user8162: After building a working prototype with a breadboard, I was wondering what's next.
So I read about integrating the arduino into a PCB layout.
But in my case, it's worth it? 
My project will use a Arduino Mega, futhermore some wired piezo switches therefore I need pcb connectors, and a small amount of resistor and transistors. 
I am considering to buy a Mega of the shelf and use the contactpins on a header to fix it on my PCB. Also probably fix it with some screws.
It will save me a lot of pcb design time (a maybe some mistakes) and it will save me buying all diferent components. The  ATMega2560 alone is already around 10,- 
I think I only need 10 or 15 pcb's, definitly no massproduction.
Your opinions...

user64075: I agree with Majenko's proposal for a proto shield, or if you need a "flat" design beside the Mega get yourself a striped (one /two sided and in different sizes) vero board (its like a breadboard to solder) 

You could even use Fritzing to design the most efficient layout for this option in regards to space/material saving or minimum solder points

8162: <p>After building a working prototype with a breadboard, I was wondering what's next.
So I read about integrating the arduino into a PCB layout.</p>

<p>But in my case, it's worth it? </p>

<p>My project will use a Arduino Mega, futhermore some wired piezo switches therefore I need pcb connectors, and a small amount of resistor and transistors. 
I am considering to buy a Mega of the shelf and use the contactpins on a header to fix it on my PCB. Also probably fix it with some screws.</p>

<p>It will save me a lot of pcb design time (a maybe some mistakes) and it will save me buying all diferent components. The  ATMega2560 alone is already around 10,- </p>

<p>I think I only need 10 or 15 pcb's, definitly no massproduction.</p>

<p>Your opinions...</p>
 64075: <p>I agree with Majenko's proposal for a proto shield, or <br>if you need a "flat" design beside the Mega get yourself a striped (one /two sided and in different sizes) vero board (its like a breadboard to solder) </p>

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<p>You could even use Fritzing to design the most efficient layout for this option in regards to space/material saving or minimum solder points</p>
