Do You Really Understand SMT Technology?

SMT is the abbreviation of surface mounted technology, which is the most popular technology and process in the electronic assembly industry at present. SMT mounter refers to the abbreviation of a series of technological processes processed on the basis of PCB. PCB (printed circuit board) means printed circuit board.

Electronic products pursue miniaturization, and the perforated plug-in components previously used cannot be shrunk. Electronic products have more complete functions, and the integrated circuits (ICS) used have no perforated components, especially large-scale and highly integrated ICs, so surface mount components have to be used. Products are produced in batches and automated. Manufacturers should produce high-quality products with low cost and high output to meet customer needs and strengthen market competitiveness. The development of electronic components, the development of integrated circuits (ICS), and the multiple applications of semiconductor materials.

The basic process elements of SMT production include: solder paste printing (or dispensing), SMT pick and place machine, reflow oven, cleaning, testing, and repair.