What Is Contract Electronic Manufacturing?
Electronics contract manufacturing (ECM) is when a company hires a third-party manufacturer to produce electronic components or devices for them. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) often turn to ECM to address challenges such as rising costs and rapid changes in the electronics industry without having to consistently invest in the necessary personnel, facilities, and equipment. This […]
Read MoreTin Whiskers vs. Metal Dendrites: What’s the Difference?
Tin whiskers and metal dendrites are structural formations that appear in tin materials during manufacturing and finishing processes. While metal dendrites have been a long-identified metal fabrication problem, the discovery of tin whiskers came more recently. The two seem similar to the untrained eye, making it difficult to tell the difference between the two structural […]
Read MoreAutomated vs. Manual Tape and Reel Packaging
Tape and reel technology is the most common means of processing, handling, storing, and transporting precision surface-mounted electronic components. Tape and reel services save on time, space, energy, and materials while providing safety and stability for electronic devices. The three primary types of tape and reel include axial, radial, and surface mount. The Differences […]
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