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EXPERT CIRCUIT BOARD TRACE DAMAGE REPAIR SERVICES

Is your industrial circuit board malfunctioning due to damaged or broken traces? Traces are the conductive pathways on a circuit board that connect components. Damage to these traces can disrupt the flow of electricity and cause a wide range of problems. ROC Industrial offers expert circuit board trace repair services, restoring the integrity of your board and saving you the cost of replacement.


Understanding Circuit Board Traces


Traces are typically made of copper and are etched onto the surface of the circuit board (or within inner layers in multi-layer boards). They act like "wires," carrying electrical signals and power between components.


Common Causes of Trace Damage


  • Physical Damage: Scratches, cuts, or gouges can sever traces. This can happen during handling, installation, or repair.

  • Corrosion: Exposure to moisture, chemicals, or other corrosive substances can eat away at the copper traces.

  • Overheating: Excessive heat can cause traces to lift or delaminate from the board.

  • Overcurrent: Very high current can sometimes "burn out" a trace.

  • Manufacturing Defects: Poorly etched traces or other manufacturing flaws can lead to trace failures.

  • Flexing/Bending: Excessive bending or flexing of the circuit board can crack traces, especially on flexible or thin PCBs.


Industries We Serve (Trace Damage Repair)


  • Industrial Automation

  • Manufacturing

  • Robotics

  • Medical Equipment

  • Power Generation

  • Aerospace

  • Telecommunications

  • ...and many more


Our Circuit Board Trace Repair Process


  1. Free Evaluation & Quote: Describe the problem and the board type. Provide photos if possible. We provide a free quote.

  2. Shipping: Ship the circuit board to our facility.

  3. Diagnosis: Our technicians use microscopes and other tools to carefully inspect the board and identify the location and extent of the trace damage. We may also use multimeters to test for continuity.

  4. Repair: We use specialized techniques to repair damaged traces, including:Jumper Wires: For short breaks, we may solder a thin jumper wire across the gap.
    Conductive Epoxy: For small gaps or damaged pads, we may use conductive epoxy to restore the connection.
    Trace Replacement: For longer sections of damaged trace, we may carefully remove the damaged section and replace it with a new piece of copper foil, which is then soldered in place.

  5. Testing & Quality Assurance: We thoroughly test the repaired board to ensure that the trace repair is successful and that the board is functioning correctly. This includes testing for continuity and, if necessary, performing functional tests.

  6. Conformal Coating (Optional): We may apply a conformal coating to protect the repaired area from future damage (if applicable).

  7. Fast Turnaround

  8. Warranty


Why Choose ROC Industrial for Trace Damage Repair?


  • Expert Technicians: Skilled in delicate trace repair techniques.

  • Advanced Equipment: Microscopes and specialized repair tools.

  • Cost-Effective: Repair is often much cheaper than board replacement.

  • Fast Turnaround Times: Minimize downtime.

  • Comprehensive Warranty


Restore Your Circuit Board's Connectivity!


Contact ROC Industrial for a free quote on circuit board trace repair.

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