From Prototype to Production – 5 Things That Change When You Scale

What every hardware engineer needs to know before ordering 1,000 boards Introduction Your prototype works. You‘ve tested it. You‘re ready to scale to 1,000 units. But here‘s the reality: The board that works as a prototype isn‘t automatically ready for production. Things that don‘t matter at 10 boards become critical at 1,000. This guide covers 5 key areas where production differs from prototyping – and how to prepare for them. 1. Panelization – From Single Boards to Arrays Prototype : You order