PCBA Copy and Repair is a combined service that replicates damaged or non-functional PCBs (via copy) and repairs faulty units—ideal for businesses with legacy equipment where replacement PCBs are obsolete, or for fixing damaged cloned PCBs to avoid production losses. It addresses two critical needs: sourcing hard-to-find PCBs and restoring faulty ones to working condition.

Key service components include:

PCB Copy for Obsolete/ Damaged Units: For non-functional PCBs (e.g., burnt components, broken traces), engineers first assess if copy is feasible—documenting intact parts of the PCB (via X-ray, scanning) and reverse-engineering the design. Cloned PCBs are fabricated to replace the damaged originals, with components sourced to match (or upgrade) the original specs.

Repair of Faulty PCBs: For damaged cloned or original PCBs, repairs focus on common issues:

Component Replacement: Swapping faulty parts (burnt ICs, leaking capacitors) with identical or compatible alternatives. Using hot-air rework stations for SMT components and soldering irons for THT parts.

Trace Repair: Fixing broken or corroded traces via wire bonding (for small gaps) or trace replacement (for large damages). Ensuring repaired traces match original impedance and current-carrying capacity.

Solder Joint Repair: Re-soldering cold joints, removing solder bridges, or replacing damaged pads (via pad reconstruction kits).

Testing Post-Repair/Copy: Repaired or cloned PCBs undergo electrical (continuity, voltage) and functional testing to confirm they work like the original. For critical applications (e.g., industrial control), environmental testing (temperature, vibration) is also performed.

This service saves businesses from costly equipment replacement (by repairing/cloning legacy PCBs) and reduces downtime. Providers use specialized repair tools (rework stations, trace repair kits) and have expertise in handling obsolete components.