PCB Review
A new board revision costs money and weeks. I check your schematic and layout for robustness before you order, and give you a report of what to fix and why, so you can order with confidence.
Typically $300–$750
Depends on board size and complexity. Typical delivery in 2–3 business days. Applying the fixes is an optional add-on.
Who it is for
- You designed the board yourself and want a professional second opinion.
- Another designer made the board and you want to be sure it is right.
- You are about to order boards and want to avoid a costly respin.
What you get
- A review report with a summary of all findings, each one with its severity.
- For each finding: the current design, my assessment and the recommended fix, with screenshots of the schematic and layout.
- DFM/DFA checks against your manufacturer’s capabilities.
How it works
- 1
Send your files
KiCad or EasyEDA project, or schematic PDF and Gerbers.
- 2
I review
Schematic, layout and manufacturing files, one by one.
- 3
You get the report
Every issue with its severity and a recommended fix.
Questions
My board already works. Why get a review?
A board can work on the bench and still fail later: at power-up, with noise, or with parts from a different batch. I check the design for robustness, so you can trust it when you build more units.
Which files do you need?
Ideally the KiCad or EasyEDA project. If you only have a schematic PDF and Gerbers, send them and I will tell you what I can review with them.
Will you fix the issues for me?
The review is a report of findings, so you or your designer can apply the fixes. If you want me to update the design too, add it to the review as an extra. I quote it once I know what needs to change.
Do you check for a specific manufacturer?
Yes. Tell me where you will order the boards and I check the design against that manufacturer’s capabilities.
Can you sign an NDA?
Yes. Most clients ask for one, and I sign it before you share any files. Send me your NDA with your first message.
- Confidential by default: I sign your NDA before you share any files.
- You get a fixed quote before I start, after I check your schematic or requirements. No surprises after.
- Prices in US dollars. Taxes not included.
- Extra services: firmware development and hardware testing, quoted separately.
Need a PCB designer, without a full-time hire?
Startup, scale-up, product company or entrepreneur? Tell me what you need. I reply within 1 business day, and you get a fixed quote once I see your files.