Should folks building small numbers of circuit boards use surface-mount parts, or should they stick with through-hole components that are so much easier to handle and solder (not to mention see)?
9 x 6 x 6-mm devices deliver up to 11,250 mcd A family of 9 x 6 x 6-mm SMT LEDs delivers the brightness levels of standard through-hole LEDs while being compatible with pick-and-place machinery. Using ...
Most ICs need to be decoupled from their power supply, usually with a 0.1uF capacitor between each power pin and ground. Decoupling is usually used to remove noise and to smooth power fluctuations.