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High-Quality Printed Circuit Boards from Gateway
Gateway Electronic Components specialises in supplying high-quality printed circuit boards (PCBs) to engineers, designers and manufacturers. We do not provide assembly services – our focus is on delivering the physical boards themselves, built to your specifications, ready for integration into your products. Our portfolio covers everything from simple single-layer boards to advanced high-density, flexible, and aluminium-based PCBs. Every board is manufactured with precision, using trusted substrates, copper thicknesses, and surface finishes to meet industry standards.
Our PCBs are engineered for durability, performance, and consistency. Whether you are developing prototypes, low-volume runs, or full-scale production, we ensure that each board performs exactly as expected.
Products
Single-Sided PCBs
Cost-effective solutions for simple electronic designs
Single-sided PCBs feature a single layer of conductive copper on one side of an insulating substrate, typically FR4. These boards are ideal for basic circuits where low complexity and cost are key. Single-sided PCBs are simple to design, fast to produce, and extremely reliable for basic applications.
Key Benefits
- Low manufacturing cost for high-volume production
- Simple design with minimal routing requirements
- Reliable electrical performance for basic circuits
Typical Applications
- LED lighting systems
- Power supplies
- Consumer electronics
- Educational electronics kits
Gateway supplies single-sided PCBs in a variety of sizes and materials, suitable for both prototype and production runs.
Double-Sided PCBs
Greater flexibility for more complex circuitry
Double-sided PCBs have conductive layers on both sides of the board, connected with plated through holes. This allows for higher component density and more complex routing compared with single-sided boards. They are commonly used when space is limited but design complexity requires additional layers.
Key Benefits
- Increased routing flexibility
- Better utilisation of board space
- Moderate complexity designs supported
Typical Applications
- Industrial controls
- Automotive electronics
- Power management systems
- Consumer devices with compact layouts
Our double-sided PCBs are available in various copper thicknesses and surface finishes, giving you the flexibility to optimise for performance and durability.
Multilayer PCBs
High-performance solutions for complex electronics
Multilayer PCBs contain three or more conductive layers, laminated together with insulating material. This design supports highly complex circuits in a compact footprint, while providing excellent signal integrity and reduced electromagnetic interference.
Key Benefits
- High component density
- Enhanced electrical performance
- Reduced electromagnetic interference
Typical Applications
- Telecommunications equipment
- Medical devices
- Advanced computing systems
- Aerospace electronics
Gateway provides multilayer PCBs with custom layer counts, materials, and copper thicknesses, ensuring boards are suitable for high-reliability applications.
Flexible PCBs
Adaptable circuits for compact and dynamic designs
Flexible PCBs use bendable substrates such as polyimide, allowing the board to be folded or twisted without breaking. These boards are essential for devices with limited space or dynamic motion, such as wearable electronics or foldable systems.
Key Benefits
- Lightweight and space-saving
- Reduced connector requirements
- Increased design freedom for 3D layouts
Typical Applications
- Wearable technology
- Medical devices
- Sensor systems
- Compact industrial equipment
Our flexible PCBs are supplied with precision-controlled flex zones and copper patterns, ensuring long-term reliability in dynamic applications.
Rigid-Flex PCBs
Combining strength and flexibility in one solution
Rigid-flex PCBs integrate rigid boards with flexible sections, allowing multiple rigid boards to be connected by flexible circuits. This reduces assembly complexity and improves reliability by eliminating connectors and inter-board wiring.
Key Benefits
- Reduced assembly complexity
- Fewer interconnections, improving reliability
- Compact, integrated design
Typical Applications
- Aerospace systems
- Military electronics
- Medical devices
- High-end industrial equipment
Gateway supplies rigid-flex boards with precise layer stacking and controlled flex regions to support complex mechanical and electronic design requirements.
HDI PCBs (High-Density Interconnect)
Precision engineering for miniaturised electronics
HDI PCBs use microvias, fine traces, and high layer density to pack more connections into smaller spaces. These boards are critical for modern electronics, where miniaturisation and high-speed performance are essential.
Key Benefits
- Higher routing density
- Enhanced signal performance
- Smaller overall board size
Typical Applications
- Smartphones and tablets
- High-speed computing
- IoT devices
- Compact medical equipment
Gateway delivers HDI boards with tight tolerances and advanced materials, optimised for fine-pitch components and high-density layouts.
IMS & Copper Clad PCBs
Efficient thermal management for high-power applications
Insulated Metal Substrates (IMS) PCBs feature a metal base, often aluminium or copper, for superior heat dissipation. They are essential where power density is high and heat must be managed to ensure long-term performance.
Key Benefits
- Excellent thermal conductivity
- Increased product lifespan
- Stable performance under high loads
Typical Applications
- Power electronics
- Automotive systems
- LED lighting modules
- Industrial controllers
Gateway supplies IMS boards in a range of substrates, copper thicknesses, and finishes to meet thermal and mechanical design requirements.
Aluminium PCBs
Durable, thermally efficient circuit boards
Aluminium PCBs are a variant of IMS boards, optimised for thermal and mechanical performance. They provide a strong, lightweight platform for heat-intensive applications.
Key Benefits
- Excellent heat dissipation
- Mechanical robustness
- Lightweight and cost-effective
Typical Applications
- High-power LED lighting
- Power converters and inverters
- Industrial machinery
- Automotive lighting systems
Our aluminium PCBs are precision-manufactured to maintain flatness and conductivity across the entire board.
LED PCBs
Engineered for optimal thermal and lighting performance
LED PCBs combine thermally conductive materials with carefully designed copper patterns to optimise heat transfer from high-power LEDs. This improves both efficiency and lifespan.
Key Benefits
- Superior thermal management
- Extended LED lifespan
- Reliable performance in demanding conditions
Typical Applications
- Architectural and commercial lighting
- Automotive headlamps and taillights
- Medical lighting devices
- Transport signalling
Gateway provides LED PCBs in aluminium designs for precise thermal control.
Long-Length PCBs
Extended designs for specialist applications
Long PCBs, up to 1185mm in length, are used when standard board sizes are insufficient. These boards maintain electrical performance across their extended surface area.
Key Benefits
- Custom lengths for unique applications
- Multi-layer options available
- Consistent performance across the board
Typical Applications
- LED lighting strips
- Signage and displays
- Transportation and railway control systems
- Industrial automation
Gateway delivers long PCBs with controlled lamination and track quality to ensure reliability across the full length.
PCB Stencils (With and Without Frame)
Accurate assembly support for surface mount technology
PCB stencils are precision-cut templates for applying solder paste during assembly. While Gateway focuses on the board themselves, we supply stencils to help customers manage solder application consistently
Key Benefits
- Improved paste application accuracy
- Reduced assembly defects
- Available framed or frameless
Typical Applications
- SMT assembly processes
- Prototyping
- Production runs
Our stencils are compatible with the PCBs we supply, ensuring a streamlined workflow for customers managing their own assembly.