Engineered with high-precision requirements, photochemically etched carriers provide unmatched precision, uniformity, and customization for securing, protecting, and aligning delicate components, including semiconductor chips and integrated circuits with flexible and rigid circuit boards during assembly and processing. Carriers ensure that electrical systems maintain functionality through harsh conditions. We use a unique combination of photochemical machining and finishing to create high-quality carriers that prevent thermal damage to heat-sensitive components.
With over 40 years of experience, E-Fab leverages cutting-edge photochemical etching technology to produce carriers with intricate designs, high tolerances, and exceptional durability, meeting the unique demands of various industries. These high-performing carriers offer superior material stability and uniform thermal expansion characteristics to meet critical thermal parameters. We also offer a complete suite of value-added services like plating, which adds increased corrosion resistance properties, and forming, which adds design flexibility.
Through both our quality assurance and decades of experience, E-Fab combines that with the latest manufacturing technology and fabrication techniques to produce ultra-precise carriers. From concept to prototyping and full production, we can create intricately shaped carriers in various sizes, even those with complex part geometries and extremely tight tolerances. Understanding that our performance must be as consistent as the performance of your carrier, below are some areas where we focus our attention.
Ensure safe handling and minimize damage during assembly, transport, or processing. We understand the environmental conditions these precision carriers are subjected to, so we take the time to ensure your design is meticulously produced, regardless of complexity.
Maintain exact placement of components, improving efficiency and reducing errors in production workflows. We ensure your carriers meet tight tolerance requirements with unparalleled repeatability.
With in-house tooling and minimal set-up costs, photochemical etching enables complex, high-quality carrier designs without the need for expensive tooling or lengthy setup times, which means faster turnaround time.
Adapt to diverse requirements with carriers in varying thicknesses, materials, and geometries. Part revisions and design iterations can be performed quickly and affordably because of design flexibility.
Depending upon the environmental conditions of your application and the stresses it will be subjected to, certain materials will provide structural properties that allow for the ideal performance of the carrier. E-Fab has experience with a multitude of programs across various sectors that have allowed us to understand different materials and where they can be best utilized.
Ideal for strength, corrosion resistance, and repeated use in demanding environments.
Excellent for electrical conductivity, durability, and fatigue resistance in electronics.
High strength-to-weight ratio and biocompatibility, suitable for medical device applications.
Exceptional resistance to heat and wear for high-temperature industrial applications.
Carriers are used in a wide range of applications and industries. For years, E-Fab has made carriers used in mission-critical applications such as flight control and navigation systems in the aerospace and defense industries. The following are some of the industries that employ our high-quality carriers:
Semiconductor Manufacturing: Secure wafers, microchips, and other delicate components during processing and transport.
Aerospace: Support lightweight, high-precision parts in assembly and manufacturing.
Medical Devices: Protect intricate medical components, ensuring alignment and sterility during production.
Electronics: Align and handle delicate circuit boards, connectors, and microelectronic assemblies.
Energy: Facilitate precise handling of components in renewable energy technologies, such as solar panels and batteries.
Industrial Equipment: Improve efficiency in high-volume production and assembly lines.
We have the resources and capabilities to take on challenging projects. Our engineering team doesn’t stop until the parts and services meet your specifications and perform as expected.
Our experience and ability to think creatively have made E-Fab a trusted partner to our customers and a leading PCE carrier supplier. Contact us today to request a quote for your project.
We are an expert team of engineers, manufacturers, and quality assurance specialists that deliver precision parts with ultimate accuracy. We serve technology companies, defense contractors, medical equipment manufacturers, and innovators from our Santa Clara, California headquarters.
We’d love to hear about your challenges and answer your questions. Reach out, and let’s get it done.
1075 Richard Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
1009 Timothy Drive
San Jose, CA 95133
Main Phone: (408) 727-5218
Fax: (408) 988-3342
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