THROUGH-HOLE PRECISION • MIXED TECHNOLOGY
Selective Soldering Services
Target solder exactly where it’s needed. We run robotic nozzles, laser soldering, and hybrid systems that protect sensitive SMDs while delivering IPC-compliant joints on high-density boards.
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PCB selective soldering services
Selective soldering for mixed-technology assemblies
Comprehensive PCB assembly services with selective soldering
How selective soldering enhances your PCB assembly process
Why choose selective soldering?

Selective soldering process
- 1
Flux application
Spray, drop-jet, or brush systems deposit precise flux volumes only where needed.
- 2
Preheat
Thermal soak stabilizes boards, activates flux, and prevents shock.
- 3
Solder
Mini-wave nozzles or laser soldering deliver controlled solder meniscus to each lead.
- 4
Clean
If required, post-solder cleaning removes residues before coating or testing.
- 5
Inspect
AOI, X-ray, and cross-section sampling verify wetting, fill, and coplanarity.
How it compares to other methods
Versus wave & manual
Wave soldering
Great for through-hole-only boards, but floods entire assemblies—risking SMD damage.
Manual soldering
Flexible for prototypes, yet slow and inconsistent for production lots.
Selective advantage
Automated, repeatable joints without dunking the whole PCB.
Versus reflow
Reflow focus
Ideal for SMT paste but cannot finish tall through-hole pins.
Hybrid builds
Run SMT reflow first, then selective soldering completes the through-hole stage.
Thermal balance
Selective soldering prevents overheating reflowed SMD joints.
Optimized for high-density PCBs
Why choose APTPCB for PCB selective soldering services?
Why teams choose APTPCB
Integrated services
One-stop shop
We offer a complete range of services from PCB manufacturing, assembly, to selective soldering, ensuring seamless integration and consistency throughout your project.
Advanced equipment
Our selective soldering services use the latest technologies, including robotic nozzles, laser soldering, and hybrid soldering systems, to ensure precision and flexibility for your most complex assemblies.
Industry coverage
With experience across industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and consumer electronics, we understand the unique needs of various applications.
Quality & support
Quality assurance
We implement stringent quality control processes, including automated optical inspection (AOI), X-ray inspection, and post-soldering cleaning, to ensure that every PCB meets the highest standards.
Process engineering
DFM reviews, thermal modeling, and fixture design provided upfront.
Responsive teams
Program managers keep schedules, feedback, and logistics on track.
Contact us for precision PCB selective soldering and assembly services
Need precision soldering coverage?
Share BOMs, solder drawings, throughput goals, and compliance targets—we’ll return process plans, fixtures, and timelines within one business day.
