Part of the rigid-flex circuit board resource.
These notes address specific decisions in the rigid-flex design and manufacturing handoff. Start with the main design guide for the full workflow, then use the tools and project request form to make the assumptions visible.
Latest articles
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Rigid-flex RFQ checklist: send the files as one revision
Prepare a complete rigid-flex RFQ with stackup, fabrication data, drawings, bend requirements, quantity, and assembly information.
Rigid-flex moisture handling and baking decisions
Review moisture conditioning, storage, reflow exposure, and material-specific baking instructions for rigid-flex PCB assemblies.
Rigid-flex bend fatigue: build a representative test
Plan rigid-flex bend testing around the actual stack, travel, restraints, operating environment, and acceptance criteria.
CAD handoff workflows
Prepare regional construction documents for Altium Designer rigid-flex projects or KiCad rigid-flex projects.
Earlier resource library
Looking for an existing article? Browse the earlier article index. The current engineering guides above focus on rigid-flex construction and project decisions.