PCB lead times extend as material shortages and AI demand strain supply chains
· Source: evertiq.com
In short
Lead times for printed circuit boards are increasing due to shortages of key base materials like fiberglass fabric and rising demand from AI infrastructure expansion. Advanced materials now have lead times up to 140 days, while standard materials have increased from days to weeks. The situation is exacerbated by high production capacity utilization, price increases of 10-30%, and geopolitical uncertainty affecting logistics.
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Tags: PCB, supply-chain, logistics, materials, manufacturing, electronics