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Notes on PCB design, fabrication and Gerber files

Practical articles for people who design and order circuit boards: manufacturer comparisons, fabrication rules, file formats and the mistakes that are cheaper to catch before the boards are made.

23 September 2026 · 6 min read

PCB manufacturers compared: European fabs vs JLCPCB, PCBWay and OSH Park in 2026

Prices, lead times and capabilities of eight PCB manufacturers, and what the July 2026 EU customs change adds to a cheap order from China.

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