Electronics Sourcing 
In this article Geyer Electronic walks readers of Electronics Sourcing through the process of deciding whether an electronic product would benefit from a crystal or oscillator. When designing an electronic circuit, engineers must decide between a crystal or oscillator. Considerations include space, frequency stability and cost. Engineers can build any oscillating circuit using a crystal … Read more
TTI’s VP total quality, Kevin Sink, recaps 2024’s Symposium on Counterfeit Parts and Materials: effects of the CHIPS Act and the need of the US to secure technology for economic viability. Each summer the Center for Applied Life Cycle Engineering (CALCE) and the Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) hold the gold standard symposium, The Symposium on Counterfeit Parts … Read more
NewPower Worldwide’s CEO, Carleton Dufoe, explains the electronic components industry is on the cusp of significant growth over the next several years. While 2024 has posed some challenges, we expect demand to steadily rise in 2025, driven by key sectors such as computing, artificial intelligence, aerospace/defense, cloud services and automotive. A primary driver is demand for … Read more
Rebound Electronics’ MD, Raj Keshvara, introduces readers to the new Rebound Obsolescence Management service, designed to help buyers navigate supply chain issues. Moving into 2025, the electronic components market is poised for a notable shift. The oversupply seen over the last year, built up across franchise distribution and manufacturer supply channels, is expected to ease as CEMs and … Read more
Waldom Electronics’ CEO, Don Akery, argues the trend of distributors restocking is a positive indicator of stability ahead, with the general outlook for 2025 as cautiously optimistic. Waldom is in a unique position as a master distributor selling exclusively to distributors, allowing us to see market trends earlier than most. When the market picks up, … Read more
Anglia’s CEO, Steve Rawlins, is preparing for a market upturn in 2025 by building inventory six months in advance. Don’t get me wrong: times are tough and anyone who tells you different is misguided. And I think it’ll continue to be difficult until Q2 2025 at least. But I don’t think it’s a recession. There’s … Read more
Cree LED has launched its new CV28D LEDs with FusionBeam Technology which combine through-hole and surface-mount RGB LED technology, delivering superior directionality, image quality and resolution in a durable, easy-to-assemble package. This innovation is designed to provide new levels of clarity and contrast versus current through- hole LED displays. With this high resolution, CV28D-enabled signs can now … Read more
2025 will remain challenging as projects and order books realign. However, as Charcroft director Debbie Rowland emphasises, there is a solution to every challenge. The unprecedented impact caused by global supply chain issues has affected all sectors and industries. Previously, a couple of industries could be in a slump but overall business would remain strong. … Read more
