Humans encounter the nuisances of static electricity in their daily lives, from the unexpected jolt when shuffling across a carpet to the potential hazards it poses in workplaces with high electrical activity. In industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, automotive, and medical fields, ...

If your company assembles or makes electronics, choosing the right workbench design is key for your production area. Missing a key design component can leave you scrambling. You'll need to fix the issue it may cause in your production.

The Customer’s Challenge A local military and aerospace manufacturer was challenged with finding an ESD tray to meet specific requirements to handle their components from receiving/storage to production. Their Manager of Logistics and Inventory Control was responsible for organizing the BOM for ...

Solder, a crucial component in electronics and various industries, is subject to price fluctuations that can impact manufacturers, hobbyists, and consumers alike. In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind the fluctuating price of solder, shedding light on the key factors that ...

The Customer's Challenge One of SMT Supplies’ customers was facing a specific challenge with one of their new products, which required a specific in-process production function. They needed to move critical items that were susceptible to ESD (static) sensitivity from receiving into and through ...

In the realm of electronics manufacturing, where precision and attention to detail are paramount, the tools we employ can determine the difference between a flawless product and costly rework. In this high-tech landscape, binocular and trinocular microscopes, alongside the ever-evolving realm of ...

In today's interconnected world, electronics play an indispensable role in our lives. From smartphones and laptops to complex industrial machinery, these devices drive innovation and efficiency across industries. However, the rapid advancement in technology has brought about an equally critical ...

One of the main challenges of any PCB manufacturing company is to increase yields and one of the commonly overlooked areas is the ESD transportation method. It can be frustrating to have the boards successfully go through the entire manufacturing process just for there to be mishandling of the ...

Swabs have come a long way since the simple cotton swab on a wood stick was the norm. And while cotton swabs have their uses, more complex solutions are needed for critical industries like laboratories, medical device assembly, cleanrooms, electronic manufacturing, PCB assembly, and rework and ...

In the electronics industry, precision and attention to detail are crucial. Whether you're an electronics hobbyist, technician, or professional, having the right tools is essential for accurate and efficient work. One such tool that plays a significant role in enhancing visibility and precision is ...

Most of the time, static electricity and ESD (Electrostatic discharge) is nothing more than an annoyance. But if that same static charge we receive when walking across a carpet is created on the electronics manufacturing floor, it can be very costly or dangerous. The average person alone stores ...

Electric torque screwdrivers are an essential tool for any electronics technician. They help to ensure that screws are tightened to the correct torque, which helps to prevent damage to components and ensure the long-term reliability of electronic devices. SMT Supplies is a preferred distributor of ...

There are many types of electrostatic discharge (ESD) protective bags used in the electronic assembly manufacturing process today. ESD is a sudden flow of electricity between two objects at different electric potentials. It can occur when two objects with different electrical charges come into ...

Ever consider custom... One of our customers had a challenging dilemma in how to handle a specific in-process production function for one of their new products. Their engineering team had considered several options before they contacted SMT Supplies for help, including building their own wood ...

Liquid or Paste Flux for Rework… Which One is Best? Rework and Repair, the bane of any printed circuit board manufacturing facility. For years we’ve been told that this activity will go away with the advent of surface mount equipment technology improvement, but whether for better or worse, it ...

There have been many great articles, whitepapers, blogs, etc. written about choosing the correct solder tip. Kudos to all the authors! I have no desire to repeat their excellent work. So, why another one? Simple… none to my knowledge have been written by someone with my vast practical experience of ...