No matter if you are working with small fishing boats or large ferries, you will rely heavily on printed circuit boards. Many pieces of equipment in these vessels use PCBs to function and each piece relies heavily on another to deliver high performance. Surface mount technology assemblies, also known as SMT assemblies, offer many benefits in the marine industries, regardless of your vessel’s size, specific devices, where you are heading, etc.

Here are several benefits of surface mount assemblies in the marine industries.

Reduced Sizes

One of the greatest advantages of SMT assemblies is the reduced size. This type of technology allows for much smaller units than in-hole assemblies. You can attach very small components to your boards and in high densities as well. This allows you to create a more advanced unit without sacrificing space on your vessel.

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Surface mount technology (SMT) is a method of designing electrical circuits that involves mounting required circuit components directly to the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). This is in contrast to older assembly options, such as through-hole technology which were used prior to the advancement of tools for consistently crafting a reliable surface mount device. Given that this is now a far more accessible option for companies, there are a number of reasons to opt for the surface mount technology process over other circuitry methodologies.

Improved Accuracy

Using reliable manufacturers and seeking out those who are skilled in SMT assemblies allows for incredible accuracy and precision in crafting your product. With the right surface mount technology process, your device can be created using smaller components, and increased precision of placement. In fact, as of 2017, these components measured 0.25 millimetres. The more accurate the device placement, the better your PCB can perform, and the more consistent the results it can yield.

Increased Density