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# Pick a PCB manufacturer.
This will determine the options for traces and vias. Some options in no particular order:
## JLCPCB
The boards in the 2026 rover kits were made here.
## AllPCB
As of 2026-07-29 they were not accepting orders.
## [JLCPCB](https://jlcpcb.com/)
This company is located in [Hong Kong (China)](https://jlcpcb.com/help/article/terms-%26-conditions)
This The boards in the 2026 rover kits were made here. Website: https://jlcpcb.com/
## [AllPCB](https://www.allpcb.com/)
This company is somewhere in China. As of 2026-07-29 they were not accepting orders:
"Due to adjustments to the Company's corporate governance structure, our website will temporarily suspend operations effective immediately. Outstanding orders and services will still be fulfilled as agreed. For more information, please contact your dedicated customer service representative. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding."
The first iteration of the 2026 PowerMotor board was made here.
Manufacturing capabilities at https://www.allpcb.com/advanced_pcb_manufacturing_capability.html
* Drill hole size: 0.15-6.5mm
* Minimum via/pad:
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* Silkscreen text minimum height 0.75mm, width 0.1mm
* Silkscreen spacing from character to copper: 0.15mm
## PCB4Less
## EuroCircuits
## [PCB4Less](https://pcb4less.com)
This is a US PCB vendor, which may be helpful when collaborating with US partners.
## [EuroCircuits](https://www.eurocircuits.com/)
Their headquarters is in Belgium.
# Setup the Constraints
These ensure that the vendor can make the board and the Design Rule Checker will catch the mistakes. Your chances of having a working board are very low if you skip this step!