Rigid-Flex PCB

The Rigid-flex PCB, also known as Printed Circuit Boards, seamlessly blends rigid and flexible board technologies into one unified unit.

The feature is multiple layers of rigid PCB material intertwined with flexible circuit layers. This innovative design facilitates folding or bending to fit snugly into confined or irregularly shaped spaces within a device.

Despite this flexibility, but they maintain the structural integrity and reliability characteristic of rigid boards.

When to Choose Rigid-Flex PCB

In conditions of high vibration, lightweight, and particularly demanding lifespan requirements; for example, in aerospace, aviation, drones, automobiles, etc.
When space is limited in the design of circuitry and there is a need to flexibly connect two ends of PCBs.
To reduce manual costs when connecting two ends of PCBs.

In summary, Rigid-Flex PCBs can be chosen for conditions meeting the above criteria. They combine both rigid and flexible properties, save space, reduce costs, and are an economical, efficient, and long-lasting choice.

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Advantages

Advantages of Rigid-Flex PCB

Structural Stability: The Rigid-Flex PCBs combine rigid and flexible materials, providing enhanced structural stability during assembly and usage.
High Space Utilization: Rigid-flex PCBs allow circuitry to be arranged along curves or in three-dimensional spaces, maximizing internal device space utilization.
High Connection Reliability: Reducing the number of connection points and interconnects enhances overall reliability.
Reduced Assembly Costs: Rigid-Flex PCBs streamline assembly by reducing the number and complexity of connections, lowering overall assembly costs compared to multi-board rigid assemblies.

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Applications

Applications for Rigid-Flex PCB

Medical Devices: Used in medical instruments, surgery tools, and imaging devices for compact circuit layouts.

Aerospace: applications utilize Rigid-Flex PCBs in spacecraft, navigation systems, and communication equipment for lightweight design advantages.

Military: Employed in missile systems, military communication devices, and reconnaissance equipment for stability in harsh conditions.

Industrial Control: Applied in control systems, robotics, and sensors for reliability in complex environments.

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Capabilities

Our Capabilities

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Materials

Materials for Flexible circuits

Copper foil ——Flexible printed circuit boards (FPC)’s fundamental material is Copper foil. We press copper foil onto PI film to create the substrate, then etch it to form a conductive pattern, This allows the circuit to transmit signals and electricity efficiently.

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Polyimide film—— It has good mechanical properties and high-temperature resistance,
and withstanding the deformation of flexible circuits during use, like bending and stretching, twisting. Additionally, well it maintains stability and reliability in high-temperature environments.

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PI Stiffeners, Steel sheet Stiffeners, and FR4 Stiffeners are used in flexible circuits to enhance mechanical strength and stability. They act as supporting materials, laminated on one or both sides of the circuit board, providing extra support and stability. During use, PI Stiffeners reduce bending and twisting, minimizing damage and failure. Additionally, they offer extra protection, preventing damage and wear during operation.
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double-sided adhesive—— plays a role in providing mechanical support and stability in flexible circuits, bonding the circuit board firmly with other components to ensure reliability and stability.

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Single Sided Flex

Double Sided Flex

Multilayer Flex PCB

PCB Assembly

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