How fast is JLCPCB? - Page 1
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author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 02:31:06 pm
content: I just need to get a couple adapter and breakout boards made. The build time is stated as 24 hours. Is that actually accurate? The board cost is cheap so I would expect to pay a decent price for shipping. If I put in an order today would I get them by the end of next week? I used to order boards like this through iTead and they would ship fast but take up to two weeks to arrive.

author: voltsandjolts
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 02:58:45 pm
content: Shipping to where? UK, then maybe.

author: lapm
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 03:00:18 pm
content: Fastest few days from order to delivered in my hands. But your mileage may vary. it all depends where you are, hows logistics there, etc..

author: fourfathom
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 03:03:34 pm
content: I go with their standard lowest-cost shipping and it usually takes about 1-1/2 weeks from when I send the files to having the boards arrive here in the U.S.A. I have no complaints -- for an order of ten boards, 3" x 3.5" two-layer, the shipping costs more than the boards. If you order solder-paste stencils, get the smallest size you can use (there's an ordering option) and they may be able to ship the stencil and boards in a single package. Otherwise, the stencil comes separately in large package.

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 03:09:13 pm
content: Quote from: voltsandjolts on September 03, 2021, 02:58:45 pmUS

author: JonasCz
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 04:05:35 pm
content: For 2 layer boards, they say 1-2 days (i.e. 48h), and I'd say that's been quite accurate in my experience. For 4 layers, it also again takes the 4 days they say it does. Colors other than green and additional options take longer. Sometimes they also come back to you with a question / mistake they spotted ("hey, this text in the silkscreen is flipped, do you want us to fix it or manufacture as is"), that can add another day depending on timezones.That said, I always use the cheapest shipping option, so no experience with the expensive DHL shipping.PCB manufacturing works over the weekend IIRC, so if you submit your boards on friday evening, they can ship out on monday morning, and a lot of the sponsored youtubers do say that they got their boards by the end of the week.

author: kripton2035
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 04:10:51 pm
content: if you choose the cheapest shipping it takes 2 weeks to arrive starting at the ordering datethere are others shipping methods at checkout you cna choose and they indicate as well the shipping timethe more $$$ the fastest (well not always !)

author: bingo600
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 05:09:17 pm
content: Does JLPCB collect VAT to EU orders , or will we be "hit" by an extra $20 in "Mail VAT" handling ?/Bingo

author: james_s
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 05:28:52 pm
content: For me the boards are almost always made within a day or two, it's the shipping that takes a while, typically around 2 weeks. I'm patient and always choose the cheapest shipping option, if you want to pay more you can get it quickly.

author: langwadt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 06:16:04 pm
content: Quote from: bingo600 on September 03, 2021, 05:09:17 pmhttps://support.jlcpcb.com/article/156-eu-vat-e-commerce-rules-adjustments

author: bson
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 03, 2021, 07:58:12 pm
content: 3-4 days for 4-layer 3.5/3.5 w/s with ENIG plating.3-4 days shipping DHL International Express to California.So turnaround for me is a week, give or take a day.No duties, taxes or other complications.And, yes, they'll ask if you have questions. Keep an eye on your email while the order is in 'review'.

author: tooki
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 04, 2021, 02:30:13 pm
content: At work we use JLCPCB regularly, almost always with DHL. Our experience is that their manufacturing estimates are very accurate, with the same caveat that JonasCz mentioned: they will hold an order and wait for your guidance if they find something odd.With DHL, we have the boards within a week typically.

author: georges80
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 04, 2021, 03:23:17 pm
content: I'm in California. Takes about 1 week from sending gerbers (2 layer boards) to arriving in my hands using their DHL option. I've sent gerbers on a Monday and received boards that Friday. Depends on w/ends of course. I usually go with white soldermask so that can take an extra day or two versus the common green.As I come up with different designs/prototypes/test boards I just create the files and generate the gerbers in a folder. When I get to a point that I 'need' a board then I run them all at the same time. That tends to spread the shipping cost over several projects. DHL is typically in the $20 - $30 range depending on size/weight of order.I have something running through them every 2 - 3 weeks and have been using them a couple of years now. Reliable, good quality and fast.As others have said, keep an eye on emails over the first couple of days after you submit your order to ensure they haven't found something that needs clarificaiton and have put your order on hold awaiting your response.cheers,george.

author: Cerebus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 04, 2021, 11:23:42 pm
content: Today's delivery, to their standard double sided 'cheapo' parameters, plus V-cutting (which seems to add a day or two), cheapest delivery option - Ordered 24th July, delivered today (OK, yesterday just) 4th Sept. So 11 days order to delivery in the UK when cheapskating all the way.

author: 0xFFF0
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 05:50:50 am
content: btw: you can buy these adapters for 10 cent each on ebay ;-)

author: WattsThat
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 06:01:47 am
content: Quote from: 0xFFF0 on September 05, 2021, 05:50:50 amNot really. Something similar to those boards, yes. The pictured boards with the well thought out options, no.

author: tooki
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 08:22:04 am
content: Quote from: 0xFFF0 on September 05, 2021, 05:50:50 amAnd you don’t need to buy many to make it cheaper to make your own. Even better, if you’re placing a PCB order already, add on a few boards like that for $2 so you’re not paying extra shipping!

author: Cerebus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 11:38:57 am
content: Quote from: 0xFFF0 on September 05, 2021, 05:50:50 amMine have decoupling caps, a ground plane, and also cost about 10cents each.To be honest, it was more an exercise in getting JLC to make something panellised with routing and V-cuts to see how it came out on something where it wouldn't matter if the results were a bit rough. As it is they did an excellent job and even corrected the slight mis-alignment of one V-cut. Also the "decoupling cap a million miles and 10 nH away with 4pF to adjacent tracks" when prototyping with the commercial adapter boards can sometimes be a minor issue as well as being untidy.

author: bingo600
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 12:46:25 pm
content: So if for DK , i select Global Direct Standard line , and buy for less than €150VAT will be collected by JLC - using their IOSS #That seems nice.Wonder why there are separate shipping options for ie. DK & SEThe Fast ones ... aka. DHL/UPS etc - Collect VAT them self ==> $$$ for Non Buisiness/Bingo

author: fourfathom
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 02:58:52 pm
content: I've used the DHL or FedEx options for delivery to the USA, the total order + shipping costs always under $100, and there's been no additional tariff or fee. My cost has always been what JLCPCB shows on their ordering page. In the USA we don't have a VAT so perhaps that makes a difference. Here's a recent order:PCB (2-layer, 3" x 3.5", blue soldermask): 20 pcs for $13.70SMT Stencil: $7.03Shipping (FedEx): $29.42Four days for fab, five days for delivery.I've had boards made here in the USA, but generally pay 10x or 20x and it takes much longer to get them. I wish that weren't the case, but I appreciate that it's impossible for the local outfits to compete on price.

author: Cerebus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 03:25:20 pm
content: Quote from: fourfathom on September 05, 2021, 02:58:52 pmThe USde minimusfor customs taxes and duty is $800 for one import per day by one person (Just gone up from $500). For the UK thede minimusis zero (you pay tax on everything) and the EU it was 15 euro it's about to become zero (Has the new EUde minimuskicked in yet?). In terms of personal imports the US is one of, if notthe, best places to live.

author: langwadt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 03:26:46 pm
content: Quote from: Cerebus on September 05, 2021, 03:25:20 pmEU changed July 1st

author: eloso
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2021, 07:06:12 pm
content: VAT. UK orders.I have ordered several boards in the last few months under £135 in total and JLCPCB added the VAT as required and made the appropriate customs declarations.I was not asked by the courier to pay anything extra and woudn't expect to.Eloso

author: JLCPCB Official
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 06, 2021, 05:57:24 am
content: Quote from: Pack34 on September 03, 2021, 02:31:06 pmDear sir, please try your order on the quote page, you will get the build time【refers to time from the start of physical production to the production finished (ready for delivery)】.https://cart.jlcpcb.com/quote?orderType=1&stencilLayer=2&stencilWidth=100&stencilLength=100&stencilCounts=5. So it will be done in 24 hours if the design is okay. Just contact our 24hours online customer service team support@jlcpcb.com.