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“On-demand” is a phrase frequently used by various manufacturing services. In general, it refers to a system where products are manufactured only when needed and in the required quantities. CircuitHub's core business is on-demand PCB manufacturing, which has a specific meaning in relation to how our service operates.

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Low-Cost Prototype and Batch Production

CircuitHub specializes in low-cost prototype and batch production. We've significantly reduced the per-unit cost at low volumes, benefiting both prototyping and higher production volumes. We achieve economical on-demand production at low volumes through a technical breakthrough that flattens the price curve. This is accomplished through technology, not by outsourcing to low-cost regions.

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Fast and Consistent Turnaround Times

Our turnaround times are exceptionally fast and consistently so. We offer three-day full turnkey fabrication and assembly by default. In fact, currently 81% of full turnkey orders ship within three days, enabling rapid prototyping and on-demand small batch production.

In contrast, conventional manufacturers typically take two to three weeks to deliver boards. We regularly ship full turnkey boards in three days and are starting to do it in just two days.

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Shared Common Parts Inventory

CircuitHub offers an inventory of shared common parts, something traditional manufacturers do not offer. We allow you to easily manage an inventory of custom parts or pull from our 35,000 shared common parts.

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Get to Market in Half the Time

Having both low prices and rapid turnaround in combination with our shared parts inventory enables frequent design iteration and agile small batch manufacturing. This allows our customers to rapidly iterate on prototypes with reduced upfront design time and gradually scale into production without capital-intensive large production runs. Ultimately, this means getting to market in half the time—achieving a launch point in six months versus 12 months with a traditional manufacturer.

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CircuitHub’s Technological Edge

At CircuitHub, we offer a unique approach to scaling production that provides unparalleled flexibility. Rather than committing to a single run of 10,000 units, you can start with a few hundred units and adjust your production volume monthly based on customer demand. This means you can ramp up to 500 or 1,000 units in one month and scale down the next, depending on market requirements.

This flexibility also allows for design iteration. If a defect is discovered—a common issue in the first iterations of consumer electronics—you can address it without the burden of 10,000 units sitting in inventory. This reduces the risk of costly recalls for issues like battery defects, which are often seen in new products.

The value proposition we offer is not just about cost savings. While our services are cost-effective, the real benefit lies in the time you save. By using CircuitHub, you're able to utilize the service in a way that speeds up your product development and market readiness.

To illustrate, consider the early days of internet access when people paid per megabyte. Many remember paying around $2 per megabyte, which significantly limited how the service was used. Today, with essentially unlimited internet access, usage patterns have changed dramatically, even though total monthly costs remain about the same.

This shift in internet usage parallels how CircuitHub operates. Our service is low-cost, not just to save money but to save time. This cost-effectiveness encourages more frequent use of the service, enabling faster iteration and innovation.

CircuitHub does not necessarily aim to be the cheapest provider. Our goal is to get products to market quickly. The low cost is an enabler of this speed, allowing companies to focus on rapid development and deployment without worrying about prohibitive costs. This approach ensures that businesses can adapt and respond to market demands swiftly, ultimately giving them a competitive edge.

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CircuitHub's innovative approach to on-demand PCB manufacturing offers significant advantages in terms of cost, speed, and flexibility. By enabling rapid prototyping and agile small batch production, CircuitHub helps businesses bring their products to market faster and more efficiently. With our technological breakthroughs and commitment to customer success, CircuitHub stands out as a leader in the industry, providing a competitive edge to companies looking to innovate and grow.

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