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The importance of manufacturability in the design of new connector products
Manufacturability is a key factor in designing new connector products. In addition to supply chain factors such as material availability and OEM capabilities, the manufacturing process becomes part of the design and development discussions, as product production levels will largely determine overall production costs.
Manufacturability is a key factor in designing new connector products. In addition to supply chain factors such as material availability and OEM capabilities, the manufacturing process becomes part of the design and development discussions, as product production levels will largely determine overall production costs.
We need to know whether the designed connector is standard or custom. Standard products from distributors or suppliers are usually lower cost and designed in such a way that they can be produced efficiently. As new products are developed, connector companies must develop products that can be produced efficiently, reduce costs, and develop a long-term manufacturing plan for that product. Custom products come into play when specific applications require specific designs beyond standard products. Such as adding a special type of plating from an existing product, or even developing a completely new connector.
Next we need to address what design pins or sockets are. When designing connectors, components need to include press-fit functionality. For example: barbs or knurling. Due to the ubiquity and widespread use of standard parts, production should be assembled quickly and efficiently. Since customized products need to meet specific requirements, the required quantity should also be considered. Long lead times in machining and assembly processes may affect product order quantities. For critical applications, quality cannot be sacrificed for speed. If we go into the design phase, knowing that a custom connector has a high potential for demand, the production tool or process will be evaluated and production capacity increased.
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