Display and Optoelectronics Components
Made from Crystalline materials, Optoelectronic devices are parts of a circuit that transform electrical energy to light and light to energy through semiconductors. Optoelectronic devices can detect or send out electromagnetic radiation, usually in the visible and near-infrared (NIR) parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. Different types of Optoelectronics Devices are Photodiodes, Photovoltaics, Photoresistors, Lightemitting Diodes, Optical Fibres, etc. Photodiodes – A photo diode is a semiconductor light sensor that generates a voltage or current when light falls on the junction. Photovoltaics —A photovoltaic cell, is a device that uses the energy from the sun to make electricity. Photoresistors – Used…
Display and Optoelectronics Components
Made from Crystalline materials, Optoelectronic devices are parts of a circuit that transform electrical energy to light and light to…
Partnership strengthens domestic lithium supply chain
Dragonfly Energy and Ioneer have announced a commercial offtake agreement which Dragonfly believes will strengthen US battery supply chains and…
Electromechanical Components Distributor
An electromechanical component is one that employs an electrical signal to effect a mechanical change, such as motor rotation. Common…
Transforming specialty electronics
Micross offers a single-source solution for the design and manufacture of specialty microelectronic components. With authorised access to die and…
Electromechanical Components Distributor
An electromechanical component is one that employs an electrical signal to effect a mechanical change, such as motor rotation. Common…
Low noise, efficient fans offer extended life-time
EAO has introduced a new family of low-noise, low power, longer-life equipment cooling fans. Developed by Sanyo Denki, the San…
ESNA Top 10 Americas Independent Distributors Report 2023
Capacity challenges persist Thomas Smart discovers the biggest challenges facing independent distributors are inflation, lead times and component shortages. Continued…
Environmental benefits of additive manufacturing
The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland introduces a study highlighting how the environmental impact of flexible electronics can be…
Ultra-soft conformability combats uneven surfaces
Parker Hannifin’s Chomerics Division has released Therm-a-Gap PAD 70TP, an ultra-soft (15 Shore) high-performance thermally conductive gap filler pad for…
ECIA Top 50 America’s Authorized Distributors Report 2023
Distributors Deliver Back-to-Back 20% Growth Years Top Americas distributors deliver crucial value to distressed electronics components supply chain and achieve…
Battle for planet purchasing begins
This issue of Electronics Sourcing has dedicated the bulk of its page count to the Top 50 Americas Authorized Distributors Report 2023 (starts page 23),…
Battle for rare earth minerals
To some, ‘battle’ might be overkill describing the outlook for rare earth minerals. Afterall, these minerals are actually abundant and found on every continent. Like…
Distribution in the distant future
In this issue of Electronics Sourcing we’ve asked companies for their thoughts on the future of distribution, starting page 21. I’ve been involved in distribution,…
Don’t miss chance discoveries
With preparations for the Electronic Component Show complete and the event’s 25 May 2023 date racing closer, now is a good time to explore the…
Battle for rare earth minerals
To some, ‘battle’ might be overkill describing the outlook for rare earth minerals. Afterall, these minerals are actually abundant and found on every continent. Like most battles though, engagement with…
Recession or recovery?
In this article, John Denslinger reminds readers that even in a recessionary environment, next-gen electronics technologies and applications will still see growth. Forecasting 2023 is a challenge given so much…
AI unknowns outweigh knowns
John Denslinger explores the growing role of artificial intelligence in business environments and offers an opinion on the recently published Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights AI is largely…
Workplace upper hand
In the face of a changing economy, John Denslinger encourages employers to value the people they have; employees to maximise their productive; and new hires to be flexible. Office productivity…
Will transport undermine supply continuity?
John Denslinger asks whether America’s transportation links could undermine supply continuity just when the electronics industry needs it the most There is an old adage describing resilience and persistence in…
Distributors grapple with conflicting supply chain signals
Supply chain complexities have increased throughout the electronics industry, creating opportunities for distributors to help customers navigate the tortuous terrains facing them. After nearly two years of severely constrained supply…
Distribution: record sales ahead of downturn
Purchase commitments made by OEM customers during the period of product shortages will keep distribution sales and profits high through the rest of the year despite signs of a market…
Specialist distributors expect another strong year for sales
Component demand remains healthy, prices are increasing and some component lead times are still long. Specialist electronics distributors are cautiously optimistic that strong component demand will continue through the year…
Distributors see rising sales from auto industry
The auto industry is facing continuing chip shortages and many tier 1-4 automotive suppliers are turning to distributors for parts and services. Distributors report that sales to tier 1-4 automotive…
Should chipmakers be preparing for a downturn?
Semiconductor sales are weakening amidst efforts by governments to tame spiking inflation. Are these the early signs of another downturn and how should chipmakers prepare for another one of its…
DRAM price increases will ease
There should be ample supply of DRAM through the rest of the year as memory IC manufacturers continue to increase capacity. Memory IC buyers can expect a 2-5 per cent…
Lead times will remain long for discretes through 2022
Prices for MOSFETS, IGBTs and rectifiers increased in 2021 and there could be more price hikes in 2022. Buyers can expect continued tight supply for discrete semiconductors through most of…
NAND flash memory market soars as demand rises
NAND flash revenue will break an all-time record this year. Despite an expected 1 per cent decline in average selling prices, the global NAND flash memory market will post strong…
