1. Precise Requirement Mapping: Avoid 90% of Purchase Pitfalls
PCB Type Compatibility Guide
| PCB Type | Recommended Technology | Avg. Used Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Straight V-cut Boards | Guillotine Depaneling | $1,700-$3,500 |
| Mid-complexity Multilayer | Router Depaneling | $11,000-$21,000 |
| Flexible FPC | Laser Depaneling | $35,000-$56,000 |
Budget Allocation Formula
# Seprays Engineer Recommendation: Total Budget = Machine Cost + Refurbishment (15%) + Contingency (10%) # Example: $27,000 used router requires $27k + $4k + $2.7k = $33,700
2. Source Risk Assessment with Seprays Solutions
Channel Comparison
| Source | Failure Rate | Value | Seprays Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Sellers | 42% | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Not recommended (no certification) |
| Auction Platforms | 35% | ⭐⭐⭐ | Paid inspection service available |
| General Refurbishers | 18% | ⭐⭐ | Trade-in for Seprays certified units |
| Seprays Certified | <3% | ⭐⭐ | 12-month OEM warranty |
Seprays “Used-As-New” Program Benefits
- ✅ Core Component Replacement: Spindles/laser modules renewed at Seprays’ cost
- ✅ Precision Calibration: Meets factory specs (e.g., ±0.02mm accuracy)
- ✅ Full History Reports: Available for ex-Foxconn/Flextronics equipment
3. 5 Critical Inspection Metrics (Free Tools from Seprays)
Spindle Wear Test
- Method: Monitor noise during no-load operation
- Standard: Vibration <0.5mm/s (New: 0.3mm/s)
Cutting Stress Verification
Procedure: 1. Cut standard FR-4 test board (available from Seprays) 2. Examine edge burrs under microscope 3. Pass standard: Burrs ≤30μm
Safety System Check
Emergency stop response <0.5 seconds (Dual-circuit braking standard on Seprays equipment)
4. Seprays Certified Machines: Used Cost, New Performance
Top Pick: GAM386S Router (Refurbished)
- Source: Flextronics 2023-retired unit (4,200 operational hours)
- Refurbishment:
– German spindle replacement (60,000rpm)
– 3rd-gen stress control system upgrade
Performance Comparison
| Metric | Pre-Refurb | Post-Refurb | New Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Accuracy | ±0.08mm | ±0.03mm | ±0.02mm |
| Daily Output | 800 boards | 1,200 boards | 1,500 boards |
Cost of used PCB router:
$18,000
(New: $39,000 – Save 54%)
Premium Option: GAM330L Laser System
- Includes $2,800 annual maintenance package
- 15% trade-in credit toward new Seprays machines
- Limited Q1-2025 availability: Only 20 units released
5. Zero-Risk Purchase Assurance
- 7-Day No-Reason Return (Seprays covers shipping)
- 12-Month Warranty on spindles/laser modules
- Free Inspection Kit with test boards and CAD files
➤ Scan QR code for free equipment evaluation report
FAQs: Used PCB Router Costs
What is the typical cost of used PCB routers?
Quality industrial routers range $11,000-$21,000 – about 40-60% of new equipment pricing. Laser systems cost $35,000-$56,000.
Do refurbished machines come with certifications?
Seprays recertifies equipment to OEM standards including CE and safety compliance.
