WROOM-1,SMD
Required columns:
ColumnDescription
Line#
Row number
Qty
Quantity per board
Designator
Reference designators (comma-separated)
MPN
Manufacturer Part Number — PCBWay sources by this
Manufacturer
Manufacturer name
Description
Part description
Package
Footprint/package name
Type
SMD
, 
THT
(through-hole), or 
Hybrid
For turnkey, the MPN is the critical field — PCBWay uses it to source parts from their global supply chain.
csv
Line#,Qty,Designator,MPN,Manufacturer,Description,Package,Type
1,3,"C1,C2,C5",GRM155R71C104KA88D,Murata,100nF 16V X7R MLCC,0402,SMD
2,1,U1,ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8,Espressif,ESP32-S3 WiFi/BT module,ESP32-S3-WROOM-1,SMD
必填列：
列名描述
Line#
行号
Qty
每块电路板的元器件数量
Designator
参考标号（逗号分隔）
MPN
制造商零件编号——PCBWay以此为依据采购元器件
Manufacturer
制造商名称
Description
元器件描述
Package
封装/引脚名称
Type
SMD
、
THT
（通孔）或
Hybrid
（混合）
对于交钥匙模式，MPN是关键字段——PCBWay通过它从全球供应链采购元器件。

KiCad BOM Export for PCBWay

为PCBWay导出KiCad BOM

  1. In KiCad, ensure MPN and Manufacturer fields are populated in symbol properties
  2. Export via Edit Symbol Fields > Export CSV
  3. Reformat columns to match PCBWay's expected format (add Line#, Qty, Type columns)
For gerber export settings and CPL format, see the 
bom
skill — both JLCPCB and PCBWay use the same formats.
  1. 在KiCad中，确保符号属性中已填写MPN和Manufacturer字段
  2. 通过“编辑符号字段 > 导出CSV”导出
  3. 重新格式化列以匹配PCBWay的预期格式（添加Line#、Qty、Type列）
关于Gerber导出设置和CPL格式，请查看
bom
技能——JLCPCB和PCBWay使用相同的格式。

PCB Design Rules (PCBWay Capabilities)

PCB设计规则（PCBWay能力）

Standard PCB (1-2 layers)

标准PCB（1-2层）

ParameterMinimum
Trace width0.1mm (4mil)
Trace spacing0.1mm (4mil)
Via diameter0.3mm
Via drill0.15mm
Annular ring0.15mm (6mil)
Min hole size0.15mm
Board thickness0.2-3.2mm (default 1.6mm)
Min board size3x3mm
Max board size600x1200mm (1-2 layer)
参数最小值
走线宽度0.1mm（4mil）
走线间距0.1mm（4mil）
过孔直径0.3mm
过孔钻孔0.15mm
焊环宽度0.15mm（6mil）
最小孔径0.15mm
板厚0.2-3.2mm（默认1.6mm）
最小板尺寸3x3mm
最大板尺寸600x1200mm（1-2层）

Multi-layer (4+ layers)

多层板（4层及以上）

ParameterMinimum
Trace width0.09mm (3.5mil)
Trace spacing0.09mm (3.5mil)
Via drill0.15mm
Layer countUp to 14 layers (standard), 24+ (advanced)
Max board size560x1150mm
参数最小值
走线宽度0.09mm（3.5mil）
走线间距0.09mm（3.5mil）
过孔钻孔0.15mm
层数最多14层（标准），24层以上（高级）
最大板尺寸560x1150mm

Additional Capabilities

额外能力

FeatureSpecification
Copper weight (outer)1oz-8oz
Copper weight (inner)1oz-4oz
Solder mask colorsGreen, Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black, Matt Green, Matte Black, Purple
Silkscreen colorsWhite, Black, Yellow
Surface finishesHASL (leaded/lead-free), ENIG, OSP, Hard Gold, Immersion Silver/Tin, ENEPIG
Impedance control+/-10% tolerance
Castellated holes>=0.4mm diameter
特性规格
外层铜厚1oz-8oz
内层铜厚1oz-4oz
阻焊颜色绿色、红色、黄色、蓝色、白色、黑色、哑光绿、哑光黑、紫色
丝印颜色白色、黑色、黄色
表面处理HASL（含铅/无铅）、ENIG、OSP、硬金、沉银/沉锡、ENEPIG
阻抗控制±10%公差
城堡孔直径≥0.4mm

Importing DRU into KiCad

将DRU导入KiCad

If you have a PCBWay 
.kicad_dru
design rules file, import it in KiCad Board Editor > Board Setup > Design Rules > Import Settings.
如果您有PCBWay的
.kicad_dru
设计规则文件，可在KiCad电路板编辑器 > 电路板设置 > 设计规则 > 导入设置中导入。

Assembly Constraints

组装限制

  • Minimum order: 5 PCBs
  • Sides: Top, bottom, or both
  • Component types: SMD, through-hole, or mixed
  • Fine-pitch: BGA and QFP supported
  • Assembly drawings: recommended (photos/diagrams of special placement)
  • Special instructions: add notes for polarity, orientation, or non-standard placement
  • 最小订单量：5块PCB
  • 组装面：顶面、底面或双面
  • 元器件类型：SMD、通孔或混合
  • 精细引脚：支持BGA和QFP
  • 组装图纸：推荐提供（特殊放置的照片/图表）
  • 特殊说明：添加极性、方向或非标准放置的备注

PCBWay Partner API (Approval Required)

PCBWay合作伙伴API（需审批）

Contact PCBWay for partner API access. Partner API at 
https://api-partner.pcbway.com
.
Available endpoints:
  • PCB Quotation — 
    POST api/Pcb/PcbQuotation
    — get PCB price
  • Place Order — 
    POST api/Pcb/PlaceOrder
    — add to cart
  • Confirm Order — 
    POST api/Pcb/ConfirmOrder
    — finalize and pay
  • Query Order — 
    POST api/Pcb/QueryOrderProcess
    — track order status
Documentation: 
https://api-partner.pcbway.com/Help
联系PCBWay获取合作伙伴API访问权限。合作伙伴API地址为
https://api-partner.pcbway.com
。
可用端点：
  • PCB报价 — 
    POST api/Pcb/PcbQuotation
    — 获取PCB价格
  • 下单 — 
    POST api/Pcb/PlaceOrder
    — 添加到购物车
  • 确认订单 — 
    POST api/Pcb/ConfirmOrder
    — 确认并支付
  • 查询订单 — 
    POST api/Pcb/QueryOrderProcess
    — 跟踪订单状态
文档地址：
https://api-partner.pcbway.com/Help

Ordering Workflow

订购流程

Prototype Order (Bare PCB + Stencil)

原型订单（裸PCB + 钢网）

  1. Export gerbers from KiCad (see 
    bom
    skill for export settings)
  2. Upload gerbers to 
    https://www.pcbway.com/orderonline.aspx
    — configure layers, thickness, color, qty
  3. Order a framed stencil separately at 
    https://www.pcbway.com/stencil.aspx
  4. Order — PCBs and stencil typically arrive in ~1 week
  1. 从KiCad导出Gerber文件（导出设置请查看
    bom
    技能）
  2. 将Gerber文件上传至
    https://www.pcbway.com/orderonline.aspx
    — 配置层数、板厚、颜色、数量
  3. 在
    https://www.pcbway.com/stencil.aspx
    单独订购带框钢网
  4. 下单——PCB和钢网通常约1周送达

Production Order (Assembled Boards)

量产订单（组装电路板）

  1. Export gerbers from KiCad (see 
    bom
    skill for export settings)
  2. Export BOM as CSV with MPN, Manufacturer, Description, Package, Type columns
  3. Export CPL (centroid/placement file) as CSV (see 
    bom
    skill for format)
  4. Upload gerbers to PCBWay — configure PCB specs
  5. Select "PCB Assembly" — choose Turnkey, Partial Turnkey, or Consigned
  6. Upload BOM and centroid files
  7. Add assembly drawings/photos if needed (recommended for complex boards)
  8. PCBWay reviews files and provides quote
  9. Confirm and order
  1. 从KiCad导出Gerber文件（导出设置请查看
    bom
    技能）
  2. 导出BOM为CSV格式，包含MPN、Manufacturer、Description、Package、Type列
  3. 导出CPL（重心/放置文件）为CSV格式（格式请查看
    bom
    技能）
  4. 将Gerber文件上传至PCBWay——配置PCB规格
  5. 选择“PCB组装”——选择交钥匙、部分交钥匙或寄售模式
  6. 上传BOM和重心文件
  7. 如有需要，添加组装图纸/照片（复杂电路板推荐提供）
  8. PCBWay审核文件并提供报价
  9. 确认并下单

Tips

小贴士

  • MPN is what matters — unlike JLCPCB (LCSC PNs), PCBWay sources globally by Manufacturer Part Number
  • Turnkey is easiest — just provide MPNs in BOM, PCBWay handles sourcing
  • Assembly requires manual quoting — unlike JLCPCB's instant pricing, PCBWay reviews your files and provides a custom quote (typically 1-2 business days). Factor this into your timeline.
  • Assembly drawings help — submit photos or annotated PDFs for complex placement
  • Lead time varies — turnkey assembly depends on component sourcing time; check with PCBWay
  • Rotation offsets — PCBWay may have different rotation conventions than KiCad; verify with assembly drawings
  • Solder mask colors — more options than JLCPCB (includes purple, matt variants)
  • Edge clearance — keep copper >=0.3mm from board edge
  • MPN是核心——与JLCPCB（使用LCSC零件编号）不同，PCBWay按制造商零件编号全球采购
  • 交钥匙模式最省心——只需在BOM中提供MPN，PCBWay负责采购
  • 组装需人工报价——与JLCPCB的即时定价不同，PCBWay会审核您的文件并提供定制报价（通常1-2个工作日）。请将此时间纳入您的项目时间线。
  • 组装图纸很有帮助——提交照片或标注PDF以说明复杂的元器件放置
  • 交付时间不定——交钥匙组装的交付时间取决于元器件采购时间，请咨询PCBWay
  • 旋转偏移——PCBWay的旋转约定可能与KiCad不同，请通过组装图纸确认
  • 阻焊颜色选项更多——比JLCPCB提供更多颜色（包括紫色、哑光款）
  • 边缘间隙——铜箔需距离板边缘≥0.3mm