With connectors, it is very easy to look at their form factor and think that is all that matters. The way they mate, their size, and whether or not they lock are all very important features. But it would be unwise to overlook the importance of the materials used to... leer más

What “IP&E” Means from the Perspective of an IP&E Distributor

If you spend any time in the electronics supply chain, you will eventually run into the acronym IP&E. Depending on who you ask, it can sound vague but in reality, IP&E is a prac... leer más

As electronics continue to evolve, a printed circuit is no longer simply a passive foundation for mounting components.  It has become an active and essential part of the electrical system.  Whether moving gigabit-speed data between processors or transmitt... leer más

When people picture medical technology, they usually focus on the visible elements.  They imagine advanced imaging systems, smart pumps, implantable devices, and patient monitors filled with complex processors and sophisticated software.  What often goes ... leer más

The medical electronics industry is, understandably, one of the most tightly regulated spaces in the world.  A single faulty component or poorly documented part can compromise patient safety, cause expensive recalls, or derail FDA and EU approvals.  For e... leer más

If you’ve recently looked at the marketing for a modern USB-C charger, telecom rectifier, or server power supply unit, you have likely seen three letters driving the design - GaN.  At leer más

When it comes to defense applications, reliability is non-negotiable.  Electronics deployed in mission-critical environments must operate flawlessly under extreme conditions, from scorching, dusty deserts to the frigid vacuum of space.  As an electronics ... leer más

Ferrite beads are a vital yet often overlooked component in electronic circuit design, especially when addressing electromagnetic interference, or EMI.  For both buyers sourcing components and electrical engineers specifying designs, understanding the role and... leer más

Artificial Intelligence (AI), in all of its different manifestations, is rapidly reshaping the aerospace and defense sectors.  Like every aspect of life and work that it touches, it is promising revolutionary changes in how aircraft, spacecraft, and defense sy... leer más