4 Layer PCB

We have seen modifications in 4 layer PCB manufacturing over time. PCBs manufactured nowadays are different from conventional PCBs. This is because of the cost and other factors that affect the reliability and working of a PCB.

4 Layer PCB Selection Principle

Once you’ve decided on the number of layers ideal for PCB, you now have to think through the factors that make a multilayer PCB better than a single or double-layer PCB.

1. How to use PCB?
The first thing that you should consider is the usage of your PCB. Different kinds of PCBs are beneficial for different devices; also, the demands these devices will put on the PCB.

2. What Operation Frequency Is Needed?
When you’re considering all of the options, it is also essential to find what operation frequency it’ll be serving. Its parameter decides the capacity and functions of a Printed Circuit Board.

3. What is my budget?
Amongst other things, your budget and manufacturing costs of a single or double-layer PCB versus a multilayer PCB are also considerable. The prices increase as you move towards the advancements.

4. How Quickly Do I Need The PCBs?
The time to make a PCB also plays an important role. Different PCBs will take different periods to develop. The time needed to make a PCB depends upon the size of the board area.

The Benefits of The 4 Layer PCB Boards

There are many benefits of using a 4 layer PCB design, over and above it saves weight and space:

  • Manufacturing procedures for multilayer PCBs result in reliable and high-quality products
  • The functionality of the boards can be increased if we stack multiple layers
  • A 4 layer PCB offers a higher density of assembly
  • 4 layer PCBs can be manufactured in both flexible and rigid construction. But it would be best if you kept in mind that as the number of layers increases, the flexibility of the PCB decreases.
  •  A 4 layer PCB by their natural electrical properties offers high speed and high capacity in a smaller area or board.
  •  Connectors needed for many separate PCBs are eliminated or decreases. It also simplifies the construction and reduces the weight as well.
Layer PCB Specifications
Multi Layers 1-2-4
PCB Material FR-4
Available Color Green, Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black
Silk Screen White, Black
Maximum Size 45cm X 120cm
Minimum Qty 5pcs
Board Thickness 0.6mm,0.8mm, 1.0mm, 1.2mm, 1.6mm
Thickness Tolerance (t≥1.0mm) ± 10%
Thickness Tolerance (t<1.0mm) ± 0.1mm
Insulation Layer Thickness 0.075mm--5.00mm
Minimum PCB Track 6mil (Recommend >8mil)
Minimum Track / Vias Space 6mil (Recommend >8mil)
Minimum Pads Space 8mil
Min Clearance Between Traces and Through Holes 16mil
Minimum Silkscreen Text Size 32mil
Out Layer Copper Thickness 1oz(35um)
Inner Layer Copper Thickness 1oz(35um)
Drilling Hole (Mechanical) 0.3mm—6.35mm
Drill Diameter Tolerance (unplated) 0.05mm
Drill Diameter Tolerance (plated) 0.1mm
Outline Tolerance (Mechanical) ±0.20mm
Aspect Ratio 8:1
Solder Mask Type Photosensitive ink
SMT Min Solder Mask Width 0.25mm
Min Solder Mask Clearance 0.25mm
Solder Mask Thickness 15um
Surface Finish HASL, HASL (Lead-free), ENIG.
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