PCB & PCBA Manufacturer
Flexible Printed Circuit Manufacturers – OEM FPC Supplier
As flexible printed circuit manufacturers and an OEM FPC supplier, we specialize in building custom flexible circuits exactly to your specifications – not from a catalog of standard products.
Whether you need a simple 1-layer flex for a wearable device or a complex 4-layer FPC for a medical instrument, we manufacture to your Gerber files. Your design, your stackup, your material choices – we follow them precisely.
We are a true OEM partner, not a standardized catalog house.
What OEM FPC Manufacturing Means
| Aspect | Standard Catalog House | OEM FPC Supplier (Us) |
|---|---|---|
| Design ownership | Their standard only | Your design, unchanged |
| Layer count | Fixed options | 1 to 4 layers – your choice |
| Material choices | Limited stock | Any polyimide, RA copper – you choose |
| Modifications | May change to fit their process | No changes without approval |
| IP protection | Limited | NDA available, secure handling |
| Minimum quantity | Often high (500+) | Flexible (5 to 100,000+) |
| Engineering support | Basic | Full DFM review at no charge |
Why Choose an OEM FPC Supplier?
| Benefit | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Your design, your way | No forced changes to fit “standard” processes |
| Full IP protection | Your proprietary designs remain confidential |
| Long-term consistency | Same specification, same quality, every batch |
| Flexible volumes | Scale from prototype (5 pcs) to mass production (100k+) |
| Direct engineering support | Real engineers review your FPC design |
| Material freedom | Use your preferred polyimide, RA copper, adhesive |
| Competitive OEM pricing | Volume pricing as you scale |
What We Offer as Your OEM FPC Supplier
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Custom layer stackup | 1 to 4 layers (up to 6 on request) |
| Board thickness | 0.1mm to 0.4mm |
| Copper type | Rolled annealed (RA) standard – for dynamic flex |
| Copper weight | 0.5 oz or 1 oz |
| Min trace/spacing | 3 mil / 3 mil (0.075mm) |
| Coverlay | Yellow or black polyimide |
| Stiffeners | FR4, polyimide, or metal (where needed) |
| Surface finish | ENIG (preferred), HASL, Immersion Silver |
| PSA adhesive backing | Optional – for mounting |
| EMI shielding | Silver ink, copper layer, or shielding film |
FPC Material Options – OEM Flexibility
| Material | Standard | OEM Options |
|---|---|---|
| Base polyimide | DuPont Kapton | Equivalent or customer-specified |
| Copper – flex | RA copper (rolled annealed) | ED copper (static flex only) |
| Adhesive | Acrylic adhesive | Epoxy or adhesive-less |
| Coverlay | Polyimide (yellow/black) | Customer-specified color |
| Stiffener | FR4 (0.1-0.5mm) | Polyimide, metal (steel, aluminum) |
| Surface finish | ENIG | HASL, Immersion Silver, OSP |
Technical Specifications – OEM FPC Capabilities
| Parameter | Our OEM Capability |
|---|---|
| Layer count | 1 to 4 layers (6 layers on request) |
| Board thickness | 0.1mm to 0.4mm |
| Copper weight | 0.5 oz or 1 oz |
| Copper type | RA copper standard (rolled annealed) |
| Min trace width/spacing | 3 mil / 3 mil (0.075mm) |
| Min drill size | 0.15mm mechanical, 0.10mm laser |
| Bend radius (static) | Minimum 10x flex thickness |
| Bend radius (dynamic) | Minimum 30x flex thickness |
| Coverlay thickness | 0.5 mil or 1 mil |
| Stiffener thickness | 0.1mm to 0.5mm (FR4), 0.05-0.2mm (polyimide) |
| Surface finish | ENIG (preferred), HASL, Immersion Silver |
| PSA adhesive | 3M or equivalent – upon request |
| EMI shielding | Silver ink, copper layer, shielding film |
OEM FPC Manufacturing – Layer Stackup Options
| Type | Layer Stackup | Total Thickness | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single layer (1L) | Coverlay + Copper + Polyimide + Copper + Coverlay | 0.1-0.15mm | Simple flex, wearables |
| Double layer (2L) | Coverlay + Copper + Polyimide + Copper + Coverlay | 0.15-0.2mm | Standard FPC, sensors |
| Multilayer (4L) | Coverlay + Copper + Polyimide + Copper + Polyimide + Copper + Polyimide + Copper + Coverlay | 0.3-0.4mm | Complex FPC, high density |
| Rigid flex | Combination of FR4 rigid sections + polyimide flex | 0.6-1.6mm (rigid), 0.1-0.3mm (flex) | Component mounting + bending |
Our OEM Process for FPC
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1. You send Gerber files | Complete design including stackup, materials, specifications |
| 2. Sign NDA (optional) | For IP protection |
| 3. Free DFM review | We verify bend radius, trace routing, stackup – no changes without approval |
| 4. Quotation | Based exactly on your specifications |
| 5. First article (recommended) | 5-20 pieces for design validation |
| 6. Production | Built to your specifications, every batch |
| 7. 100% electrical test | Including flex continuity |
| 8. Secure shipping | Worldwide delivery |
OEM Partnership Tiers
| Tier | Volume | Services Included |
|---|---|---|
| Prototype OEM | 5-50 pieces | DFM review, design validation |
| Development OEM | 50-500 pieces | Pilot production, process optimization |
| Production OEM | 500-10,000 pieces | Volume pricing, consistent quality |
| Strategic OEM | 10,000+ pieces | Dedicated capacity, VMI, long-term agreement |
We grow with you – from first prototype to high-volume production.
Industries We Serve as OEM FPC Supplier
| Industry | Typical FPC Applications | Special Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Wearables | Smartwatches, fitness bands, hearing aids | Thin (0.1-0.2mm), small bend radius |
| Medical | Endoscopes, patient monitors, glucose sensors | High reliability, traceability |
| Consumer | Foldable phones, laptop hinges, cameras | Dynamic flexing, high volume |
| Automotive | Sensors, lighting, battery management | Temperature range, vibration |
| Industrial | Robotics, sensors, dynamic cabling | Rugged, long life |
| Aerospace | Avionics, satellite harnesses | High reliability, lightweight |
Why Choose Us as Your OEM FPC Supplier?
| Feature | What You Get |
|---|---|
| True OEM manufacturing | Your design, unchanged – no forced standardizations |
| Full IP protection | NDA available, secure file handling |
| RA copper standard | Withstands dynamic flexing (repeated bending) |
| Any layer count | 1 to 4 layers (6 on request) – your choice |
| Any quantity | 5 pieces to 100,000+ pieces |
| Free DFM review | Engineering check at no charge |
| First article sampling | Recommended before mass production |
| ISO9001 & UL certified | Quality guaranteed |
OEM Order Process
Send your design files – Gerber, stackup, specifications
Sign NDA (optional) – for IP protection
Free DFM review – we verify manufacturability
Receive quotation – based exactly on your specifications
First article (recommended) – 5-20 pieces for validation
Production – built to your exact specifications
100% electrical test
Secure shipping
Your design, your specifications, your IP. We are your manufacturing partner, not your design critic.
