Bungard PCB Material - Single Sided - 570 mm x 510 mm - 5 pc(s)

Bungard manufactures single-sided PCB materials with no photo-coating on an FR4 substrate. Each sh...

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This Bungard single-sided PCB material is designed for electronics enthusiasts and educational purposes, offering a straightforward substrate for creating custom circuit boards. Its primary benefit is its simplicity, making it ideal for prototyping and learning. A potential caveat is its lack of photo-coating, requiring manual circuit design methods. Each pack contains five sheets of FR4 material, each measuring 570 mm by 510 mm.

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Model Part Number020306E10-5
BrandBungard

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FAQs

What is this material used for?

This material is primarily used for prototyping electronic circuits, educational projects, and creating custom single-layer circuit boards.

Does it come with a photo-coating?

No, this is a single-sided PCB material with no photo-coating. Circuit designs must be applied manually.

What are the dimensions of each sheet?

Each sheet measures 570 mm by 510 mm.

How many sheets are in a pack?

A pack contains five sheets of PCB material.

What kind of circuits can I make with this?

You can create a wide variety of single-layer circuits, suitable for hobbyist electronics, simple power supplies, audio circuits, and educational demonstrations.

What tools are needed to work with this PCB material?

You will need tools for circuit design transfer, etching (like ferric chloride or similar), drilling, cutting, and soldering.

Is this suitable for double-sided PCBs?

No, this is specifically single-sided PCB material. For double-sided PCBs, you would need a different product.

Troubleshooting

Copper not etching cleanly

Ensure your etchant solution is fresh and at the recommended temperature. Check that your circuit design transfer is clear and complete.

Drill bits breaking during hole drilling

Use appropriate drill bits for PCB drilling (e.g., carbide bits). Ensure the material is securely clamped and drill at a steady, controlled speed.

Poor solder adhesion

Clean the copper surface thoroughly with fine-grit sandpaper or an abrasive pad before soldering. Ensure your soldering iron is at the correct temperature and use appropriate solder and flux.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Easy to handle and work with for beginners.
  • Cost-effective for educational and hobbyist projects.
  • Large surface area allows for complex single-layer designs.
  • Standard FR4 material provides good durability.

Cons

  • Requires manual design methods as it's not photo-coated.
  • Not suitable for high-density or complex double-sided circuit designs.
  • May require specific tools for etching and cutting.

Setup, Compatibility & Care

Setup: This material is a raw PCB substrate. To use it, you will need to design your circuit layout manually, transfer it to the copper surface (e.g., using a permanent marker or toner transfer method), and then etch away the unwanted copper using an appropriate etchant solution. After etching, drill holes for components and solder them in place.

Compatibility: Compatible with standard PCB design software for layout planning and common electronic components. Requires basic PCB fabrication tools such as etching solutions, drills, and soldering equipment.

Care: Store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight to prevent oxidation of the copper layer. Handle with clean hands to avoid transferring oils and dirt, which can interfere with etching or adhesion. Ensure proper ventilation when working with etching chemicals.

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