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Flex Circuit Supply Chain Challenges
February 13, 2019 | Stephen Las Marias, I-Connect007Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
In our recent Flex and Rigid-Flex survey, we asked the following question: "Do you have problems with your flex circuit supply chain?" Below are just a few of the explanations of those who answered "Yes", slightly edited for clarity.
Thomas Riesterer, NedCard: "Limited experience with new material and technology combinations."
Chris Richardson, Navico: "Quotations are often based on area/layer rather than detail/specs, so time is wasted chasing cheaper suppliers to ensure they understand documentation."
Gil Leal, Emerson: "Lead time."
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