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At PCB Trace, we deliver high-quality printed circuit boards for engineers who demand reliability.
No market hype. Just precision manufacturing, fast turnaround, and boards that work.
Whether you need prototypes or production runs — rigid, flex, or HDI — we've got you covered.
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What Are PCBs Made Of?
A printed circuit board (PCB) is a sandwich of non-conductive and conductive layers bonded together. The materials vary depending on your application — from simple consumer electronics to high-frequency aerospace systems.
Standard 2-Layer PCB Stackup
A typical double-sided PCB consists of:
During assembly, tin/lead or lead-free solder attaches components to exposed copper pads or plated through-holes.
Three Main PCB Material Types
FR-4 is the industry workhorse — ideal for prototyping and small to medium production runs. Metal-core PCBs (typically aluminum) solve thermal problems. Heat dissipates through the metal base, extending product life. PTFE-based laminates are used when signal integrity at high frequencies is critical (radar, 5G, aerospace).
Major PCB Material Suppliers & Brands
Other US-based suppliers: INSULECTRO (Lake Forest, CA), ThermalWorks (Santa Ana, CA), SABIC (Pittsfield, MA).
Major PCB Material Suppliers & Brands
View your Gerber files in a separate viewer before submitting — catching errors early saves money.
Final Takeaway
The materials in your PCB directly affect performance, reliability, and cost.
FR-4 works for most applications. Metal-core solves thermal problems. PTFE is for high-frequency demands.
Not sure what you need? Send us your specs. We'll recommend the right material — at the right price.
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