What are Electronic Components?
An electronic component , often referred to as an "EC," is a fundamental discrete device or physical entity used in electronic systems to manipulate electrons or their associated fields. These components are industrial products that come in various forms. It's important not to confuse electronic components with electrical components, which are abstract concepts representing idealized electronic components and their behavior. Electronic components typically have multiple electrical terminals or leads. These leads are often connected by wires to other electrical components to create electronic circuits with specific functions, such as amplifiers, radio receivers, or oscillators. Electronic components can be found in discrete packages, arranged in arrays or networks of similar components, or integrated inside a package, such as a semiconductor integrated circuit, hybrid integrated circuit, or thick film device. The following list focuses on the discrete versions of these co...