RELIABLE PCB FUNCTIONAL TESTING SERVICES IN AUSTIN
East/West Manufacturing provides comprehensive PCB Functional Testing (FCT) services in Austin, ensuring that every circuit board assembly meets performance, reliability, and compliance standards before deployment. Our Functional Circuit Testing process verifies that Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) function as intended, reducing failures and ensuring seamless integration into your final product.
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Functional Testing is a critical step in PCB manufacturing, offering a pass/fail validation before shipment. This process ranges from basic FCT Testing with simple “red light/green light” indicators to advanced Functional Circuit Testing, incorporating geospatial tracking, edge connector measurements, and firmware verification. By identifying potential defects early, we help businesses avoid costly errors and improve product reliability.
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In addition to Functional PCB Testing, our team also performs In-Circuit Testing (ICT) and firmware programming, including MAC and IP address assignments or software updates, ensuring complete compliance with your project’s specifications.
How Our PCB Functional Testing Process Works
A Functional Circuit Test replicates real-world conditions to ensure the Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) operates as expected. This involves connecting the Device Under Test (DUT) to a testing system that simulates its working environment. The FCT Testing process typically includes:​​
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Applying the required power supply and test parameters.
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Running a functional circuit test to assess signal integrity, response times, and component performance.
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Monitoring voltage levels and signal outputs at predefined checkpoints.
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Verifying firmware and software functionality based on customer specifications.