Aluminum & Copper MCPCBs · Prototypes to Production
Metal Core PCB
Manufacturing
Bring your high-power designs into production with custom metal core PCBs from PCBELEC. We manufacture aluminum and copper-based bare boards for LED lighting, power electronics and industrial applications— from first prototypes to repeat production orders.
- Single-sided, double-sided and multilayer constructions for different circuit requirements.
- Thermal dielectric options, heavy copper and custom profiles for demanding board designs.
- Practical DFM support to move your project from design files to manufacturing.
Send your board files to sales@pcbelec.com
- Metal-Base Options Aluminum & Copper
- Flexible Order Quantities From 1-Piece Prototypes
- Extended Board Formats Lengths up to 1,500 mm
More Ways to Build Your Thermal Circuit
Metal Core PCB Options for Your Design
From straightforward LED boards to more complex power circuits, PCBELEC helps you choose and manufacture a metal-core construction that fits your layout, thermal needs and production plans.
01 / Single Circuit Layer
Single-Sided MCPCBs
A practical, cost-effective starting point for LED arrays and many power circuits. A thermally conductive dielectric connects the circuit construction to an aluminum or copper base while providing electrical insulation.
Project Fit LED modules, lighting boards and circuits with single-layer routing.
02 / Circuits on Both Sides
Double-Sided MCPCBs
Gain circuit-layout freedom with conductive layers on both sides of a metal core. PCBELEC supports the stackup and insulated interconnection requirements that turn a more complex design into a manufacturable board.
Project Fit Two-sided circuit layouts with defined insulation and interlayer connections.
03 / Additional Routing Layers
Multilayer Metal-Based PCBs
Add routing capacity for more demanding power and industrial designs. We bring together circuit-layer construction, thermal dielectric selection and metal-base manufacturing to support your next level of board complexity.
Project Fit Designs that need additional circuit layers alongside a metal-based thermal structure.
Flexible Materials, Advanced Features & Practical Lead Times
MCPCB Manufacturing Capabilities
Build with a manufacturer that supports more than a standard LED board. PCBELEC combines metal-base material options, precision fabrication and prototype-to-production support for your project.
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| Manufacturing Item | Capability / Options | Project Support |
|---|---|---|
| Metal-base materials | Aluminum, including 5052 and 6061 options; copper-based constructions. | Material selection for lighting, power and industrial board designs. |
| Circuit constructions | Single-sided, double-sided and multilayer MCPCBs. | Stackup support for straightforward circuits and more complex routing requirements. |
| Metal-base thickness | 0.8, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 and 3.0 mm; custom thickness options. | Match the metal base to the board structure and mounting arrangement. |
| Circuit copper | 1–6 oz/ft², including common 1, 2, 3 and 4 oz builds. | Standard and heavy-copper options for different conductor requirements. |
| Thermal dielectric | Standard and high-thermal dielectric material options; material-specific conductivity grades. | Balance dielectric thickness, insulation and thermal requirements within the chosen stackup. |
| Dielectric thickness | 75–200 µm standard reference range; custom constructions available. | Support for material systems suited to the electrical and thermal design. |
| Board formats |
Standard format reference:
up to 500 × 610 mm. Special long-board fabrication: up to 1,500 mm in length. | Custom profiles for compact modules, panels and extended lighting boards. |
| Trace / space |
4 / 4 mil standard; 3 / 3 mil advanced options. | Fine-feature fabrication matched to circuit copper and construction. |
| Holes & interconnections | Mounting holes, slots and construction-specific insulated plated interconnections. | Mechanical mounting and circuit connectivity for single- and multi-circuit structures. |
| Surface finishes | HASL, lead-free HASL, ENIG, OSP, immersion silver and immersion tin. | Finish options for the pad geometry and downstream process. |
| Solder mask | White, black, green, blue and other specified color options. | Mask coverage, openings and markings tailored to the board artwork. |
| Profiling & delivery | CNC routing, V-scoring, cutouts and panelized delivery options. | Board outlines and separation features that fit your production flow. |
| Order quantity | From 1-piece prototypes to small-batch and production orders. | A flexible starting point for development, validation and repeat supply. |
| Typical lead times |
Prototypes: 3–5 days. Production: 7–12 days. Expedited options available. | Delivery planning aligned with your project stage and order requirements. |
Available feature combinations and lead times depend on the stackup, material, copper weight and quantity. We confirm the manufacturing route and delivery with your quotation.
DFM That Moves the Project Forward
Get practical input on stackup, copper, holes and board geometry before production. Our goal is to resolve manufacturing questions early and keep your project moving.
A Clear Route for LED Projects
For lighting-specific requirements, explore our LED PCB manufacturing service, including custom board formats and application-focused fabrication support.
Copper Defined on the Right Basis
Use our PCB copper thickness reference to connect conductor requirements with your circuit design and manufacturing specifications.
Have an MCPCB Design Ready?
Send your Gerber files, board drawing and quantity. Let us help turn the design into your next prototype or production order.
Build the Right Thermal Foundation
MCPCB Materials & Thermal Stackups
The right material combination brings your thermal, electrical and mechanical goals together. PCBELEC helps you move from an aluminum or copper-base concept to a practical manufacturing stackup.
Versatile Metal-Base Manufacturing
Aluminum-Based PCBs
A versatile starting point for LED lighting and many power-electronics projects. Aluminum-based constructions combine a metal support base with circuit copper and a thermal dielectric, offering a practical balance of performance, weight and manufacturing cost.
- Aluminum material options including 5052 and 6061.
- Single-sided and more complex circuit constructions.
- Custom profiles for compact modules, panels and extended lighting boards.
Copper-Based Thermal Structures
Copper-Based PCBs
Bring copper-base construction into projects where heat spreading and the board's thermal structure are key design priorities. We support insulated copper-based circuits and drawing-defined local thermal connections for demanding board layouts.
- Copper-base options for high-power circuit projects.
- Defined relationships between electrical pads, thermal regions and the base.
- Stackup and machining support for custom copper-based board structures.
More Than a Choice of Base Metal
A successful MCPCB build brings the dielectric, circuit copper and metal base together as one construction. Our engineering support helps you select a workable combination before production begins.
- Thermal Dielectric Options
- Standard and high-thermal material systems to support different thermal and manufacturing priorities.
- Electrical Insulation
- Dielectric thickness and circuit-to-base isolation considered alongside the selected construction.
- Circuit Copper
- Standard and heavy-copper options matched to the conductor layout and fabrication route.
- Mechanical Integration
- Base thickness, board profile and mounting features connected to the intended installation.
Engineering Support That Helps You Build
MCPCB Engineering & DFM Support
Move beyond a file check. Our team helps resolve the metal-base manufacturing details that matter—from insulated connections and copper features to the finished board profile.
Holes, Interconnections & Metal Isolation
Build circuit connections without losing sight of the metal base. We support mounting features and construction-specific insulated interconnections for double-sided and multilayer MCPCBs.
- Plated and non-plated hole requirements.
- Circuit-to-base isolation and defined thermal connections.
- Mounting holes, slots and layout clearances.
Heavy Copper & Circuit Fabrication
Bring thicker copper and demanding circuit features into a workable fabrication plan. We review copper distribution, critical traces and pad geometry together with the selected stackup.
- Standard and heavy-copper conductor options.
- Trace, gap and pad-feature manufacturability.
- Practical support using our PCB copper thickness reference .
Custom Profiles, Mounting & Panels
Get a finished board that fits the mechanical design and the next production step. Our profiling support covers custom outlines, cutouts, mounting details and panel-delivery arrangements.
- CNC-routed profiles, internal cutouts and slots.
- Mounting references and critical contact regions.
- V-scoring, routed separation and panel-layout support.
Solder Mask, Finish & Markings
Complete the bare board with the surface details your project needs. We help align mask openings, pad finish and identification with the circuit artwork and downstream assembly requirements.
- White and other solder-mask color options.
- Surface-finish selection for exposed circuit pads.
- Polarity, identification and critical marking keepouts.
Long-Board Manufacturing for Extended Layouts
Take your project beyond compact board formats. PCBELEC supports long-board fabrication for extended lighting layouts, including grow-light PCB projects . Our team works through the material, mounting and delivery details with your design.
Careful Manufacturing, Clear Acceptance & Consistent Supply
MCPCB Quality Control & Reliable Delivery
Confidence in a metal-core board starts with the details behind the finished product. PCBELEC combines fabrication inspection, electrical testing and project-specific verification to support dependable board supply.
01 / Fabrication Quality
Attention to the Finished Board
From the circuit surface to the finished outline, we inspect the features that connect your design to a usable board. Critical mounting and dimensional requirements stay part of the manufacturing focus.
- Board dimensions, thickness and mounting features.
- Mask openings, finish, markings and visible surface condition.
- Routed edges, slots and specified mechanical acceptance features.
02 / Circuit Integrity
Electrical Testing for Your Circuit
Electrical checks support the intended circuit connections and isolation of the released design. We keep the relationship between electrical nets, thermal regions and the metal base clear throughout the build.
- Continuity and isolation against the circuit reference.
- Defined circuit-to-base connections and isolated regions.
- Electrical acceptance aligned with the approved manufacturing package.
03 / Project-Specific Support
Verification That Fits the Build
More demanding projects can call for additional insulation checks, critical measurements or supporting records. Our team helps plan these requirements alongside the board construction.
- Specified insulation verification and test conditions.
- Critical dimensions and requested measurement records.
- Material identification and agreed quality documentation.
Built Around a Clear Production Baseline
Good communication makes quality easier to manage. We connect your board revision, construction and acceptance requirements so prototypes and repeat orders follow an agreed specification.
- Design Revision
- Matching artwork, drill data and drawings for the released build.
- Material & Construction
- Identified metal base, dielectric, circuit copper and surface requirements.
- Inspection Requirements
- Critical features and agreed acceptance criteria kept with the project.
- Repeat-Order Continuity
- Approved specifications carried forward with changes reviewed before release.
Need inspection records or additional verification for your project? Include them with the inquiry so we can plan the right manufacturing support.
Discuss Your MCPCB RequirementsStart Small. Build with Confidence. Scale with PCBELEC.
MCPCB Prototypes & Production Orders
Whether you need a first prototype or the next production batch, PCBELEC gives you a practical route from design files to manufactured boards. Start with your project details and let us help with the next step.
- Prototype Quantity From 1 Piece
- Typical Prototype Lead Time 3–5 Days
Typical production lead time: 7–12 days. Final timing depends on the construction, material and quantity and is confirmed with the quotation.
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Send the Design
Share your fabrication files, board drawing, construction and quantity.
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Review & Confirm
Work through DFM questions, material choices, quotation and delivery with our team.
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Prototype, Refine & Repeat
Move from the approved build into production with a clear specification and revision baseline.
Preparing the files? See our PCB manufacturing file requirements .
Send Your Files Directly
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Materials, Prototypes & Manufacturing Support
Metal Core PCB Manufacturing FAQ
Get practical answers before your next MCPCB build, from choosing a construction to starting a prototype or production order.
What is a metal core PCB, and what does MCPCB stand for?
MCPCB stands for Metal Core Printed Circuit Board. It uses a metal-based construction, commonly aluminum or copper, as part of the board structure. In an insulated metal-base design, a dielectric separates the circuit copper from the base while supporting heat transfer through the construction.
How do I choose between aluminum and copper-based PCBs?
Aluminum is a versatile starting point for many lighting and power projects. Copper-based constructions offer another route when heat spreading and the thermal structure are central design priorities. PCBELEC can help you compare the complete stackup, including dielectric, copper, mounting and manufacturing cost. Explore our MCPCB materials and thermal stackups for the available approaches.
Can you manufacture double-sided and multilayer MCPCBs?
Yes. PCBELEC supports single-sided, double-sided and multilayer metal-based constructions. Our team helps work through the circuit layers, dielectric arrangement and interconnection details so more complex layouts can move into manufacturing. See the MCPCB construction options for simplified examples.
Do you offer low-quantity MCPCB prototypes?
Yes. You can start from a 1-piece prototype, then continue with small-batch or production orders as the project develops. We support the transition by keeping the approved construction and design revision connected to each build.
What are the typical prototype and production lead times?
Typical prototype lead time is 3–5 days, with production commonly taking 7–12 days. Expedited options are available. Send your construction, quantity and required date so we can confirm the delivery plan with your quotation.
Can you make custom profiles and long MCPCB boards?
Yes. We support custom outlines, mounting features, cutouts and long-board fabrication up to 1,500 mm in length. Share the board drawing and material requirements with our team. For extended horticultural lighting layouts, explore our grow-light PCB manufacturing service.
What do you need to prepare an MCPCB quote?
Send your fabrication artwork, drill data, board outline and quantity. Include the metal base, stackup, copper, dielectric and surface finish where already selected. If you are still comparing options, tell us what the project needs and our team can help with the next manufacturing step.
Use the PCB manufacturing file guide to prepare a matching release package.
Can you help with DFM, insulation checks and quality records?
Yes. Our support covers stackup and fabrication questions, including copper features, holes, metal isolation and board profiling. We can also plan project-specific insulation verification and requested records with the build. See our MCPCB DFM support and quality control sections for more detail.
What affects the price of a metal core PCB?
The main factors include board size, material, layer construction, copper, dielectric, machining features, finish and quantity. Our team reviews these together to provide a practical manufacturing quote, with options discussed where they can help your project.
Where can I request assembly for my metal core PCB?
PCBELEC handles the bare-board manufacturing inquiry. For component sourcing and PCB assembly, continue to JHYPCB. For LED board projects, you can also visit the dedicated LED PCB assembly service.
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