MarVac Assemblies serves OEM suppliers and manufacturers across multiple major industries with industrial soldering services. Customers prefer our free-hand, mechanical, and sonicweld soldering services because of our history of extensive safety and inspection protocols. As part of our commitment to quality, we operate according to UL-recognized standards and hold ISO 9001:2015 certification.

Learn more about our types of soldering work, the quality standards and inspection processes we build into our operations, and how we can support your next lean production project.

Types of Soldering Work

Our UL-recognized soldering operations provide secure, long-lasting connections for a wide range of wiring production applications. Our three main types of PCB soldering services include:

  • Wire to connector
  • Wire to board
  • Component soldering

Wire to Connector

Wire-to-connector soldering attaches wires directly to connector pins or other terminals of the printed circuit board (PCB). We can incorporate best practices such as tinning the wire or applying epoxy or heat shrink tubing for strain relief, maximizing the longevity of the components.

Wire to Board

In wire-to-board soldering, we solder wires directly to the through-holes of a PCB or PCB pads. This connection is strong and stable but can be desoldered for repair or replacement.

Component Soldering

Through surface-mount technology or through-hole technology, we attach components directly to PCBs without wires. In surface mount technology processes, solder paste is applied directly onto the board surface, and components are placed on the paste before heating and curing. In through-hole technology processes, we wind component leads into through-holes in the board and then solder them in place.

Quality and Compliance Standards

For every soldering project for OEM electrical assemblies, MarVac Assemblies maintains high quality standards and complies with industry regulations and best practices. Our certifications and compliances include:

  • WHMA/IPC A620 certification
  • ISO 9001:2015 certification
  • RoHS-compliant components and soldering
  • UL recognized
  • ESD safe

UL Recognition

Our free-hand soldering capabilities are UL recognized, which means our components and materials meet relevant safety and performance expectations. UL recognition is a sufficient standard of quality for electronics that go into larger OEM equipment assemblies.

IPC Standards

IPC standards establish broadly accepted guidelines for printed circuit board production and inspection. MarVac meets or exceeds WHMA/IPC A620 standards, which apply specifically to soldering cable and wire harnesses.

ESD Safe Procedures

We use ESD safe processes to prevent electrostatic buildup and unintended discharge, protecting sensitive components during soldering, assembly, storage, and transport.

Testing and Inspection Processes

At MarVac, we develop finely-tuned, in-depth testing and inspection protocols that meet industry safety and quality standards. Our processes include:

  • Continuity testing
  • In-process and final inspection
  • Hi-pot testing

Continuity Testing

Continuity testing methods verify that the soldered connectors are properly attached and there are no short circuits. We check for low resistance in connectors and low conductivity between different paths by measuring electrical resistance.

Visual Inspection

Our in-process and final visual inspections include manual and automated inspections through software-enabled cameras. We check for surface-level defects, soldering mistakes, misalignment, and missing components or connections.

High Potential Testing

High potential testing, or hi-pot testing, measures a PCB’s electrical insulation to verify that no current leaks are present.

Why OEMs Choose MarVac

OEMs choose MarVac because of our attention to detail and commitment to creating high-quality PCB soldered connections that perform well over a long service life.

Trained Technicians

Our technicians are extensively trained in soldering techniques, and our operations comply with ISO 9001:2015 and UL Recognized requirements. Our entire team, from risk and feasibility assessment specialists to free-hand component soldering technicians, follows detailed, methodical workflows to guarantee quality with less rework and delays.

Reliable Throughput

Every project involves thorough inspections, continuity testing, and hi-pot testing to produce consistently high-quality products.

Consistency Across Runs

We conduct drawing and replicability assessments to create highly manufacturable and replicable processes.

Choose High-Quality Soldering Services From MarVac Assemblies

MarVac Assemblies began in 1995 as the value-added service division of Marsh Electronics, a leading electronics component and assembly provider. Today, we hold ISO 9001:2015 certification and comply with WHMA/IPC A620 to provide the best electromechanical assembly and logistics solutions. Request a quote today to start your next OEM electronics project with us.