Why choose tie-point boards from Communica for your next build
Tie-point prototyping boards (also called perfboards or tie-point panels) are the practical bridge between breadboard proof-of-concept and soldered production. At Communica we focus on the factors South African makers, students and engineers care about: predictable availability, quick quotations for bulk orders, and the right accessory bundles to move from prototype to finished assembly with minimal delay.
Local availability and quote speed
Need a formal quote for a lab purchase order or a classroom project? We pull stock from our Samrand warehouse and nearby branches in Pretoria and Cape Town to provide accurate lead-time estimates. For branch collection details and trading hours, check our Branches & Trading Hours. Requesting a quote triggers a VAT invoice option suitable for tertiary institutions and procurement teams.
Product fit: choosing the correct tie-point board
Tie-point boards vary by copper pad size, hole spacing, material (FR4 or phenolic), and panel format. Start by matching the board to your soldering approach and component density: larger pads for repeated rework and through-hole components, smaller high-density layouts for compact modules. See our tool and accessory ranges when planning soldering and finishing steps on the boards-with-tie-points-south-africa page.
Specification snapshot - quick comparison
Use this small spec table to narrow choices before requesting a quote. If you need a custom panel size or bulk cut-to-order, include dimensions in your quote request.
| Type | Typical Pad Size | Hole Spacing | Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tie-Point | 1.5-2.0 mm | 2.54 mm (0.1") | FR4 or Phenolic |
| High-Density Perf | 1.0-1.4 mm | 1.27-2.54 mm | FR4 |
| Panel Sheets | Varied | Custom | FR4 |
Accessories to add when you request a quote
- Pre-tinned tie-point boards for faster soldering
- Header pins, bus strips and terminal blocks for robust connections
- Solder, flux and desoldering braid for rework
- Mounting standoffs and enclosures sized to your panel
Bundled quoting simplifies procurement: include quantities of boards, headers, and solder supplies in a single RFQ and we produce one consolidated quote with VAT invoicing available. Explore our full product index for complementary items at buy-boards-with-tie-points-south-africa.
