Q: What is Surface Mount Technology
A: Surface Mount Technology (SMT) is a method of electronics manufacturing that involves placing and soldering surface mount components directly onto a printed circuit board (PCB) surface. It has become the dominant assembly method in the electronics industry due to its smaller footprint, higher component…
Q: How do Axial and Radial Lead Components Differ
A: Axial and radial lead components are specific types of through-hole components, referring to the orientation of their leads. Axial lead components have leads from opposite ends of the component body and are aligned along the same axis or in a straight line. This component…
Q: What is Proper Wire Splicing
A: Wire splicing is a technique that combines two or more wires to create a secure electrical connection. It involves removing the insulation from the wires’ ends, twisting them together, and securing them with a connector or insulation tape. Wire splicing is commonly used in…
Q: What are Flying Leads
A: Flying leads refers to an electrical cable or wire not permanently attached to a device or equipment. Instead, it has one or both ends left unconnected, allowing it to be easily connected or disconnected as needed. These leads are typically used in prototyping, testing,…
Q: What is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
A: MBE certification stands for Minority Business Enterprise certification. It is a recognition given to businesses owned, operated, and controlled by individuals from minority groups. This certification is typically provided by an independent third-party organization or government agency that promotes and supports diversity in business….
Q: What is Solder Paste Silk-screening in SMT Components Assembly
A: Solder paste silkscreening is used in electronics manufacturing to apply solder paste onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) before soldering components inSMT components assembly. It involves using silkscreen or stencil to deposit a controlled amount of solder paste onto the PCB’s pads. This paste acts…
Q: What is an Electronic Subassembly
A: An electronic subassembly is a built-to-order component or module part of a more extensive electronic system or device. It is designed to perform a specific function within the overall system and can be customized to meet the application’s specific requirements. Electronic subassemblies typically consist…
Answer (ANZER) to Proper Hand Soldering
Hand soldering is a manual process of combining electronic components (elements) or wires using a soldering iron and solder. It involves heating the soldering iron to a specific temperature and then applying it to the joint between the components, allowing the solder to melt and…
What is Aerospace Customer Quality Service?
An example best explains the answer (ANZER) to this question about Aerospace Customer Quality Service since we had the pleasure of hosting one of our aerospace customers this past week. We have been producing several modules for them for many years, which include installing tiny…
Q: What is Through-Hole Assembly
A: Through-hole assembly is a printed circuit board (PCB) assembly method where electronic components are inserted into holes drilled in the PCB. The components are then soldered onto the board using through-hole soldering techniques. This method is commonly used for more significant components requiring higher…
Western Reserve Controls Renamed “ANZER”
Western Reserve Controls, a leading provider of electronic contract design and manufacturing services, announces the company’s renaming to “ANZER” and the acquisition of a larger manufacturing facility. Akron, OH, June 7, 2023 — Western Reserve Controls (WRC), a full-service contract electronic design and manufacturer, announces…
Q: What is AS9100:2016 Certification
A: AS9100:2016 Certification is a quality management system (QMS) standard developed for the aerospace industry. It is a revision of the previous version AS9100:2009 and is based on the international QMS standard ISO 9001. AS9100:2016 sets the requirements for an effective quality management system for…
Q: What is PCB Automatic Optical Inspection
A: Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) of PCB (Printed Circuit Board) is a technology-driven process used in electronics manufacturing to detect defects, errors, and inconsistencies in the production of PCBs. It involves using specialized optical systems, cameras, and software to automatically inspect and analyze the PCB…
ANZER CEO: Certified IPC Trainer
ANZER specializes in providing custom electronic engineering and production solutions. Expanding upon three (3) decades of service, ANZER supports a vision of a complete quality result for our customers. In doing so, all team members are educated and cross-trained in numerous facets of printed circuit…
Accurate Temperature Profiling a Reflow Oven
Accurate temperature profiling of a reflow oven involves monitoring and recording the temperature variations during the soldering process in electronics manufacturing. This process helps ensure that the components on a circuit board are soldered adequately without causing damage or defects. By placing temperature sensors (thermocouples)…