Designing a complete product in Flux means developing the electronics and mechanical parts together—from requirements and schematic through PCB layout, enclosure fit, and manufacturing preparation—with checks as the design evolves.
- PCB-first: Start with the circuit, place connectors and components, then shape the enclosure around the board. This works well when electrical performance drives the design, though the finished product’s size and appearance may need compromises.
- Enclosure-first: Start with the product’s size, shape, mounting, and user-facing controls, then fit the PCB inside those constraints. This suits products where appearance or fit matters most, but can make component placement and routing more challenging.
In practice, both workflows involve iteration: connector access, mounting holes, heat, and assembly need attention on both sides. I haven’t changed your project this turn; this was an overview only. Execution stopped because your ACUs ran out.