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Practical guidance on counterfeit mitigation, component obsolescence, and sourcing electronic parts — from a distributor that's done it since 1982.
How to Spot Counterfeit Electronic Components
How counterfeit electronic components enter the supply chain, the common types (recycled, remarked, empty-package), and the layered inspection methods that catch them.
Managing Component Obsolescence and End-of-Life
A practical strategy for electronic component obsolescence and EOL: monitoring PCN/PDN notices, last-time buys, qualifying alternates, and sourcing obsolete parts safely.
Independent Stocking Distributor vs. Franchise Distributor
The difference between independent stocking distributors and franchise (authorized) distributors — when to use each, and the quality controls that matter for open-market parts.