Do you have problems with solder joint cracking?
Solder joint cracking is caused by difference of Thermal Expansion coefficient between PCB and resistor body.
In order to avoid solder cracking Panasonic uses “Soft Termination technology” for all SMD resistors .
“Soft Termination technology” helps to minimize solder joint cracking caused by tough temperature cycle conditions.
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