PCB Depaneling Methods and Their Characteristics

PCB depaneling is a critical process in electronics manufacturing. It directly affects board quality and component reliability. This article analyzes seven common depaneling methods: manual breaking, die cutting, sliding-type depaneling, guillotine cutting, saw blade separation, milling (router) depaneling, and laser cutting. 1. Manual Depaneling Manual depaneling includes two types: by hand or with tools such as pliers or fixtures. Using fixtures improves efficiency compared to cutting with pliers. This method is often referred to as manual breaking. Advantages: Disadvantages: Manual depaneling is best for “stamp hole” connected PCBs with low-stress connections. For other connection types, this method is not advised. 2. Die Cutting Die cutting uses specialized molds for fast, […]
A Deep Dive into the GAM 320A Automatic PCB Router Machine

The GAM 320A automatic PCB router machine is built for manufacturers who demand precision, speed, and reliability. It’s a compact, high-performance router that fits perfectly into modern SMT production lines. If you’re working with small or mid-sized PCBs and need clean, accurate cuts, this machine delivers. ⚙️ Precision Engineering That Performs The GAM 320A is powered by a high-speed spindle motor.Cutting precision reaches ±0.01 mm.Repeatability is locked at ±0.005 mm.This means clean edges, no burrs, and consistent quality. Its rigid frame reduces vibration, keeping every cut stable and sharp—even at high speeds. 🔄 Dual Table for Continuous Production Dual working platforms allow for loading and unloading at the same time.While […]
Fixture cost is reduced to zero! Seprays GAM380AT fully automatic PCB depaneling machine sets off a small batch revolution

01—The century-old problem of small batches of PCBs: the tyranny of fixtures Customization fees suck blood: each new board costs more than ¥3000, and 20 orders cost 60,000? Changing lines is like moving: 4 hours to adjust the machine, to meet the delivery deadline, the production line is shut down, and a penalty is paid Warehouses become graveyards: piles of fixtures occupy 30 square meters of prime workshops Until this equipment appeared – Seprays GAM380AT online PCB milling cutter board splitter (Actual photo of the GAM380AT machine in action: the bottom milling cutter accurately cuts the PCB board) 02—Three major black technologies kick “fixture hegemony” into the historical trash can […]