Makers’ biggest challenge is to manufacture electronic products based on prototypes.
1) Buy expensive machines/robots to create PCBs. 2)Send the electronic prototypes/schematics to a manufacturer(China)
Professional Pick and Place
Home made laboratory
VisionBot Gerber Editor
VisionBot SOFTWARE
Video
Plans 1) Create the prototype 2) Create a professional video 3) Launch on Kickstarter 4) Sell the product
Economy efficiency Cost of all components ~ $600 Estimated profit per unit $1000 Breakeven point : minimum 10. Estimated amount 200 units.
Profitability – Chinese way Place 2000 parts/hour. A usual device usually has 50 de electronic components. Profit of $3 per board/unit Profit of $100 / hour. $1500 per day X 25 = $37,500 $37,500 x 12 = $450,000 / year In any situation there is profit.
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