Printed circuit boards, also known as flexible printed circuits (FPC), are made from flexible polymer substrates such as polyimide or polyester. Unlike rigid printed circuit boards, they can be bent and adapted to different form factors.

They are ideal for applications in consumer electronics, the automotive sector, medical technology, aerospace, battery packs and IoT devices.

Advantages of printed circuit boards (FPC)

• Space-saving & lightweight:
  Printed circuit boards are particularly thin and light, making them ideal for space-critical applications. They can be installed in areas where conventional PCBs would fail.
• Extended design possibilities:
  Printed circuit boards can be single or multi-layered, offering maximum design freedom. We provide customised advice to ensure that your solutions are tailored to the specific requirements of your project.
• Thermal efficiency:
  Thanks to the use of polyimide and other high-quality materials, Printed circuit boards are characterised by outstanding thermal conductivity and thermal stability. They improve air circulation and contribute to better heat dissipation, resulting in a longer service life and higher performance of your devices.
• Reliability & longevity:
  Printed circuit boards offer fewer connection points compared to rigid solutions and are therefore less prone to connection errors. By utilising the latest materials and manufacturing techniques, we ensure that our traces perform reliably even under challenging conditions.

Configuration options for printed circuit boards

Our flexible printed circuit boards are available in a variety of configurations to suit your individual requirements:
 

• Single-sided circuits: A cost-effective solution for simple applications.
• Double-sided circuits: Provide more space for components and more complex circuits.
• Multi-layer circuits: Ideal for highly complex systems where multiple connections are required.
• Rigid-flex circuits: Combining the robustness of rigid circuits with the flexibility of flexible printed circuit boards, these are perfect for hybrid and demanding applications.

Printed circuit boards are the perfect solution for modern, compact and high-performance electronics applications. They offer a unique combination of design freedom, thermal efficiency and reliability that is superior to conventional rigid PCBs.

Practice example battery pack

The centre tap for batteries ensures that each cell in a battery pack can be monitored and balanced (varying degrees of discharge of individual cells), increasing efficiency and safety. 
Flexible printed circuit boards are ideal for connecting cells because they are lightweight, customisable and resistant. 
By integrating NTC sensors, temperature monitoring can be carried out, providing further protection for the battery.

Areas of use

Printed circuit boards are widely used in various industries:

• consumer electronics
• automotive industry
• medical technology
• aerospace
• industrial applications
• e-mobility (battery/battery packs)

In the field of Printed circuit boards, we offer customised advice tailored to your specific requirements. We support you in selecting the right materials and design concepts to achieve the best possible performance for your application. Get in touch with us.