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THT vs. SMD – Which Is the Better PCB Assembly Process?

THT vs. SMD – Which Is the Better PCB Assembly Process?

Modern PCB assembly technologies are more advanced than their predecessors. They’re faster, more efficient, maybe cheaper, and allow for miniature ...

SMT vs SMD – Ultimate Guide to PCB Assembly Terms

SMT vs SMD – Ultimate Guide to PCB Assembly Terms

PCB assembly technologies are getting more advanced as we work on ways to improve electronic circuitry efficiency. We’re seeing faster, more effici...

Cause Analysis of SMD Tombstone Troubleshooting in SMT Assembly

Cause Analysis of SMD Tombstone Troubleshooting in SMT Assembly

There have been many studies of the causes of tombstoning; some published, some not. They tend to focus on a single process parameter as the...