SMT or through-hole

Choosing electrical components for a new #PCB can be a tedious task, it is undeniably important. Designers need to look through tens or even hundreds of variants of a part and check on current stock, future availability, and replacement parts. All of these options and considerations are very important, but before choosing components, we need to consider a much more fundamental question: surface-mount technology (SMT) or through-hole? Many people view through-hole devices as old-fashioned, with SMT being the modern style. While this may be true for many applications, through-hole technology still offers some significant advantages in certain circumstances. Through-hole components excel in boards that will be subject to high mechanical or thermal stress and have high power requirements. #SMT, on the other hand, is better suited for small, lightweight PCBs that are going to be produced at a larger scale.

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