Design and Technology GCSE
Through-Hole Technology
What Through-Hole Technology means in Design and Technology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Through-Hole Technology
A mounting scheme used for electronic components that involves the use of leads on the components that are inserted into holes drilled in PCBs and soldered to pads on the opposite side.
Topics that use Through-Hole Technology
- Systems: Stock forms, types and sizes in order to calculate and determine the quantity of components required (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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