Launch HN: ProvenMetal (YC S26) delivers circuit boards in days instead of weeks(provenmetal.com)
230 points by willcarkner 15 days ago | 155 comments
tl;dr: ProvenMetal (YC S26) is a PCB manufacturing service that turns around boards in as few as 5 days, versus the typical 4-week industry standard, with no expedite fees. They handle sourcing, fabrication, assembly, and testing through managed US-based partners, offering a fully domestic supply chain option and shipping each board with a complete quality record.
HN Discussion:
  • ~Supportive of US PCB alternatives but skeptical about competing with China on price
  • Website and marketing lack technical details and feel AI-generated, undermining credibility
  • Suggestions to expand offerings with credit lines, engineering consulting, or better automation
  • Component sourcing, not fabrication, is the real bottleneck in PCB turnaround times
  • Questions about supply chain dependence on China for raw PCBs and components