What’s The Difference Between SMD And SMT?

What is SMT?

SMT, or surface mount technology, is a technology that mounts electronic components directly to the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB). This approach is becoming increasingly popular due to its many advantages, including the ability to use smaller components, achieve higher component density, and improve manufacturing efficiency.

What is SMD?

SMD, or Surface Mount Device, refers to electronic components specifically designed for use with SMT. These components are designed to mount directly to the PCB surface, eliminating the need for traditional through-hole mounting.

Examples of SMD components include resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits (ICs). Its compact size allows for higher component density on the circuit board, resulting in more functionality in a smaller footprint.

What is the difference between SMT and SMD?

It's important to understand the distinct differences between surface mount technology (SMT) and surface mount devices (SMD). Although they are related, they involve different aspects of electronics manufacturing. Here are some of the key differences between SMT and SMD:

Summary

Although SMT and SMD are different concepts, they are closely related. SMT refers to the manufacturing process, while SMD refers to the type of components used in the process. By combining SMT and SMD, manufacturers can produce smaller, more compact electronic devices with enhanced performance. This technology has revolutionized the electronics industry, making possible stylish smartphones, high-performance computers and advanced medical devices, among other innovations.

Here List our SMD Reflow Motor：

Models	Size（mm）	Rated Voltage（V）	Rated Current （mA）	Rated（RPM）
LD-GS-3200	3.44.44	3.0V DC	85mA Max	12000±2500
LD-GS-3205	3.44.42.8mm	2.7V DC	75mA Max	14000±3000
LD-GS-3215	343.3mm	2.7V DC	90mA Max	15000±3000
LD-SM-430	3.64.62.8mm	2.7V DC	95mA Max	14000±2500