Monday, April 15, 2013

Why Choosing an Obsolete Electronic Components Distributor Can Boost Efficiency

Obsolete electronic components are pieces of electronic equipment used in production that have been, willingly or unwillingly, phased out of production by the original manufacturer. These components become obsolete mainly due to the invention of newer, more advanced and efficient technologies, though other reasons do exist. An obsolete component may still be in demand by companies other than the original manufacturer for their production, but can be difficult to find. To save time and frustration, manufacturers typically hire electronic component distributors to provide them with the necessary components.

The prevailing cause for the formation of obsolete components is the development of newer, faster technologies that would compete for public demand. Another reason is a planned phase-out of the product by the original manufacturer, which is a marketing tool that forces customers to replace a product after a certain amount of time. After a company has sold a predetermined amount of their product, they halt production on its replacement parts, and when such become obsolete, consumers have to purchase the newer versions of such product. This type of planned obsolescence is often witnessed in the computer industry. Other factors include a government-issued or environmental ban on the products. For example, if a component is not recyclable, it may become obsolete.  Government bans, especially if they are widespread, can cause shipping problems for the purchaser, which in turn can halt production.


It can be difficult for a company to find the obsolete electronic components necessary to continue production; therefore it is advisable to work with an electronic components distributor. Such distributors purchase and stock obsolete components for their customers, and may boost a manufacturer's efficiency by saving them money and time. For example, by utilizing the services of a supplier, manufacturers can get the necessary obsolete electronic components directly from a distributor and avoid any issues that involved in shipping banned products internationally. The sale and use of counterfeit components is another serious problem faced by manufacturers which can be remedied by employing the services of a distributor. A distributor will assist in finding authentic parts from a reputable source, saving the manufacturer the financial mishap of unintentionally purchasing counterfeit components.

Harry Krantz Company has over 70 years of experience in obtaining obsolete components. They comply with all government regulations and their counterfeit assurance program is strict and thorough to ensure their clients’ satisfaction.

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