High-Density Double-Sided PCB for Consumer Electronics
｜With 60-80% higher wiring density than single-sided boards, this 1.6mm double-sided PCB enables more compact and reliable electronic designs.
De dos caras placas de circuito impreso (PCB) feature conductive copper layers on both top and bottom sides of an insulating substrate, interconnected by metallized vias. This fundamental architecture is critical for modern, space-constrained electronic devices.
UGPCB’s double-sided PCB utilizes premium KB-6160C FR-4 epoxy glass substrate paired with 1.5OZ finished copper thickness y Oro de inmersión (ACEPTAR) acabado superficial. This combination delivers a robust interconnect solution ideal for consumer electronics, controles industriales, and telecommunications applications where reliability, actuación, and efficient use of space are paramount.
01 Definición del producto & Ventajas del núcleo
A double-sided printed circuit board is a foundational component in modern electronics, providing conductive pathways on both sides of an insulating core.
Electrical connection between the two layers is achieved through metallized through-holes or vias. This design overcomes the spatial limitations inherent to single-sided boards.
For consumer electronics, the flexibility of double-sided PCBs allows for cross-routing and copper pour patterns, which can reduce material costs by 30-50% compared to more complex multi-layer solutions while offering superior design freedom.
The primary structural advantages over single-sided PCBs are dual-sided routing capability y reliable via-based interlayer conduction. This structure efficiently solves routing congestion issues and supports more complex circuit requirements.
02 Especificaciones de material: KB-6160C FR-4 Substrate
UGPCB employs KB-6160C FR-4, an epoxy glass cloth copper-clad laminate (CCL) with ultraviolet (ultravioleta) blocking functionality.
This substrate is particularly suitable for PCBs requiring simultaneous double-side solder mask curing y Inspección óptica automatizada (AOI).
Key properties of KB-6160C FR-4 include:
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Excellent Thermal Resistance: High glass transition temperature (tg) for reliable performance during soldering and operation.
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Superior Mechanical Strength: Enhanced rigidity and dimensional stability compared to standard FR-4 materials.
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Cumplimiento ambiental: Libre de halógenos, antimony-free, and red phosphorus-free formulation, meeting stringent environmental safety standards (p.ej., RoHS).
03 Principio operativo & Diseño estructural
The core operational principle of a double-sided PCB is electrical interconnection through metallized vias.
Conductive patterns on both sides of the board are linked via these plated holes, enabling current flow and signal transmission across layers.
The standard stack-up for UGPCB’s 1.6mm double-sided board is as follows:
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Capa superior: Lámina de cobre (1.5OZ finished thickness)
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Máscara de soldadura: Green or White (optional)
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Insulating Core: KB-6160C FR-4 Epoxy Glass Substrate
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Capa inferior: Lámina de cobre (1.5OZ finished thickness)
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Acabado superficial: Oro de inmersión (ACEPTAR) over Nickel
Via metallization is achieved through a desmear and electrodes copper plating process, typically using either thin-copper electroless deposition with subsequent electrolytic plating or direct metallization transfer for thicker deposits.
04 Precision Manufacturing Process Flow
The manufacturing of double-sided PCBs is more complex than single-sided types, primarily due to the requirements for dual-layer patterning y reliable via formation. UGPCB’s advanced process flow ensures high quality and consistency.
El Pattern Plating Process is the industry-standard method. The detailed sequence is: Cutting → Drilling → Desmear & Electroless Copper Deposition → Dry Film Lamination & Imaging → Pattern Electroplting → Etching → Solder Mask Application → Legend Printing → Surface Finish (ACEPTAR) → Profiling/Routing → Electrical Testing → Final Inspection & Embalaje.
Electroless Copper Deposition is the critical step for initial via metallization. UGPCB employs a controlled chemical process to deposit a thin, uniform copper layer on the drilled hole walls, which is then electroplated to the specified thickness.
For high-reliability applications, we offer the Solder Mask Over Bare Copper (SMOBC) proceso. This method enhances solderability, prevents solder bridging on fine-pitch features, and improves shelf life.
05 Acabado superficial & Key Performance Characteristics
UGPCB specifies Oro de inmersión (ACEPTAR) as the standard surface finish. This provides:
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Excellent Surface Planarity: Crucial for fine-pitch component soldering.
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Soldabilidad superior & Wettability: Garantiza uniones de soldadura confiables.
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Low Contact Resistance: Ideal for connectors and gold-finger edges.
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Long Shelf Life: Resists oxidation better than bare copper or silver finishes.
El 1.5OZ Finished Copper Thickness ensures enhanced current-carrying capacity and improved thermal management compared to standard 1OZ copper. This is vital for power paths and heat dissipation in compact designs.
Technical Advantages Summary:
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Rentabilidad: Optimal balance between performance and cost for mid-complexity circuits.
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Design Flexibility: Enables more efficient component placement and routing.
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Rendimiento térmico: Dual-sided copper aids in heat spreading.
06 Diverse Application Scenarios
Double-sided PCBs, with their balanced performance and cost, are deployed across numerous industries:
Electrónica de Consumo: Used extensively in smartphones, tabletas, computadoras portátiles, televisions, and audio equipment for mixed-signal (RF/digital) disposición.
Automatización industrial: Found in control systems, measurement instruments, fuente de alimentación, and motor drives due to their reliability and increased current capacity.
Telecomunicaciones: Employed in networking equipment, enrutadores, and base station modules where routing density is key.
Computer Peripherals: Common in printers, scanners, and external storage devices.
07 Seguro de calidad & Technical Compliance
UGPCB implements a rigorous quality management system to ensure every PCB meets exacting standards.
Advanced Manufacturing Equipment: We utilize systems like the LDI for high-precision, double-side simultaneous imaging, achieving registration accuracy within ±12.5μm, which significantly improves production yield.
Specialized Testing: For high-frequency or high-speed designs, we perform additional Integridad de señal (Y) y Control de impedancia pruebas. Drilling parameters and cleaning processes are strictly controlled to prevent defects like hole voids or insufficient copper.
Ambiental & Process Leadership: Our processes adhere to the latest environmental standards. We employ advanced technologies like carbon direct metallization y conductive polymer deposition as modern, efficient alternatives to traditional chemical copper processes, aligning with IPC-6012 y IPC-A-600 acceptability standards.
A circuit designer finalizes the layout, confident that the 1.5OZ copper and robust vias will handle the device’s power needs. Each plated via acts as a microscopic bridge, seamlessly connecting the top and bottom layers, transforming intricate schematics into a stable, functioning electronic system.
As electronics continue their trend toward miniaturization and higher performance, PCB technology is advancing toward trace widths of 25μm (1 mil) and densities approaching 75% of a four-layer board’s capacity. For engineers facing the dual challenges of space constraints and performance requirements today, the solution may well reside within the layers of this reliable 1.6mm double-sided PCB from UGPCB.