RFQ preparation

PCB Quote Preparation Tool

Prepare the PCB, PCBA, and box-build details an engineering team needs before quote review.

Required readiness

40%2 of 5 required

Missing required items: BOM with manufacturer part numbers, Pick-and-place / CPL file, Assembly drawing and polarity notes.

Optional items completed: 0

Project requirements

Fill the fields you already know. Leave uncertain values as notes for review.

File readiness

Generated RFQ summary

Use this text as a quick internal handoff or quote request starting point.

PCB / PCBA RFQ preparation summary
Project type: PCB assembly
Lifecycle: Prototype
Quantity: 50
Layer count: 4
Board size: 100 x 80 mm
Finished thickness: 1.6 mm
Copper weight: 1 oz
Surface finish: ENIG
Controlled impedance: No / not sure
Missing required files or notes: BOM with manufacturer part numbers, Pick-and-place / CPL file, Assembly drawing and polarity notes
Additional notes: None

This checklist improves RFQ completeness, but final pricing still depends on engineering review, manufacturing capability, component sourcing, and quality requirements.

PCB fabrication requirements

  • Gerber and NC drill files exported from the same design revision
  • Layer count, board size, finished thickness, copper weight, and surface finish
  • Solder mask color, silkscreen color, panelization need, and special routing notes
  • Controlled impedance target and stackup request when required

Assembly requirements

  • BOM with designator, quantity, value, package, and manufacturer part number
  • Pick-and-place file with rotation and side information
  • Assembly drawing for polarity, connector orientation, no-fit parts, and special process notes
  • Inspection, programming, conformal coating, or functional test requirements

Engineering review notes

  • Tell the supplier which specs are fixed and which can be adjusted for manufacturability
  • Flag critical components, approved alternates, lifecycle risk, and sourcing constraints
  • Include target delivery date and whether partial shipment is acceptable