Benefits of Nearshore Manufacturing in the Electronics Industry

Imagine holding your smartphone, and something feels different. It charges faster, is more responsive, and has a longer lifespan than expected. Have you ever wondered how this breakthrough happened? A key contributor to such advancements is the strategic decision-making behind manufacturing locations. Specifically, the pivot to nearshore manufacturing, particularly in the electronics industry, is becoming increasingly significant. Understanding Nearshore ManufacturingNearshore manufacturing …

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What is LED Light Bleed? (and What to Do About It)

Light Bleed: Here’s What You Need to Know Light pipes are essential for moving light from Point A to Point B in electronic devices and machines. But, when they aren’t optimized, a majority of the light traveling through them could literally miss the mark — your HMI [human machine interface]. These acrylic or polycarbonate marvels can be much more complicated than …

Neon Application Information

Lamp Construction Basic Principle of Lamp Operation The basic construction of neon lamps is shown in figure 1. The bulb is made of glass sealed in two areas, the pip and the pinch. In the pinch area, the leads protrude through one end of a glass tube and the glass is heated and pinched about the leads. This holds them …

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How to Select the Right Material for LED Light Pipe Applications

Choosing the Best Material for My Design Proper Optoelectronic design requires attention to every detail. Luckily, designers have many illuminated component options to provide more flexibility in how status indicators work on the back end. These are also known as light pipes.    Light pipes are clear rods typically made of plastic or chemical materials, although some can also be made of …

Light Pipe Design: How TIR & Refraction Come into Play

Sannah Vinding | September 2, 2020 Light pipes are an essential component in modern lighting solutions, providing efficient illumination for various applications. Light pipes offer several functionalities, including the efficient transport of various types of light, such as UV, infrared, and visual light, from an LED source to a user interface. They are known for their design flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and …