1. Classification of Types of Electronic Components
In order to avoid the phenomenon of the same name representing different types of components, electronic components are usually represented by numbers or letters, which also facilitates classification. There are various types of electronic components, which can be classified into the following categories based on their characteristics:
(1) Surface mount components: Surface mount chip components commonly used on PCB boards.
(2) Plug in components: Usually used in the plug-in part of circuit boards, and some electronic products also use plug-in components.
(3) IC electrical components: commonly used in integrated circuits, circuits with multiple functions or devices are integrated into one chip.
(4) Electronic component connector: a basic component used to connect electronic components with electromagnetic components.
(5) Passive components: Electronic components that do not have power amplification or signal conditioning functions, such as resistors, capacitors, etc.
2. Purchasing channels for electronic components
At present, the main channels for purchasing electronic components are as follows:
(1) Physical store sales: In major electronic markets, there are some physical stores that specialize in electronic components and integrated circuits, which can be purchased on-site or obtained through online ordering or shipping.
(2) Online mall sales: including e-commerce platforms such as Taobao and JD.com, as well as many online malls specializing in electronic components, making it easy for everyone to purchase online.
(3) Directly go to the manufacturer: Some large electronic component manufacturers offer self operated online sales channels, ordering directly from the manufacturer’s official website to ensure quality.
(4) Agent sales: Some brands of electronic components are sold by large agents in China, and information and orders can be obtained through the official websites of these agents.
Through this article, we have learned about the five major categories of electronic components and the main channels for purchasing electronic components. If you need to purchase and use electronic components, you can choose the appropriate channel according to your own needs and values.