Effects
The adoption of SMT has led to significant advancements in electronics manufacturing, including:
- The Miniaturization of the electronic devices.
- The Enhanced performance due to shorter signal paths.
- To Increased production efficiency and reduced manufacturing costs.
Surface Mount Technology
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) is used in the electronic industry to assemble and solder electronic components directly onto the surface of printed circuit boards. Unlike through-hole technology, where components have leads inserted into drilled holes, SMT components have small leads or no leads, relying on solder paste and a reflow soldering process to establish electrical connections.