Automotive
PCB Solutions for the Automotive Industry
PCB Connect supports automotive companies with reliable Printed Circuit Board solutions for an industry where electronics play an increasingly critical role in safety, performance, connectivity, electrification and long-term product reliability.
Built for Automotive Demands
Modern vehicles depend on advanced electronic systems that must perform consistently in demanding environments. This places high expectations on PCB quality, material control, documentation, traceability, supplier management and long-term supply chain stability.
As a global PCB partner with local presence, PCB Connect helps automotive customers manage these requirements through qualified manufacturing partners, structured quality follow-up, documentation support and close customer dialogue.
Our goal is to build long-term partnerships that help customers reduce risk, improve visibility and secure reliable PCB supply over time.
PCB Solutions for Modern Automotive Applications
Automotive electronics must meet strict requirements for reliability, consistency and process control. Whether used in passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, electric mobility or supporting infrastructure, PCBs are a critical part of today’s automotive technology.
Our role is to help customers find PCB solutions that match technical requirements, quality expectations, documentation needs, production volumes and long-term supply chain strategy.
PCB Connect supports customers developing PCBs for applications such as
- Control units and electronic modules
- Sensor systems and camera technologies
- Infotainment and connectivity systems
- Battery management systems
- Charging and power electronics
- Electric vehicle systems
- Industrial and commercial vehicle electronics
- Mobility and transportation technology
- Safety-related electronics
- Lighting systems
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Automotive Quality and Compliance
The automotive industry requires robust quality systems, controlled processes, and clear supplier communication. PCB Connect supports customer requirements related to standards such as IATF 16949 and VDA.
IATF 16949 is the global quality management standard for the automotive industry, focused on process control, continuous improvement, defect prevention, and risk reduction across the supply chain.
PCB Connect helps customers manage the documentation, supplier coordination, and quality requirements needed for automotive PCB projects.
This creates clearer expectations, better communication, and stronger control from project launch through production.
IMDS and Material Declarations
Automotive projects often require detailed material documentation and environmental compliance reporting.
PCB Connect collaborates with qualified suppliers that can register PCB material declarations in IMDS, supporting transparency and compliance throughout the supply chain.
For PCBs used in larger automotive systems, accurate material reporting and well managed approval processes are essential from the outset.
By aligning documentation and supplier information early in the process, projects can move through approval stages more efficiently and with clear traceability.
PPAP Support for Automotive PCB Projects
Automotive projects often require a structured approval process before moving into production. PCB Connect supports customer requirements connected to PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), from level 1 to level 5 depending on the project scope and customer expectations. PPAP requirements are supported through the coordination of documentation, supplier input and approval activities throughout the process.
When new suppliers are evaluated for automotive customers, PCB Connect also supports the supplier approval process until the customer has approved the relevant PPAP documentation. This structured approach helps reduce risk, improve project control and create a more predictable transition from development to production.
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Documentation
Requirements reviewed and documentared.
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Supplier input
Supplier capability and PPAP data aligned.
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Approval Process
PPAP documentation reviewed and approved.
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Production
Transition to recurring production.
Supplier Qualification and Process Control
Quality is not only about the finished board. It is about the capability of the supplier, the stability of the process and the way production is controlled over time.
When conducting quality audits, PCB Connect focuses on key factors such as processes, working methods and skilled employees to secure a supplier’s capability to produce at the required quality level.
Important areas include:
Production & Process Capability
- Production process control
- Process stability
- Operator competence
Quality & Documentation
- Quality routines
- Traceability
- Documentation
Supplier Development & Performance
- Supplier communication
- Continuous improvement
- Long-term performance
Final Quality Control and Ongoing Follow up
PCB Connect follows automotive PCB production through structured inspection and supplier performance follow-up.
Our Final Quality Control teams check automotive PCBs according to relevant IPC standards, including IPC-A-600K and IPC-6012DA. PCB Connect also discusses automotive performance with suppliers on a monthly basis, follows up automotive business performance quarterly, and performs automotive audits annually.
This ongoing follow-up helps customers gain better visibility and stronger control across the supply chain.
Global Supply Chain Support for Automotive Customers
Automotive PCB sourcing requires more than access to production capacity. It requires a supply chain partner who understands quality expectations, timing, documentation, logistics, cost pressure and long-term production needs.
Because PCB Connect work with a selected supplier network, we can match each project with the right production setup based on technology, volume, quality requirements, lead time and supply chain risk. This gives customers flexibility without losing control.
We support Automotive customers with:
• Global PCB sourcing
• Local customer support
• Supplier selection and qualification
• IMDS and documentation coordination
• PPAP support
• Quality follow-up
• Production monitoring
• Logistics coordination
• Warehousing and scheduled deliveries
• Alternative sourcing when needed
• Long-term supply chain planning
FAQ
Common Customer Questions
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PCB Connect supports automotive customers with PCB sourcing, supplier coordination, quality follow-up, documentation support, IMDS material declarations, PPAP coordination and long-term supply chain planning.
Yes.
PCB Connect works according to customer requirements connected to IATF 16949 and VDA standards, supporting the quality language, documentation and supplier follow-up expected in automotive PCB projects.
Yes.
PCB Connect works with suppliers that can register PCB material declarations in IMDS, helping customers secure material transparency and environmental compliance documentation.
Yes.
PCB Connect supports PPAP requirements from level 1 to level 5, depending on customer and project requirements.
PCB Connect follows up automotive PCB quality through Final Quality Control, supplier performance reviews, IPC-based inspection, monthly supplier discussions, quarterly performance follow-up and annual automotive audits.
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