What Are Surface Mounted Devices and Why Do They Matter?

Sometimes, it feels like technology is developing faster than I can hope to keep up with. Still, I do my best to keep myself in the know, despite the challenges that can come with that. If you’re like me or are already a total tech junkie, hopefully, this article will provide useful insights! Surface-mount technology, or SMT for short, has made a big impression in the last few years. It’s becoming a popular form of fitting components. Devices made in this fashion are called surface-mounted devices, or SMDs. If you aren’t sure what any of that means, continue reading for some explanations!