PCB Prototyping
PCB Prototype Manufacturing
Done Right the First Time
From simple 2-layer boards to complex HDI and RF prototypes. 1-piece minimum, engineering review included, shipped worldwide via DHL Express.
Why AtlasPCB for Prototypes
Not Just Fast. Done Right.
Free DFM Review
Human engineering review within 12 hours. We catch issues before fabrication — no silent substitutions.
1-Piece MOQ
Order exactly what you need. No minimum quantities, no panel-sharing compromises.
5-Day Rush
2-layer boards in 24 hours. Multilayer in 3-5 days. HDI in 8 days. DHL Express worldwide.
Production-Grade Quality
Same IPC Class 2/3 process for prototypes and production. No quality shortcuts on small orders.
Prototype Process
From Gerber upload to boards in your hands.
Upload & Quote
Upload Gerber files, get instant pricing
Engineering Review
DFM check within 12 hours
Fabrication
24/7 production, IPC-controlled
Ship & Deliver
DHL Express, tracked & insured
Prototype Lead Times
Calendar days from engineering sign-off. Factory runs 24/7.
| Board Type | Standard | Rush |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 Layer | 5 days | 24 hours |
| 4 Layer | 7 days | 3 days |
| 6-8 Layer | 8-10 days | 5 days |
| 10-16 Layer | 12-15 days | 7 days |
| HDI (1-step) | 8 days | — |
| HDI (2-step) | 11 days | — |
| Rogers/PTFE | 10 days | 7 days |
| Rigid-Flex | 14-18 days | — |
+ 3-5 days DHL Express shipping worldwide. Lead times from engineering approval.
What We Prototype
Not just simple boards. We specialize in complex prototypes other shops reject.
HDI Prototypes
Stacked microvias, via-in-pad, fine-pitch BGA breakout
RF / Rogers Prototypes
RO4350B, PTFE, hybrid stackups. Impedance verified.
Rigid-Flex Prototypes
Polyimide flex + FR-4 rigid. Bend feasibility reviewed.
Multilayer (up to 30L)
Impedance-controlled, TG170, copper balanced.
Heavy Copper
2oz-10oz copper for power applications.
Aluminum / MCPCB
Metal-core for LED and thermal management.
NPI Workflow
From First Prototype Circuit Board to Qualified Design
Our PCB prototype service is built for new product introduction — catch manufacturability issues on the first article, then iterate fast toward a production-ready design.
Free DFM Review
Before we tool your first prototype circuit board, an engineer checks stackup, impedance, annular ring, and controlled-depth drilling against the fab process — free, within 12 hours. Fixing a footprint in CAD costs nothing; discovering it after fabrication costs a respin.
First-Article Inspection
Every prototype build ships with a first-article inspection: microsection reports on request, impedance coupons, and dimensional checks against your fab drawing. You verify the process window before committing to volume.
Fast Iteration
Rev the Gerbers, re-upload, and a 2-layer spin turns in 24 hours. Because the same line runs your prototypes and your production, the process you validate on iteration three is the process that builds volume.
Prototype vs Production
| Prototype | Production | |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | 1 piece and up, no MOQ | Volume panels, cost-optimized |
| Goal | Validate design and process window | Repeatable yield at scale |
| Lead Time | 24 hours to a few days per spin | Planned against a delivery schedule |
| Process | Same IPC Class 2/3 line | Same IPC Class 2/3 line |
Because prototype and production share one qualified process, the transition to volume needs no re-qualification — the whole point of running your PCB prototype service and your production under the same roof.
FAQs
Prototype Ordering Questions
What is the minimum order for PCB prototypes?
One piece. No minimum order requirement and no setup fee premium for single-piece prototype orders.
How fast can I get prototype PCBs?
Standard 2-layer prototypes ship in 5 days. 4-6 layer in 7-8 days. HDI prototypes in 8-14 days depending on complexity. Rush options available for most board types.
Do you review my design before fabrication?
Yes. Every prototype order includes free engineering DFM review within 12 hours. We catch manufacturability issues before they become expensive respins.
What file formats do you accept?
Gerber RS-274X (preferred), ODB++, IPC-2581. Include drill files, board outline, stackup spec, and impedance requirements if applicable.
Is prototype quality the same as production?
Yes. We use the same IPC Class 2/3 manufacturing processes for prototypes and production runs. No quality shortcuts on small orders.
Can I order prototypes of complex boards (HDI, RF)?
Absolutely. This is our specialty. We prototype HDI up to 4-step, Rogers/PTFE RF boards, and rigid-flex — boards that other prototype services reject.
Ready to prototype?
Upload your Gerber files for instant pricing. 1-piece MOQ, engineering review included.
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