The terms Cable Assemblies and Wiring Harnesses are sometimes used interchangeably, mainly because they serve the same electrical function. However, there are significant differences between the two and before getting into more details, here are a few examples. Examples Cable Assemblies Ethernet cables Antenna cables Ribbon cables (with connectors) Power cords Various A/V cables, such […]
You’ve started the development process for your electronic product that has long been a concept in your head. It’s now gone down a dark hole, into an abyss of uncharted territory with vendors, complicated regulations, and any number of yet-to-be-known manufacturing challenges. You know you’re going to need some help, at least in getting it […]
A few months ago, we covered the importance of AS9100D Certification. The Aerospace Standard 9100 certification is a standard requirement for anyone who works within the aerospace industry or with partners such as airlines, NASA, or the U.S. Department of Defense. In our previous article, we noted that with AS9100D you can expect extensive changes. […]
We all take shortcuts with language–whether we’re texting LOL or using “ROY G BIV” to help us keep track of the color spectrum. The manufacturing world is no exception, and if you’re not familiar with the terminology, it can feel like the people in this industry are talking a completely different language. To help you […]
December is an excellent time to reflect on the work of the previous year and commit to being even better in the upcoming year. This has been an important year for ACDi and the projects we’ve worked on reflect our passion, our mission, and our values. What we do day-in and day-out has a lasting, […]
To make or to buy—that is the question. Outsourcing elements of a supply chain is becoming an important consideration for electronics and bio-production companies. Historically, it’s a good way to minimize operational risk when markets are rapidly changing and the product life cycle is shortening. The shortest life cycles are emerging where fast-changing technology is […]
Any active electronics product should be checked periodically to make sure its components are still available. Perhaps this is annually, quarterly, or twice a year when you change your clocks. This review will help you keep a healthy electronics supply chain with a managed approach to electronics obsolescence. Your new printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) […]
It finally happens – you go to manufacture some more of your electronic devices and find out that you can’t because some of the components you used are obsolete and completely out of stock. You panic and wonder what you’re going to do next. This was not supposed to happen. It was supposed to last […]
SMD X-Ray Counting Machine, 3D Solder Paste Inspection Machine and 3D Automated Optical Inspection Machine Added to Frederick, MD Headquarters ACDi, a leading electronics contract manufacturing firm, announced the addition of three new pieces of equipment to their Frederick, MD headquarters. The company has purchased, installed and is fully operating Optical Control’s SMD X-Ray Counting […]
The current electronics parts shortages are occurring primarily because of the recovering economy. The supply chain hasn’t quite caught up with the demand being created in the electronics manufacturing industry. Even one of the simplest parts we procure, monolithic ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), are highly constrained. These capacitors are typically treated as a commodity, like oil, […]
