NCNR Terms in Electronic Component Purchasing NCNR means non-cancelable and non-returnable. In component purchasing, it generally restricts cancellation of an accepted order and the return of conforming parts that are no longer needed. The actual…

IC Marking vs Full Part Number: Why They May Differ The marking printed on an IC is not always its complete manufacturer part number. A manufacturer may use a short device code, change the identifier…

Silicon MOSFET vs IGBT vs SiC MOSFET vs GaN HEMT Choose the switch that meets your circuit’s voltage, loss, thermal and protection requirements—not the technology with the most impressive headline. Silicon MOSFETs are a useful…

How to Read a Texas Instruments Orderable Part Number Match the complete TI part number to its exact ordering row, then use that product family’s naming convention to explain each field. Confirm the device option,…

How to Evaluate a Form-Fit-Function Alternate Component A matching package is a starting point, not an approval. Evaluate the exact original and candidate order codes against your product requirements: physical dimensions, every used pin, guaranteed…