Converting your older through-hole PCB design to SMT is a fairly inexpensive process that can save you in the long run. This conversion needs engineering expertise coupled with an intimate understanding of surface mount manufacturing processes. What are the benefits of Through-Hole to SMT Conversion? Many through-hole components are being obsolete by electronic manufacturers. Moreover,...
It is undeniably evident how tedious the task of developing a new PCB is. Especially, looking through tens or even hundreds of variants of a part and checking on the current stock, future availability, and replacement parts. However, it is important to take the most fundamental decision: Surface-mount technology (SMT) or Through-hole technology (THT)?...
In these days and ages, outsourcing is an inescapable truth for manufacturing engineers. It is common to outsource some or all the processes. Most printed circuit boards and other electronic devices are assembled by third-party companies/contract manufacturers i.e. EMS providers. This is due to the volatile economic conditions that have forced the manufacturers to...
Introduction The advent of technology has already brought tremendous benefits to the electronics industry. Pick and Place (P&P)is one such boon to the Surface Mount Technology. In fact, it can be credited for being a part of the success of SMT. Due to manual placement in the PCB assembly line, the process becomes slow and relatively...
