PCBCart
PCBCart is a privately held EMS provider founded in 2005, delivering one-stop PCB fabrication, assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout, and box-build services to customers in 120+ countries from factories in China and Thailand under Singapore-headquartered SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2005
- HeadquartersHangzhou, China
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What PCBCart does
PCBCart is a privately held Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider specializing in PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout, and box-build assembly, serving more than 100,000-500,000 cumulative customers across 120+ countries over a 20-year operating history that began in 2005. Its offering is delivered as a one-stop integrated service: customers can configure and quote PCB fabrication (Standard, Prototype, and Advanced tiers covering FR4 through HDI up to 24 layers, flex, rigid-flex, aluminum, Rogers, thick copper, high-Tg, halogen-free) and PCB assembly (turnkey or consigned, SMT/THT/mixed, BGA/QFN down to 01005 and 0.4mm-pitch Micro-BGA/CSP) through a self-serve online platform with instant quoting and free DFM checking, with complex RFQs handled via inside-sales email within 1-2 working days.
The underlying technology stack includes automated SMT lines, 3D AOI, X-ray, 3D SPI with closed-loop process control, flying probe, vacuum reflow, selective soldering, automated conformal coating (IPC-CC-830), clean-room environment, and 100% AOI/X-ray/visual inspection. Manufacturing is performed at the China factory in Hangzhou (operated by General Circuits Co., Ltd.) and the newly opened Thailand factory in Samut Prakan (operated by Sota Electronics Co., Ltd.), with Singapore headquarters under SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD. and a US sales/support office in Katy, Houston.
The business model is primarily project-based, per-order revenue from PCB fabrication and assembly, complemented by quote-based revenue from PCB layout/engineering, components resale sourced through DigiKey and Mouser with internal QC verification, laser-cut stencil sales, and recurring Net 30 credit-account terms for repeat customers of six months or more. Go-to-market combines a product-led online ordering motion (pcbcart.com in eight languages), an inside-sales motion for complex RFQs, and direct enterprise engagement for HMLV and supply-chain-sensitive accounts, with quality systems certified to ISO 9001, UL (E336755), RoHS, IATF 16949 (box build), and IPC Class 3.
PCBCart firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PCBCart
- Legal name
- SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD.
- Website
- https://pcbcart.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2005
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- PCBCart is a privately held EMS provider founded in 2005, delivering one-stop PCB fabrication, assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout, and box-build services to customers in 120+ countries from factories in China and Thailand under Singapore-headquartered SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PCBCart industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electronics Manufacturing Services (PCB Fabrication and Assembly)
- NAICS
- Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing (334412), Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing (334418)
- SIC
- Printed Circuit Boards (3672), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- PCB Fabrication (Rigid PCBs) (HDAHAOAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial PCB & Substrate Components (Bare PCBs, rigid-flex, ceramic substrates, thick-film) (IMAGAJAM), PCB, Prototyping Boards & Etching Supplies Retail (CRACAKAF), PCB Assembly (PCBA/EMS) (HDAHAOAI)
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Where PCBCart is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Hangzhou
- HQ country
- China
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices4 records
Markets served
PCBCart business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- PCB Fabrication Sales: One-time project-based revenue from PCB fabrication orders (Prototype, Standard, Advanced PCB including HDI, flex/rigid-flex, aluminum, Rogers, heavy copper, etc.). Customers configure specs online, receive instant quote, place orders via online cart or RFQ, and pay per order via PayPal, wire transfer, or approved credit account. Standard lead time 7-12 working days; prototype 5-7 working days; standard PCB price starts at 2 days-5 weeks lead time.
- PCB Assembly Services (Turnkey and Consigned): One-time project revenue from PCB Assembly orders, fulfilled via either turnkey (PCBCart handles components sourcing from DigiKey/Mouser plus assembly) or consigned (customer supplies components). Includes SMT, THT, mixed, BGA/QFN, kit, and box-build assembly. Pricing is quote-based (RFQ submitted online), with standard lead time around 3-4 weeks and first article inspection options.
- PCB Layout and Engineering Services: Quote-based revenue from PCB layout work and engineering services. Customers send schematic/drawing and project requirements; PCBCart reviews, quotes, and delivers PCB layout up to 64 layers with support for 150,000+ PIN, validation and re-engineering. Lead time 3-10 days.
- Components Sourcing (Resale): Revenue from procurement of components on behalf of customers as part of turnkey PCBA orders, sourced via a reliable channel built with reputable agents such as DigiKey and Mouser, with internal QC department verification of part quality.
- Stencil Sales: One-time revenue from laser-cut stencils ordered alongside PCB/assembly quotes; standard lead time 1-2 working days after production file confirmation.
- Credit Account Receivables (Net 30 Terms): Recurring/extended-payment revenue stream from approved credit accounts offering 30-day payment terms to clients with frequent order history over six months or more, enabling closer working-capital ties with repeat customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Prototype PCB service - quick-turn, low-cost |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard PCB Fab - full-feature FR4 mass production |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Advanced PCB Fab - complex boards |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PCB Assembly - turnkey or consigned |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | PCB Layout / Engineering |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Box Build Assembly / Advanced Assembly Solution |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Approved Credit Account (Net 30) |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
PCBCart product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PCBCart is a one-stop Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that combines PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout design, and box-build assembly under a single online quote-and-order platform. The company manufactures physical printed circuit boards (Prototype, Standard, and Advanced PCB types including HDI, flex/rigid-flex, aluminum, Rogers, heavy copper, high-Tg, halogen-free) and assembles SMT/THT/BGA boards (turnkey or consigned), serving customers globally from factories in China and Thailand with 100,000+ customers across 120+ countries.
Product overview
PCBCart is a single integrated Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) platform that combines PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout, and box-build assembly under one roof — not a multi-product SaaS suite but a unified manufacturing service offering delivered through its online quote-and-order system. The platform is anchored by two core service pillars: PCB Fabrication (Standard PCB, PCB Prototype, and Advanced PCB Fabrication covering Aluminum, HDI, Flex, Flex-Rigid, High Frequency, Thick Copper, High-Tg, Halogen-Free, and LED PCB types) and PCB Assembly (Prototype, Low Volume, High Volume, Turnkey, Consigned, BGA Assembly, and the Advanced Assembly Solution / Box Build). These are complemented by supporting offerings: Components Sourcing, PCB Layout Service, and Laser Stencil manufacturing. Operational delivery is split across its China factory (Hangzhou, operated by GENERAL CIRCUITS CO., LTD), the newly launched Thailand factory (Sota Electronics Co., LTD in Samut Prakan Province), and Singapore HQ (SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD). The platform serves HMLV (High-Mix Low-Volume) and precision PCB assembly needs globally, with 100,000+ customers across 120+ countries.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- PCBCart Thailand: PCBCart's Thailand factory brand/operations (operated by Sota Electronics Co., LTD), focused on high-reliability, high-density PCB assembly.
Products and services
- PCB Assembly Service One-stop PCB assembly service offered as turnkey or consigned fulfillment, supporting 1-10,000+ pcs, IPC Class 3 quality grade, lead times as short as 2 days, with AOI, X-ray, SPI, and ICT inspection. Designed for OEMs, R&D teams, and product companies needing flexible, on-demand assembly with or without PCBCart-supplied components.
- Standard PCB Fabrication Full-feature FR4 PCB fabrication service supporting 1-32 layers, 1-1 million pcs, IPC Class 2 standard, and lead times from 2 days to 5 weeks with no minimum order quantity. Targeted at OEMs and product companies needing volume production of standard FR4 boards.
- PCB Prototype Fabrication Quick-turn, low-cost prototype PCB fabrication supporting 1-8 layers, 5-1,000 pcs, IPC Class 2 standard, 2-9 day lead time, FR4 material, and no tooling cost. Designed for engineers, R&D teams, and individual designers validating designs before volume production.
- Advanced PCB Fabrication Complex PCB fabrication service (IPC Class 3) covering 1-32 layers and advanced board types including aluminum, HDI up to 24 layers, flexible PCB, flex-rigid PCB, high-frequency (Rogers) PCB, thick copper (up to 5.5oz) PCB, high-Tg (170) PCB, halogen-free PCB, and LED PCB with 12-15 day lead time. Serves customers with high-reliability, miniaturization, or thermal-management requirements in medical, communications, automotive, and industrial applications.
- BGA Assembly Specialized Ball Grid Array (BGA) and QFN PCB assembly service supporting high pin density packages such as microprocessors, FPGAs, and WiFi chips, including Micro-BGA, CSP, and 0.4mm-pitch BGA placement. Targeted at customers building complex, high-density electronic products.
- Advanced Assembly Solution (Box Build) Ready-to-ship electronic product assembly (Box Build) covering simple to multi-component systems with tailored specifications, including cable/harness and electro-mechanical assembly, testing, and packaging. Certified ISO9001, IATF16949, RoHS, UL. Targeted at OEMs wanting final-product assembly rather than just PCBs.
- PCB Layout Service PCB layout design optimization service supporting up to 64 layers and 150,000+ pins across rigid, flex, rigid-flex, and HDI boards, with validation and re-engineering, delivered in 3-10 days. Targeted at engineers needing expert PCB layout design or re-engineering before fabrication.
- Components Sourcing Component sourcing service procuring electronic components from authorized distributors such as DigiKey and Mouser on behalf of customers, with internal QC department verification of part quality. Used as part of turnkey PCB Assembly projects to relieve customers of supply-chain complexity.
- Laser Stencil Laser-cut SMT stencils with trapezium-shaped cuts for higher accuracy than chemical-etch stencils, ordered alongside PCB or assembly quotes with standard lead time of 1-2 working days after production file confirmation. Targeted at customers running SMT assembly in-house or as part of a PCBA project.
- Turnkey PCB Assembly Full turnkey PCB assembly fulfillment where PCBCart handles components sourcing (from authorized distributors), PCB fabrication, and assembly under one service. Targeted at customers who want a single vendor accountable for the entire BOM-to-board process.
- Consigned PCB Assembly Consigned PCB assembly where the customer supplies the components and PCBCart handles assembly using customer-provided parts. Targeted at customers who already have their own components and only need PCBCart's assembly capacity.
- Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Comprehensive Electronics Manufacturing Services integrating PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, and components sourcing for high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) production. Delivered from factories in China and Thailand with online quoting and reorder support. Targeted at customers needing a single EMS partner across the full electronics manufacturing value chain.
Quantifiable outcome
- Served 100,000+ customers across 120+ countries (homepage hero stat)
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use PCBCart
Customer profileSegments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
PCBCart technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration5 records
Feature8 records
PCBCart partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.
- DigiKeycoreDigiKey is one of the two primary component sources PCBCart relies on for turnkey PCB Assembly. PCBCart has built a reliable components sourcing channel using reputable agents such as DigiKey and Mouser, with an internal QC department verifying part quality. Customers are assured parts come from these authorized distributors.
- Mouser ElectronicscoreMouser is the second primary component source for PCBCart's turnkey PCB Assembly, alongside DigiKey. The relationship underpins PCBCart's promise that all components are purchased from reputable agents with internal quality verification.
- DHLcoreDHL is one of the default express shipping carriers used by PCBCart to ship circuit boards and assembled products internationally. PCBCart benefits from a long-term partnership that yields shipping discounts for customers.
- UPScoreUPS is one of the default express shipping carriers used by PCBCart, supporting international delivery of PCB and PCBA orders with discounted rates via partnership.
- FedExcoreFedEx (FEDEX) is one of the default express shipping carriers used by PCBCart, providing international express delivery of PCB and assembled boards.
- TNTminorTNT is listed among the express shipping carriers PCBCart uses to deliver circuit boards internationally, alongside DHL, UPS, and FedEx.
- SOTATRONIX PTE. LTD.flagshipSOTATRONIX PTE. LTD. is the corporate entity operating the Singapore Headquarter of PCBCart (Parkview Square). It also issued the official 2025 announcement of PCBCart's strategic expansion to Thailand. Effectively the parent/holding entity of the PCBCart brand globally.
- Sota Electronics Co., LTDflagshipSota Electronics Co., LTD operates the Thailand Factory of PCBCart at Asia Industrial Estate, Samut Prakan Province. Officially opened as a strategic manufacturing expansion in 2025; specializes in high-reliability, high-density PCB assembly including HDI, Micro-BGA, CSP, SMT, THT, Mixed, BGA/QFN, and Kit Assembly.
- GENERAL CIRCUITS CO., LTDflagshipGENERAL CIRCUITS CO., LTD operates the China Factory of PCBCart at NO.163 Wu Chang Avenue, Yuhang District, Hangzhou. This is the original PCBCart manufacturing base delivering PCB fabrication, assembly, components sourcing, and EMS services for global customers.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
PCBCart competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Jabil: Global tier-1 EMS provider offering PCB fabrication, assembly, box build, and supply chain services across consumer, automotive, healthcare, and industrial verticals. Comparable on full-stack EMS but at vastly larger scale and with focus on high-volume enterprise programs rather than HMLV online ordering.
- Flex (Flextronics): Global tier-1 EMS provider offering PCB design, fabrication, assembly, and full product lifecycle services across multiple industries. Overlaps with PCBCart's EMS stack but operates at vastly larger scale and serves enterprise customers with high-volume programs.
- Sanmina: Global tier-1 EMS and PCB manufacturer with integrated fabrication, assembly, and box-build capabilities across communications, medical, industrial, and automotive. Comparable on end-to-end EMS and PCB fab services, but serves a much larger enterprise customer base.
Regional players
- Sierra Circuits: US-based PCB manufacturer specializing in quick-turn prototypes and high-mix low-volume production with strong HDI and advanced capability. Overlaps with PCBCart's advanced PCB fabrication and HMLV assembly, but primarily serves North America.
- AdvancedPCB (Advanced Circuits): US-based quick-turn PCB fabrication specialist serving North American customers with prototype and production PCBs. Comparable to PCBCart on quick-turn prototype PCB and small-batch HMLV production, but primarily serves a different geography.
Direct peers
- Seeed Studio (Fusion PCB / OPL): Shenzhen-based hardware platform offering Fusion PCB prototyping, PCB assembly, components sourcing, and OPL (open parts library) services targeting makers, engineers, and small OEMs. Overlaps PCBCart on prototype-to-low-volume PCB fab/assembly and turnkey components sourcing.
- ALLPCB: China-based online PCB fabrication and assembly marketplace with instant quoting, HDI/flex capabilities, and global shipping. Directly competes with PCBCart's online self-serve model across prototype and standard PCB orders.
- NextPCB: Online PCB prototyping, fabrication, and assembly service with instant quoting, HDI support, and global delivery. Closely comparable to PCBCart on product offering (PCB fab + assembly) and self-serve online GTM.
- JLCPCB: Shenzhen-based online PCB fabrication and assembly platform offering instant quoting, prototype-to-volume fab, SMT assembly, and components sourcing. Most direct competitor to PCBCart in the online self-serve PCB/PCBA space, with overlapping HMLV positioning and global shipping.
- PCBWay: China-based PCB prototyping, fabrication, and assembly service with online instant quoting, HDI/flex/rigid-flex capabilities, and global shipping. Closely matches PCBCart's online quote-and-order model, HMLV specialty, and multi-region customer base.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
PCBCart social profiles
Digital presencePCBCart compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
PCBCart financial estimates
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PCBCart leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
PCBCart subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
PCBCart funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
PCBCart M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about PCBCart
What does PCBCart do?
PCBCart is a one-stop Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that combines PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, components sourcing, PCB layout design, and box-build assembly under a single online quote-and-order platform. The company manufactures physical printed circuit boards (Prototype, Standard, and Advanced PCB types including HDI, flex/rigid-flex, aluminum, Rogers, heavy copper, high-Tg, halogen-free) and assembles SMT/THT/BGA boards (turnkey or consigned), serving customers globally from factories in China and Thailand with 100,000+ customers across 120+ countries.
Is PCBCart a public or private company?
PCBCart is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was PCBCart founded?
PCBCart was founded in 2005. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is PCBCart based?
PCBCart is headquartered in Hangzhou, China, in the Asia region.
How does PCBCart make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. PCB Fabrication Sales are the primary driver. The others are PCB Assembly Services (Turnkey and Consigned), PCB Layout and Engineering Services, components Sourcing (Resale), stencil Sales and credit Account Receivables (Net 30 Terms).
Who are PCBCart's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Jabil, Flex (Flextronics) and Sanmina. Regional players are Sierra Circuits and AdvancedPCB (Advanced Circuits). Direct peers are Seeed Studio (Fusion PCB / OPL), ALLPCB, NextPCB, JLCPCB and PCBWay.
Does PCBCart have an API?
No public API is recorded for PCBCart.
What industry is PCBCart in?
PCBCart's product category is Electronics Manufacturing Services (PCB Fabrication and Assembly). Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHAOAG, PCB Fabrication (Rigid PCBs), with a secondary code of IMAGAJAM, Industrial PCB & Substrate Components (Bare PCBs, rigid-flex, ceramic substrates, thick-film). Its NAICS code is 334412 and its SIC code is 3672.