PCB Assembly Services

ISO 13485, 9001 & 14001 Certified. From rapid NPI prototypes to seamless
series production. Manufactured in Suffolk with genuine care.

Why Leading Innovators Trust Cogent with their PCB Assembly

Reliability. IPC Class 3 Standard

We don’t just assemble PCBs; we validate! With 100% Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and IPC-A-610 trained staff, we ensure ‘Detail, Reliability & Traceability in every PCB Assembly Board.

Scalability. NPI to Volume

Bridge the gap between concept and commercial reality. Our New Product Introduction (NPI) process ensures your prototype is ready for mass manufacture

Traceability. Full Traceability

Our bespoke ‘MaPs’ system offers complete component-level traceability, essential for medical device compliance and regulatory audits.

Comprehensive PCB Assembly Capabilities

Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) is the dominant and most efficient process for modern PCB design and assembly.Unlike traditional through-hole mounting, SMT involves directly securing electronic components onto the surface of the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) using solder paste, eliminating the need for drilled holes.

Advantages of Choosing SMT Assembly
Choosing SMT for your project offers several key benefits:

• Increased Component Density: Surface-mount components are inherently smaller. This allows more components to be fitted onto complex, miniaturized PCBs, making high-density designs possible.

• Faster and Cheaper Production: The SMT process is highly automated, leading to significantly faster assembly times and reduced manufacturing costs.

• Cost Savings for Customers: The combined efficiency and material advantages translate directly into competitive pricing and cost savings for our customers.

Surface Mount Technology for PCB Assembly

At Cogent Technology, we specialise in Through-Hole PCB Assembly for critical applications where strength, longevity, and durability are non-negotiable. While Surface Mount Technology (SMT) is the standard for miniaturisation, it cannot always match the physical robustness required for high-stress environments.

Why Choose Through-Hole Technology?
Certain components and operating environments demand superior mechanical integrity. Through-hole soldering provides a bond that SMT simply cannot replicate, making it the essential choice for:

• Heavy Components: Secure mounting for large transformers, heavy connectors, and relays.

• High-Stress Environments: Applications subject to extreme vibration, mechanical stress, or high power loads.

• Odd-Form Parts: Specialized components that require manual or semi-automated insertion.

Through-Hole PCB Assembly Service in Suffolk

Our facility combines the best of both worlds. Whether your design requires a fully through-hole board or a hybrid SMT/through-hole assembly, our skilled technicians ensure precision and repeatability.

From initial prototyping to full-scale production, Cogent Technology delivers PCBs built to withstand the toughest conditions, ensuring your product performs reliably for the long haul.

Cogent Technology offers a comprehensive range of PCB and electronic functional testing services. From simple power checks, programming, XJTAG and AOI through to calibration and product conformance all performed by skilled engineers in accordance with PCB Test and Inspection procedure

Everything including PCB Assembly, Box Builds and Electro-mechanical Assembly is governed by our adherence to IPC-A-610, the standard to which we train and certify our operators and inspectors.

• Injection moulded parts
• Machined parts
• Sheet metal parts and panels
• Cable assemblies
• Full product assembly
• Product packaging
• Stock-holding
• Flexible supply

Specialist Medical Electronics Manufacturing

In the medical sector, precision is a matter of life. As a trusted ISO 13485 PCB manufacturer, Cogent Technology delivers the rigorous quality management required for Class II and Class III medical devices.

We supported the UK Government’s Ventilator Challenge, proving our ability to deliver critical technology under pressure. From NPI to full-scale production, we ensure your life-critical devices are built with genuine care.”

Your Journey from File to Finished Board

1. Quote

2. Procurement

3. Assembly

4. Inspection

5. Delivery

The innovation, collaboration and resolve you showed in taking up the gauntlet of the Ventilator Challenge has been inspirational.. your achievements are remarkable. Once again, I would like to pass on the Government’s gratitude to you and your whole team.