Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smd
abbreviation
ˈɛsˌɛmˈdi
Definition
SMD stands for ‘Surface-Mount Device.’ It refers to electronic components that are mounted directly onto the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB).
Examples
- The engineers decided to use SMD components for the new smartphone design.
- Many modern devices rely on SMD technology for efficiency and size reduction.
Meaning
In electronics, SMDs are used to save space and allow for more compact designs compared to traditional components that require holes in the PCB.
Synonyms
- Surface-Mount Technology (SMT)
- Surface-Mount Components
