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The Bead Electronics Swaging Process: From Concept to Reality

Are you looking for a custom component supplier who can deliver pins to your specifications? Are you unsure which metal fabrication process would best suit your needs?

 

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Reference Guide To Plating For Electronic Connector Pins And Contacts

Need a quick reference to help decide what plating will best serve your project and budget? Are you unsure which material is ideal for your application?

 

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The Bead True Grip Pin: An SMT Solution to PCB Pin Insertion

Bead's True Grip Pin enables you to leverage the through-hole strength while still processing its insertion on the SMT line.

 

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Interconnect Options for Defense and Aerospace Applications

Interconnection options for defense and aerospace applications are diverse. From boots on the ground to satellites in the sky, there’s a demand for lighter, stronger, and more cost-effective connectors.

 

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Custom Contact Pins for Heavy Duty Applications

Find out what interconnect options, material considerations, and more you need to keep in mind when working on your defense or aerospace manufacture. From boots on the ground to satellites in the sky, there’s a demand for lighter, stronger, and more cost-effective connectors.

 

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A Complete Contact Pin Customization Guide

Our complete Customization Guide shows you every component you can customize, including base and plating materials, pin shape, diameter, length, and retention features. Whether you need pins that withstand extreme environments or meet tight tolerances, this guide ensures you have the right information to design contact pins that perform.

 

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A Through Hole Size Guide for Connector Pins

Need help determining the right through hole size for your standard connector pins? Look no further. This reference sheet will show you the way. 

 

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Custom Contact Pins for PCB Assemblies

Download this quick reference guide on our custom pins for PCB applications to discover all the ways Bead can work with you to optimize your contact pin design. 

 

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