Strategies for Obsolescence Management
Why Store Complete Assemblies and Devices?
In industries such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation, storing complete assemblies is a strategic necessity to ensure long-term availability and avoid costly redesigns.
Assemblies are:
- Ready for immediate use
- Already certified and validated
- Free from future redesign requirements
This makes them essential for aftermarket supply and long-life systems.
This diversity introduces unique long-term storage challenges, especially in industries where spare parts must remain available for decades.
Key Risks in Long-Term Storage
Assemblies face additional risks compared to individual components:
- Outgassing from materials and solder residues
- Corrosion and oxidation of internal parts
- Capacitor degradation (leakage current, capacitance loss)
- Optical degradation in integrated displays
These factors can lead to complete system failure, not just component degradation, resulting in significant economic impact when storing full assemblies.
The Importance of Active Preservation
Advanced conservation methods such as TAB®PLUS are specifically designed to address these risks through:
- Controlled storage environments
- Elimination of hazardous substances
- Reduction of module-specific aging processes
A key differentiator of TAB®PLUS is cyclic energisation:
- Maintains component functionality
- Improves long-term reliability
- Identifies early failures before deployment
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Applications Across Industries
Long-term storage is critical for:
Strategic Advantages of TAB®PLUS
Conclusion:
Storing assemblies and devices is not just a logistical decision; it is a strategic approach to managing obsolescence, reducing costs, and ensuring long-term system availability and reliability.