SMS delivers high-reliability PCB assemblies for both aerospace and military applications, built to withstand extreme conditions and meet rigorous industry standards for safety, durability, and mission-critical performance.
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Rugged, Mission-Critical PCB Solutions for Aerospace & Military
Surface Mount Solutions (SMS) is a trusted provider of high-reliability PCB assemblies for the aerospace and military industries, where precision, durability, and compliance with rigorous standards are essential. Whether for avionics, defense systems, or satellite communications, our PCBs are built to perform in extreme environments, ensuring mission-critical reliability for operations in the air, on land, or in space.
Why Aerospace & Military Companies Trust SMS
With decades of experience in producing PCB assemblies for aerospace and military applications, SMS understands the unique challenges faced by these sectors. Our PCB solutions are designed to meet strict military standards, including MIL-STD-883 and IPC Class 3, ensuring that every assembly is built to perform under the most extreme conditions.
- Mission-Critical Reliability: We design our PCBs to endure high altitudes, extreme temperatures, and intense mechanical vibrations, ensuring your systems perform reliably under the harshest conditions.
- Regulatory Compliance: All of our aerospace and military PCB assemblies meet MIL-STD-883 and IPC Class 3 standards, ensuring they are built to the highest performance and durability requirements.
- Advanced Testing Protocols: Every assembly undergoes rigorous testing, including environmental stress testing, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and functional testing, to guarantee precision and long-term reliability.
- Fast Turnaround for Prototyping: We offer QuickTurn PCB Assembly services to help accelerate development and testing phases without compromising quality or compliance.
Applications of Aerospace & Military PCB Assemblies
SMS delivers custom-engineered PCBs for a wide variety of aerospace and military applications, ensuring long-lasting performance in mission-critical environments:
- Avionics Systems: Precision PCBs for aircraft control systems, navigation, communication devices, and flight instrumentation.
- Defense Systems: High-reliability PCBs for radar, missile guidance, and defense technologies.
- Satellites & Space Exploration: Rugged PCBs designed to withstand extreme conditions in space, ensuring reliable performance in satellite communication systems.
- Military Communications: Durable PCBs that support secure, high-performance communication systems for defense and tactical operations.
Ensuring Quality in Aerospace & Military PCB Manufacturing
Quality and durability are non-negotiable in aerospace and military operations, where failure is not an option. SMS implements a meticulous quality control process that ensures every PCB assembly meets the highest standards of safety, precision, and reliability. From materials procurement to final testing, we ensure your PCB assemblies are mission-ready.
- Environmental Stress Testing: We subject our assemblies to extreme conditions, including temperature cycling and vibration testing, to simulate the harsh environments of aerospace and military operations.
- Automated Optical Inspection (AOI): Our AOI technology inspects each PCB for defects in component placement and soldering, ensuring precision in every assembly.
- Functional Testing: Every PCB undergoes functional testing to ensure it meets the necessary performance standards for its intended aerospace or military application.
Our Services Tailored for Aerospace & Military
SMS offers a range of services specifically designed for the unique requirements of the aerospace and military sectors, ensuring each project is handled with the utmost precision and care:
- Materials Procurement & Kitting: Sourcing high-quality components that meet the strict compliance and durability standards required for aerospace and military projects.
- QuickTurn PCB Assembly: Rapid, reliable assembly services for fast prototyping and production without compromising on quality or precision.
- Turnkey Assembly: Full-service assembly solutions, including component sourcing, assembly, and final product testing, to ensure your PCBs are ready for mission-critical deployment.
- Inline Aqueous Cleaning: Ensuring that PCB assemblies are free from contaminants and residues, crucial for maintaining reliability in critical environments.
- AOI & Visual Inspection: We guarantee defect-free PCBs with comprehensive automated and manual inspection services, ensuring the highest level of quality for aerospace and military applications.
Partner with SMS for Mission-Critical Aerospace & Military PCB Assemblies
Surface Mount Solutions is committed to providing precision-engineered, high-reliability PCB assemblies tailored to the demanding requirements of aerospace and military applications. Our expertise, advanced technology, and rigorous quality control processes ensure that your systems perform reliably in mission-critical environments.
Contact SMS today to learn more about our aerospace and military PCB solutions and how we can support your next mission-critical project.
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SMS works with industries that demand cutting-edge PCB technology, providing robust, reliable solutions that meet the specific requirements of each sector. Whether it's medical, industrial, renewable energy, or military applications, our PCB assemblies are designed to withstand rigorous conditions while ensuring high performance and scalability.
From diagnostic tools to life-saving devices, SMS provides high-reliability PCBs that meet strict medical industry standards and ensure consistent performance.
SMS provides high-performance PCBs optimized for semiconductor applications, from microprocessors to complex integrated circuits.
SMS delivers durable PCBs for industrial machinery, automation, and control systems, ensuring long-lasting performance in rugged environments.
SMS provides high-performance PCBs tailored for data-intensive computing and seamless telecommunications, ensuring speed and reliability.
SMS provides durable, energy-efficient PCB assemblies designed for LED lighting systems, solar panels, and other renewable energy technologies.
From avionics to defense systems, SMS provides mission-critical PCBs designed for durability and reliability in both aerospace and military environments.
Turning complex circuit board designs into reliable, high-quality products requires an efficient and detail-oriented process. Our step-by-step approach eliminates common manufacturing obstacles, ensuring smooth production, superior quality, and on-time delivery. Each stage is designed to tackle potential pain points, giving you confidence that your PCB assembly project will be handled with precision and expertise.
Every successful project starts with a strong foundation. Our engineers work closely with your team to review your design files, providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback. This early-stage consultation helps prevent costly revisions and optimizes your design for a seamless transition to production.
Component sourcing can be challenging, especially when balancing cost and lead times. Our experienced procurement team handles all aspects of materials procurement, ensuring that the best-quality components are used and that your project stays on schedule, even for complex printed circuit board designs.
We use state-of-the-art surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly techniques to build your circuit boards with the highest accuracy and consistency. Our advanced equipment and skilled technicians ensure precise placement of even the smallest components for a robust, reliable build.
Quality is our top priority. Each assembly goes through multiple inspection stages, including Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-ray testing, and comprehensive functional testing. This ensures every circuit board meets stringent standards and performs as expected.
Once testing is complete, your product is prepared for delivery. Whether you need full box builds, special packaging, or local delivery, our logistics team ensures that each project arrives on time and ready for deployment.
Get in touch today to discuss how we can turn your complex designs into reliable, high-quality products.
Whether you need a quick-turn solution or end-to-end turnkey services, our capabilities are designed to support every stage of your PCB assembly process.
With advanced technologies, flexible lead times, and a commitment to quality, we tailor our services to your specific project requirements.
Depending on customer requests, projects can be completed in as little as 2-4 days, ideal for urgent needs.
A cost-effective solution with a lead time of 5 days (assembly only).
Comprehensive solutions, including procurement and assembly, completed in 10-15 days, depending on part availability.
Advanced SMT capabilities for high-precision components, handling placements down to 01005 with fine-pitch BGA and QFN.
Precision through-hole technology using selective soldering for mixed-technology assemblies, ensuring robust connections.
Accommodating boards up to 18”x15” with custom panelization options for efficient production and cost savings.
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and inline cleaning ensure that each PCB assembly is free from defects and contaminants.
Functional testing, BGA X-ray inspection, and rework solutions like BGA reballing to guarantee flawless performance.
Providing full reels and properly labeled components ensures uninterrupted production. Avoid loose parts and supply at least 5 inches of cut tape for feeder compatibility.
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Full Reels Preferred: Whenever possible, provide full reels to minimize machine downtime and ensure uninterrupted production.
Cut Tape: If cut tape is necessary, it must be at least 5 inches long for proper feeder handling.
Machine Loss: Add 2% for all passive components to account for machine loss, and 4% for 0402 caps and resistors.
Loose Components: Loose parts must be hand-placed, which increases time and cost—please avoid whenever possible.
Labeling: Clearly label reels or trays with the customer part number and a complete component description, including value and part type.
IC Packaging: Integrated Circuits (ICs) should ideally be on tape and reel; however, if tubes are used, ensure all components face the same direction and the tube is properly labeled.
Boards must include fiducials, silkscreen reference markers, and adequate component clearance. Consider panelizing for smaller boards to maximize efficiency.
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Fiducials: Boards and panels must include fiducials for accurate alignment during assembly.
Silkscreen: Ensure reference designators and polarity markers are visible on the silkscreen.
Component Clearance: Components should not be placed within 0.080 inches of the edge of the board to avoid damage.
Panelization: For boards smaller than 3x4 inches, consider panelizing. Ideal panel size is approximately 8x10 inches with a 0.25” border.
Double-Sided Boards: For double-sided assemblies, passive components should be placed on the bottom side when possible.
Submit Gerber files, a current BOM, and CAD data for machine programming. Include an audit sheet for any shortages, and consider providing a sample board.
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Gerber Files: Gerber data is required to produce the stencil and ensure proper layout for panelized boards.
BOM (Bill of Materials): Provide an accurate BOM for the current build, including all parts and values, for assembly accuracy.
CAD Data: CAD data is required for machine programming and ensuring precise component placement.
Audit Sheet: Include an audit sheet listing all shortages and discrepancies in the provided parts to avoid delays in the assembly process.
Sample Board (Optional): Providing a sample board can greatly aid in the accurate assembly of your production run.
To guarantee a smooth and efficient assembly process, it's essential to follow these kitting guidelines. By properly preparing your parts, boards, and data, we can ensure accurate and timely production while minimizing delays and errors.
Contact SMS to take advantage of our turnkey PCB assembly services, ensuring fast lead times, precision, and quality.