Lead times
Quick-turn applies to prototypes up to 1 m². Standard prototype times are for up to 1 m². Production times assume 10–100 m² for through-hole boards and 10–50 m² for HDI.
Through-hole boards
| Layers | Quick-turn | Standard prototype | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 layers | 24 hours | 4 days | 7–10 days |
| 4 layers | 24 hours | 6 days | 12–15 days |
| 6 layers | 72 hours | 7 days | 15–16 days |
| 8 layers | 72 hours | 8 days | 17–18 days |
| 10 layers | 72 hours | 9 days | 19–20 days |
| 12 layers | 4 days | 10 days | 19–20 days |
| 14 layers | 5 days | 12 days | 19–20 days |
| 16 layers | 6 days | 13 days | 20–23 days |
| 18 layers | 7 days | 15 days | 20–23 days |
HDI boards
| Structure | Quick-turn | Standard prototype | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 layers, 1 step | 72 hours | 11 days | 11–13 days |
| 6 layers, 1 step | 72 hours | 12 days | 12–15 days |
| 6 layers, 2 steps | 8 days | 15 days | 16–18 days |
| 8 layers, 1 step | 7 days | 13 days | 13–15 days |
| 8 layers, 2 steps | 9 days | 15 days | 18–20 days |
| 8 layers, 3 steps | 12 days | 16 days | 20–22 days |
| 10 layers, 1 step | 7 days | 14 days | 15–18 days |
| 10 layers, 2 steps | 10 days | 17 days | 18–20 days |
| 10 layers, 3 steps | 14 days | 18 days | 23–25 days |
- Lead time counts working days from file approval (engineering questions answered), not from order placement.
- Special materials such as Rogers or PTFE, heavy copper and some finishes can add time. We confirm the exact date with your quote.
- Shipping time is not included. International orders usually ship by express courier such as DHL, FedEx or UPS.
Questions engineers ask us
What does quick-turn cost?
Quick-turn carries a surcharge that depends on layer count and how much faster than standard you need it. Your quote shows standard and quick-turn prices side by side.
When does the clock start?
When your files are approved, which means any engineering questions have been answered. Rush jobs get engineering questions the same day.
Send your design. Let’s build it properly.
Upload Gerber or ODB++, stack-up and quantities. Standard PCB quotes usually take 30 minutes in working hours; HDI, rigid-flex and special materials usually take up to 24 hours.