- Full turnkey: we source the bare boards and every component.
- Partial turnkey: you supply some parts, we source the rest.
- Consigned or kitted: you supply the parts, we assemble.
- BOM scrub for availability, lifecycle and cost before we buy.
- Managed inventory and buffer stock for builds that repeat.
- Assembled in San Jose, CA; bare boards from US fabs when a program needs it.
Turnkey, partial turnkey or consigned
| Model | Who sources parts | Best when |
|---|---|---|
| Full turnkey | Surface Art sources the bare boards and all components | You want one purchase order and one accountable supplier |
| Partial turnkey | You supply some parts (custom, long-lead or already in stock); we source the rest | You hold inventory of key parts or have special-source items |
| Consigned / kitted | You supply every part | Your parts are already purchased or allocated |
Sourcing that holds up
Our sourcing ran through a vetted, multi-source supplier network and kept programs moving through the chip-shortage years. On a turnkey job:
- BOM scrub. Before we buy, we check every line for availability, lifecycle status and cost, and flag obsolete or single-source parts while there's still time to approve alternates.
- Datasheet review. We pull datasheets for each part for process review.
- Managed inventory. For builds that repeat, we can hold buffer stock so your lead time doesn't depend on a distributor's.
Bare boards: for programs that need it, we build on bare boards fabricated by US fabs. Offshore fabrication is used only when a customer asks for it.
Process capability
| Capability | Surface Art, San Jose |
|---|---|
| Assembly | SMT, through-hole and mixed technology; hand, wave and selective solder; press-fit |
| Smallest parts | 01005 passives · 0.4 mm-pitch BGA · 0.25 mm CSP · fine-pitch QFN |
| Board size | Up to 18" × 24"; single, double and high-layer-count boards |
| Line | 4 Juki SMT work cells, nitrogen reflow, up to ~171,000 placements per hour |
| Solder | Sn63/Pb37 (leaded) and SAC 305 (lead-free) |
| Inspection & test | AOI on every build · X-ray · flying probe · thermal · functional and in-circuit test fixtures |
| Quality system | ISO 9001:2015 · ISO 13485 · IPC-A-610 · UL Registered Firm |
| Registration | ITAR-registered · woman- and minority-owned small business |
| Facility | 40,000 sq ft in San Jose, CA, in operation since 1995 |
Getting a quote
Send the BOM as an Excel file with manufacturer part numbers, your Gerber, ODB++ or IPC-2581 data, and a PDF assembly drawing that states your workmanship standard and any special notes. We pull datasheets for every part for process review.
Before we quote, we send a short list of clarifying questions and state our assumptions, and we quote the quantity breaks you need (plus annual volume, if the build continues through the year). Email quotes@surfaceart.com.
On-time delivery was 99.81% and the RMA rate was 0.02% for January–June 2026. We publish both every six months on our homepage.
Frequently asked questions
What is turnkey PCB assembly?
In turnkey PCB assembly, the contract manufacturer sources the bare boards and all components, assembles and inspects the boards, and delivers finished assemblies. You don't have to manage parts purchasing yourself.
Does Surface Art build turnkey PCBs in the USA?
Yes. Assembly is done in Surface Art's San Jose, California facility. For programs that need it, bare boards come from US fabs.
Can I supply some of the parts myself?
Yes. Partial turnkey and fully consigned or kitted builds are both available.
Do you hold inventory for repeat builds?
Yes. Managed inventory and buffer stock are available for builds that repeat.