Terms
Because "surface-mount" refers to a methodology of manufacturing, there are different terms used when referring to the different aspect of the method, which distinguishes for example the components, technique and machines used in manufacturing. These terms are listed in the following table:
| SMp term | Expanded form |
|---|---|
| SMD | Surface-mount devices (active, passive and electromechanical components) |
| SMT | Surface-mount technology (assembling and mounting technology) |
| SMA | Surface-mount assembly (module assembled with SMT) |
| SMC | Surface-mount components (components for SMT) |
| SMP | Surface-mount packages (SMD case forms) |
| SME | Surface-mount equipment (SMT assembling machines) |
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